As Halloween approaches, delight fills the air for both children and adults alike, imagining the costumes and the festive fun. Pets, too, can join in this festive season, but it comes with its own set of risks and precautions. Here at Tidmore Veterinary Hospital in Northport, Alabama, we are dedicated to ensuring that your pets [...]
Have you ever found yourself in the pet food aisle, staring at a wall of kibble, wondering if you could whip up something healthier for your four-legged friend in your own kitchen? It’s a thought many pet owners ponder. Our Tidmore Veterinary Hospital team often fields questions about the pros and cons of homemade pet [...]
Veterinary emergencies are a pet lover’s worst nightmare. Although the Tidmore Veterinary Hospital team is here for your pet in sickness and health, we would prefer that you never need us for unexpected reasons. Fortunately, you can avoid or minimize many common pet emergencies with supervision, caution, and preventive measures. 1: Pet-proof your home and [...]
The long, hot, and oh-so-humid summer days require more water, shade, and sunscreen. Your pet will also need additional care during hot days. High temperatures can pose serious health risks to cats and dogs, including dehydration, paw burns, sunburn, and life-threatening heatstroke. Our Tidmore Veterinary Hospital team offers suggestions for keeping your pet safe and [...]
Cleaning your pet's ears is essential to keeping them healthy and happy. Regular ear cleaning can help prevent ear infections and other ear-related issues that can cause your pet discomfort and pain, so pet owners need to know when and how to clean their pet's ears. Tidmore Veterinary Hospital knows this isn’t always an easy [...]
The last thing you want for your four-legged friend is pain or illness. Changes in a pet's physical health can sometimes be subtle, so you need to learn how to recognize these changes such as physical cues, demeanor, or behavior inconsistencies. Understanding these cues can help you intervene early and ensure your pet gets the [...]
Heartworm infection is often considered a summertime illness, but this potentially life-threatening disease can strike your pet any time of year. This serious condition affects mostly dogs but has been diagnosed in cats and other small mammals. Caused by parasitic worms called Dirofilaria immitis, heartworm disease is contracted through the bite of an infected mosquito [...]
Learning that their pet has consumed a toxic item is a nightmare for many pet owners, but unfortunately, this situation is a common occurrence. Like human children, pets are curious and explore the world by putting things in their mouths, which can lead to serious harm if they choose a toxic object. The Tidmore Veterinary [...]
Your pet's oral health is intimately tied to their overall well-being. Often overlooked, periodontal disease is a common condition in pets that can lead to discomfort and serious health problems. If your pet’s periodontal disease is in the early stages, you may easily miss dental health changes because they are subtle, or you may consider [...]
Rising costs have compelled many pet owners to look for ways to save money on pet care. Although pet insurance can help mitigate veterinary expenses, to get the most savings, you need a plan that provides the coverage your pet needs at a price you can afford. Our Tidmore Veterinary Hospital team is here to [...]