Therapeutic Exercises for Pets: Enhancing Quality of Life at Central Houston Animal Hospital At Central Houston Animal Hospital, we understand that your pet is more than just an animal; they are a cherished member of your family. Our dedicated team is committed to maintaining your pet’s high quality of life, throughout their life. One of [...]
Pet Pain Medications 101: A Comprehensive Guide for Pet Owners As pet owners, we cherish the unconditional love and companionship our animals bring to our lives. Their well-being becomes our top priority, and ensuring they live happy, healthy lives is paramount. One crucial aspect of pet care that often gets overlooked is pain management. Just [...]
Pet owners hear all the time the importance of spaying or neutering their pet but often don’t understand why. Our Central Houston Animal Hospital team has compiled the six top benefits of spaying or neutering your pet, from better health and a longer lifespan, to reducing overpopulation. We want you to be aware of the [...]
Pets generally do not appreciate veterinary visits despite their owners’ attempts to ensure they receive compassionate care in a stress-free manner. The main reason for a pet’s anxiety or fear associated with veterinary visits stems from unfamiliarity. When a pet enters a veterinary hospital, they are typically unaccustomed to the facility’s sounds, sights, and smells, [...]
As a pet owner, you strive to provide the best possible care for your furry friend. When traditional treatments fall short, finding alternatives that are effective and safe can be challenging. Enter extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), an innovative treatment gaining popularity in veterinary medicine. In this comprehensive guide, our Central Houston Animal Hospital team explains [...]
As a pet owner, you want your furry friend to live a long, healthy, and happy life. Fortunately, maintaining your pet’s health doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With the right knowledge and a bit of effort, you can help your four-legged pal stay in peak condition. Read our Central Houston Animal Hospital team’s 10 practical [...]
As a pet owner, you likely pride yourself on knowing your furry friend inside and out. You know their favorite toys, their preferred napping spots, and their quirkiest behaviors. However, when they are in pain, pets can be surprisingly good at hiding their discomfort. Understanding the subtle and unexpected pain signs in pets is crucial [...]
Underwater treadmill therapy, a form of hydrotherapy, is an innovative rehabilitation and conditioning technique where pets are placed on a treadmill submerged in water and the water’s buoyancy and resistance help improve strength and mobility. The technique can target specific joints and conditions with varying water levels and treadmill speeds. The Central Houston Animal Hospital [...]
Routine veterinary care plays a vital role in keeping your pet healthy. Regular check-ups, vaccinations, dental care, and parasite prevention are a few of the services our Central Houston Animal Hospital team recommends to protect your furry pal and add years to their life. We explore the most common diseases that can be prevented by [...]
French bulldogs, often called "Frenchies,” are small, muscular dogs with distinctively compact bodies, short noses, wrinkled faces, smooth coats, and bat-like ears. Frenchies have stolen America’s dog-loving heart, earning the top spot for most popular purebreds for several years in a row. However, this friendly, adaptable, and comical breed may make an excellent pet, but [...]