Feline Leukemia is often a confusing subject because of its name. In humans, leukemia is a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow, but in cats leukemia is actually a virus. However, it can also lead to cancer in cats. It’s important to...
The title of this blog post is an actual text message that a friend of PetWellClinic® received from one of her coworkers. This coworker had noticed that her family’s cat had been itching and licking herself much more than usual, but she figured it was...
Imagine Christmas morning as the children shriek with delight when they discover a new pet under the twinkling Christmas tree. It seems like a scene from a Norman Rockwell painting, but unfortunately the reality is often not as idyllic. There’s a reason shelters often see...
“Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree, how lovely are your branches—” to scratch and climb on if you happen to be a cat, that is. From a cat’s perspective, a Christmas tree is a glorious new jungle gym to pounce and climb on, which often...
Thanksgiving may be over, but our attitude of gratitude remains strong. We are grateful for those of you who trust us to care for your beloved cats and dogs. We know you have many choices about where to take your pets for veterinary care, so...
Thanksgiving is upon us and we look forward to gathering with our family, which of course includes our pets. People and pets alike will be enticed by the smells of the feast, and while it may be tempting to toss your pet a bone or...
As temperatures start to fall, many pet owners are tempted to think that it’s ok to take a break from making sure their pets are protected with flea, tick, and heartworm prevention products. They assume that the colder temperatures shut down all flea and tick...
It’s National Pet Diabetes Month, and you’re not alone if you didn’t know that your dog or cat could develop the disease. Many owners don’t realize diabetes can affect pets too, and often have many questions when they learn their dog or cat is diabetic....
While we humans, goblins, and witches take great delight in Halloween, the evening’s activities often leave our bewildered pets downright spooked. The doorbell rings over and over, and then the open door reveals one creepy looking creature after another. Plus, tempting treats and—oh, help us—pet...
With flu season being right around the corner and the not-so-distant news of the contagious dog flu reaching East Tennessee a few months ago, you may be wondering if dogs and people can pass the flu virus to one another. The answer to that is...