It's May and that means its National Adopt A Dog Month here in the US! We get a whole month to celebrate the benefits of having companion animals, with a focus on pet adoption and rescue. According to AVMA's 2017-2018…
Just like human beings, your furry companion can have a health event or injury that can spring an entirely unexpected expense on you. If the treatments require surgery, medications and longer term care, the cost can easily total thousands of…
It is estimated that every year, approximately 10 million pets are lost in the United States. Unfortunately, a good majority will end up in an animal shelter. It is a sad reality that less than 20 percent of dogs and…
Both dogs and cats can experience thyroid related disorders, however they are typically affected in different ways. Dogs are commonly much more prone to develop hypothyroidism, or low thyroid hormone (thyroxine) levels, and generally at younger ages. Conversely, cats almost…
Spring is in the air, and that means more outdoor time with our canine friends! Unfortunately, that can also mean more potential exposure to ticks. Tick bites can transmit the spiral-shaped bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi. It is this bacterial infection that…
Glen Oak Dog & Cat hospital is pleased to announce that our patients are now able to have their prescriptions filled online! Follow the link below to get started. http://glenoakanimalhospital.vetsfirstchoice.com
We offer Companion Laser Therapy at Glen Oak! Glen Oak Dog and Cat Hospital is excited to offer our clients Companion Laser Therapy. Laser therapy is a safe and unique approach that provides a non-invasive, pain-free, surgery-free, drug-free treatment which…
Chocolate may be America’s favorite flavor. We like chocolate candy, ice cream, chocolate drinks, chocolate cakes, just about anything with chocolate. We may want to share our favorite treat with an eager pet but it is best to think twice…
October is the ASPCA's Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month! Adopting a shelter animal is a great idea that helps animals in need find good homes. In light of this we thought we would revisit an article that can help you prepare. Dr. Ashley…