Affordable Quality Pet Care
What might be causing my pet to lose weight? Weight loss may be caused by physical problems in grasping, chewing, and swallowing food. It may be related to problems of inadequate nutrition because of increased energy requirements; for example due to rapid growth, increased levels of exercise, pregnancy, or lactation (nursing). A poor quality diet [...]
For an introduction to the Pet and Bird Clinics of Austin, Wells Branch and South Branch, and what they can do for you and your pet, please watch this interview with Dr. Savita Wadhwani. For a veterinary appointment in one of our Austin clinics, call Wells Branch Pet and Bird Clinic at (512) 339-8472 or [...]
If you own an older cat or dog, then you should know that your pet is at risk for developing chronic renal failure (CRF). This condition affects the kidneys and typically manifests as an excessive need for drinking and urinating which in turn leads to general physical weakness due to low levels of water and [...]
Everyone knows that cats are very good at keeping themselves clean. Sometimes, however, felines can do this to excess and develop what’s called psychogenic alopecia or baldness due to over-grooming. The behavior is thought of a way for cats to deal with physical or emotional problems. Just as in people, if your feline pal shows unusual [...]
2012 has just begun: have you made your New Year’s pet resolutions? Following is a list of things you can do to keep your pet happy, healthy and safe throughout the coming year. Get your pet spayed or neutered: We all know that “fixing” your animal pal decreases the population of strays. But many veterinarians [...]
Too often, people will blame a sudden attack of sniffles, itchiness or shortness of breath on their dog or cat. If the symptoms persist, they may feel forced to take the pet to an animal shelter where the animal risks getting killed because no one else will adopt it. Before you get rid of your animal [...]
Dogs aren’t called man’s best friend for nothing. No matter what your imperfections are, they can always be counted upon to give you unconditional love. But before you hit the local pet store for your new best friend, you should ask yourself (1) whether you can make a long-term commitment to being a “dog parent” [...]
Have you ever wondered whether “dog people” and “cat people” really exist? BellaDOG Magazine online says yes: and not only that, “dog lovers outnumber the cat fans nearly 2 to 1.” The magazine bases its information in a poll conducted by the Associated Press and a pet information website. The survey took into account the [...]
If you have a dog, chances are you’ve pondered the age-old mystery, “Am I walking the dog, or is the dog walking me?” While dog walking is of course necessary, you may also count yourself in the group that doesn’t exactly look forward to it. What with dogs running off after everything in sight, yanking [...]
A recent article in The Durham News online covered an all-too-common reality for many Austin pet owners: a lost pet. According to the article, one out of three pets will be lost at some point during their lives. Take a look around at your own neighborhood telephone poles, community centers and notice boards and there’s [...]
