At Rice Village Animal Hospital, we want to provide your pet with the best care possible while also making sure you feel equipped and confident in caring for your furry pal. A lot can happen during a veterinary visit, and we understand that sometimes, questions can...

If you're a dog owner, you should be aware of what gastric dilation-volvulus (GDV), also known as canine bloat, is and what causes it. Without treatment, GDV is a fatal condition. A dog with bloat may only have an hour or two to live. It occurs when a dog's stomach...

Cats can be mysterious and unpredictable, going from chill and cuddly to hyper and combative in a flash. It's no wonder that some owners of feline friends can become frustrated with their seemingly erratic or aggressive behavior. The good news is that an aggressive...

It is estimated that one in three pets will become lost at some point during its lifetime. Collars and tags aren't enough to help get a lost pet home. Microchips are a safe and permanent way to give your pet identification, and they can help get your beloved furry pal...

Many of us look forward to the spectacular fireworks shows on the Fourth of July. Yet our pets don't know to expect these loud noises and big booms, and they certainly don't know what they are when they're happening. Such things can be stressful for furry friends, who...

Cat's are known for being independent! With that being said, most cat owners usually let their feline friends take care of themselves. While cats can certainly be lower maintenance than dogs, they do still require some help with their hygiene. Here are a...

Now that springtime is well underway, many of us will be heading outside to get our yards into tip-top shape. Although a beautiful yard doesn't come without the help of certain tools and additives, there are many hazards amongst common gardening products...

One way to help fend off dental disease is to brush your pet’s teeth on a regular basis. While there are a lot of tricks we can teach our pets, brushing their own teeth is not one of them, so that task falls to owners. Take heart, however, because although...

There are many things you can do to help your pet live a healthy life (exercise, proper diet). Today we want to talk about how to prevent a commonly heard about ailment: Heartworm Disease. We will discuss what it is, how to prevent it, and how to treat it....

While a “healthy weight” is something people understand, more than half of dogs and cats are overweight. Overweight and obese pets are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, orthopedic disease, and more. Here are four...