Prairie Animal Hospital Blogs

What to Know About Hot Spots in Pets When their skin feels on fire from itching, your pet may scratch, lick, and chew so much that they create a hot spot. Help your furry pal beat the itch by learning more about these incredibly uncomfortable sores. What do pets' hot...

What Causes Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears in Pets? You probably cringe when you see an athlete fall while you're watching a sporting event and clutch their knee. You are aware that they most likely tore their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a vital ligament in...

A Few Ways to Prepare for the Passing of Your Pet Even though losing a pet is never easy, getting ready for it can lessen your mental and emotional pain. Here are four suggestions to help you prepare for and grieve the eventual loss of your pet.   #1: Assess your...

How to Prevent Your Dog from Being Bitten by Other Dogs Knowing how to avoid and deal with a dog bite should be a fundamental part of every dog owner's education because no one wants to have to deal with their cherished pet getting hurt. There are numerous ways to...

6 Pet Surgery Recovery Tips   Any surgery is a major event for a pet, and can interfere with their daily function long after they return home. Help your pet get back on their paws more quickly after an orthopedic surgery with the following recovery tips.  ...

A Guide to Dog Walking Safety   Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day with your four-legged friend on March 30, but don’t let hazards ruin a perfect day. Keep your eyes peeled for the following issues when walking your pet.   #1: Traffic When walking to a...

Is Your Pet Experiencing a Dental Emergency?   If you’ve ever known the agony of a toothache, you know how critical it was to receive emergency treatment and pain relief. While your furry pal may not complain like people do when they are in pain, they also can...

3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day   Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have chocolate, there are many other safe...