Despite its name, ringworm is a fungus, comparable to athlete's foot. It generates infective seeds known as spores, which are difficult to eliminate in the environment. Ringworm can infect the skin of all animals, including dogs. Today, our Novato vets discuss ringworm in dogs and what it looks like.
While puppies and kittens may look sweet in photographs together and can keep each other company, our Novato vets know there are some considerations any pet owner should keep in mind when raising a puppy and kitten in the same home.
While cats may appear to be independent, they do get lonely. Today, our Novato vets explain how long you can leave your cat home alone and offer you tips on how you can help your kitty stay safe and comfortable while you are gone.
While it may not be a condition that most pet parents think about, dogs like people can develop pneumonia. Today our Novato vets explain some of the signs and symptoms of pneumonia in dogs, and how this condition is treated.
Limping is one of the most common reasons that our Novato vets see dogs at our animal hospital. Today we look at the causes of limping in dogs, what you can do to help your limping dog, and when it's time to see a vet.
Is your cat showing flu-like symptoms, losing weight, or having difficulties breathing? It could be pneumonia. In today's post our Novato vets share more signs of pneumonia in cats as well as the causes and treatments for this serious condition.
Ticks are responsible for spreading a range of diseases that can threaten the health of humans, dogs, and other animals, and Anaplasmosis is one of them. Here, our Novato vets talk about the symptoms of Anaplasmosis in dogs and the treatment options available.
To help your cat stay as healthy as possible, you should bring them to the vet for routine exams. In this blog, our Novato vets express the importance of routine exams for pets and how often you should be bringing your cat to the vet.
Bringing your dog or cat in for their annual checkup allows your vet to monitor their health, check for early indications of disease, and provide preventive treatment that can help to protect your pet against health conditions. Today our Novato vets explain the benefits of preventive care for pets.
In many cases, when dogs have flakey, itchy, or irritated skin, the problem is yeast dermatitis. Today, our Novato vets talk about yeast dermatitis in dogs, including what causes it, how you can recognize it, and how it can be treated.
South Novato Animal Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Novato companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.