If you’re trying to cut sugar or calories from your diet, you may have switched to xylitol as a sweetener for your coffee and baked goods. However, this sweet substance may seem like a smart switch for you, but can be hazardous to your dog’s health. Xylitol toxicity in dogs is becoming more common as [...]
You wish your pet could live forever but, unfortunately, this isn’t possible. However, what if you could take steps to add years to your pet’s life? The good news—you can! Our team at Tidmore Veterinary Hospital wants to help by providing do’s and don’ts that can prolong your pet’s life. DO keep your pet at [...]
Coughing is a reflex that is stimulated when irritants inflame the respiratory tract, and can be caused by numerous issues. Our team at Tidmore Veterinary Hospital wants to explain some common reasons pets cough, in case your pet is affected. #1: Respiratory infections can cause pets to cough Respiratory infections caused by bacteria and viruses [...]
If you don’t already have enough lists this holiday season, Tidmore Veterinary Hospital has one more. We’ve planned for your pet’s safety with this list of 10 essential supplies. #1: Hands-free dog leash If your house resembles Grand Central Station during the holidays, you’ll want to keep a close eye on your dog. A hands-free [...]
As your furry pal reaches senior status, their needs to help ensure they experience happy, healthy golden years will change. While every pet is different, general guidelines exist as to when your pet becomes a senior. Cats are classified as seniors at 11 to 14 years of age, whereas dogs reach senior status at 7. [...]
Hugo the bloodhound, Chico the Chihuahua, and Sammy the cat are relaxing together as their owners hand out candy to trick-or-treaters. As the humans—dressed in absurd clothes in an effort to look like characters from the latest Netflix hit—huddle around the propane heater in the garage, their pets are curled up inside, reminiscing about Halloweens [...]
Summer is winding down, and the kids are headed back to school. Although your pet may be older and has experienced the back-to-school routine a time or two, the abrupt schedule change can still throw them for a loop. They’ve become accustomed to lazy summer days spent with the entire family, and now they’ll be [...]
The bacteria that cause leptospirosis thrive in warm climates, making Alabama a fitting environment for these pervasive pathogens. The leptospirosis incidence in the United States seems to be increasing, threatening your dog. A vaccine is available for dogs, but the inoculation is not considered a core vaccine (i.e., a vaccine that protects against endemic disease, [...]
The dog days of summer are here, but that does not mean your pet likes the extreme heat and humidity that defines an Alabama summer. Our team at Tidmore Veterinary Hospital consulted Barney the bulldog, an expert on pet heat safety, to provide you with information on keeping your pet from becoming a victim. Barney [...]
Heading to a cool body of water sounds like the perfect way for you and your furry pal to beat the summertime heat, but that refreshing dip could be dangerous for your pet. Before hitting the beach for a fun-filled day in the water, Tidmore Veterinary Hospital wants you to learn about potential water hazards [...]