One life-threatening emergency that is commonly seen on our emergency service is gastric dilatation-volvulus or “GDV” (see below), commonly referred to as “bloat”. The veterinarians at Mount Laurel Animal Hospital are prepared and available in case your dog develops GDV. Of course, […]
Are you a dog owner? Get in the know about algae. Algae toxicity, also referred to as blue green algae toxicity, is caused by toxins produced by a group of bacteria known as cyanobacteria. They can affect our family pets […]
Recently, veterinary cardiologists have been able to establish a link between a heart condition called Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) and boutique, grain-free and exotic (BEG) pet foods. Veterinary nutritionists, cardiologists and the FDA are working to figure out just what it […]
When it comes time for your cat’s annual check-up, do you find yourself becoming as anxious about the visit as he/she is? Veterinary visits for your feline friend don’t have to be stressful! We can help set your cat up […]
Dr. Fiona Lee is a board-certified veterinary dermatologist. Beyond an undergraduate degree (3 years at NYU, chemistry) and a veterinary degree (4 years at UPenn), an additional rotating 1-year internship and 3-year dermatology residency is required, capped off by a […]
People don’t like to be told not to do things. Sometimes, however, the safest and best choice is to just say, “NO. Do not do this. Not ever.” Running with scissors? Great example of something that you should NEVER do. […]
With the start of the new year, we often look to set goals to allow ourselves to live better, healthier and more well-rounded lives. These goals and resolutions don’t have to just be for people. Our furry family members could […]
Today’s technology has made most of our lives significantly easier by facilitating the mass sharing of information. While this extensive network has many beneficial attributes, unfortunately it also allows for the dispersal of falsehoods. One such example concerns the pet […]
The holiday season is here and for many pets that means traveling. Whether by plane or car there are some important things to consider when traveling with our pets. No matter where or how you are traveling make sure your […]
Many owners worry that bathing too frequently can dry out their dog’s skin. For dogs with certain skin diseases though, bathing more frequently can actually be helpful and/or may be considered a form of medical treatment. For example, dogs with […]