Our veterinarians at Ellenton Animal Hospital believe that prevention is the key to helping your cat live a long and healthy life. As a result, our Parrish veterinarians advise that all cats receive the FVRCP vaccine. The FVRCP protects your cat's health in the following ways.
Canine parainfluenza virus (CPIV) is a highly contagious ribonucleic acid virus that causes respiratory illness in dogs all over the world. Today, our Parrish vets lay out the symptoms and causes of parainfluenza in dogs and how to treat it.
Whipworms are a common parasite that reside in the large intestine and cecum of dogs, causing irritation and several uncomfortable symptoms. In this post, our Parrish vets explain the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention methods for whipworm in dogs.
Bordetella bronchiseptica can cause upper respiratory illness in cats. The bacterium is mostly a concern in environments where cats spend time in large groups, such as rescue shelters and some places where cats are bred. Today, our Parrish vets discuss how cats are affected by bordetella and what you can do to spot and stop it.
Also known as kennel cough, the Bordetella virus is a highly contagious disease that can impact any dog breed. Here, our Parrish vets share facts about Bordetella in dogs, the Bordetella vaccination, and treatment options for the disease.
Cruciate ligament tears are a relatively common in dogs. Your vet may recommend Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA) surgery to treat this injury. Our Parrish vets explain everything you need to know about the procedure in this post.
Do you suspect your dog is experiencing knee pain due to a torn cruciate ligament (the equivalent of ACLs in humans), surgery may be the most suitable treatment option. In this post, our Parrish vets explore three surgical options for treating this extremely common knee injury in dogs.
FHO surgery is often recommended to treat hip issues in cats. In this post, our Parrish vets discuss the problems that can affect cats' hips, and what's involved in this effective and relatively inexpensive procedure.
Does your dog have a chewing and eating habit? If so, you may be worried about intestinal blockages. Left untreated, this condition can result in debilitating health issues and, in some cases, requires major surgery to save your dog's life. Our Parrish vets discuss symptoms and more in this post.
Is your dog experiencing pain or discomfort when exercising? If so, they could be suffering from hip dysplasia, which requires surgery to treat. Find out more about the symptoms and causes of hip dysplasia in dogs, along with surgical treatment options, from our Parrish vets.
Ellenton Animal Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Parrish companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.