School will soon be back in session, and pets will be trying to adjust to the back-to-school change in routine. Your pet’s daily schedule looks a lot different when the kids are back in school and you are at work. After spending the summer enjoying endless adventures and quality time with family, your pet may [...]
Pet owners know that high temperatures and humidity can be dangerous for their fur coat-wearing friends, but often do not realize that moderate weather can also be risky. With summer kicking into high gear, we want to ensure that your pet has fun outdoors, but remains safe and does not overheat. Follow our handy guide [...]
The chicken wings are marinating, the potato salad is made, and the red, white, and blue bunting is hung. You think you’re ready for the July Fourth festivities, but have you taken precautions to safeguard your pet? Our team at Lebanon Animal Hospital wants to help by providing pointers to help you protect your patriotic [...]
Allergies in pets are a common occurrence, but myths abound about these conditions. Knowing the facts about pet allergies can help you provide your affected pet with the appropriate treatment. Our team at Lebanon Animal Hospital wants to help by debunking some common myths about allergies in pets. #1 Myth: Pets exhibit allergies similar to [...]
Heartworm disease is an insidious condition that can affect not only dogs and cats, but also any mammal, including people. Understanding how the disease is spread, and how the disease can harm your four-legged friend, is essential for best protecting your pet. Take a look at a few common scenarios that emphasize the importance of [...]
If your dog has a nose for trouble, you’ll want to watch out for xylitol. This natural sugar substitute, which has a toxic effect on dogs, is probably already hiding in your purse, work bag, pantry, or medicine cabinet. This ingredient is becoming more common in everyday products, and reports of xylitol toxicity in dogs [...]
You and your pet are mutually devoted, and you can’t remember what life was like before them. The idea of them not being by your side one day already makes you sad—no matter how far off that time might be. The team at Lebanon Animal Hospital understands the deep bond you share with your pet, [...]
Honking, hacking, loud, soft, or gagging—whatever the noise, a cough is an important reflex that protects your pet’s airways, so hearing a cough from time to time is normal. An investigation is warranted when a cough becomes persistent or recurring. Coughing causes in pets range from easily treatable infections to difficult-to-control chronic diseases. Your Lebanon [...]
You don’t want your pet left out of the holiday gift giving, but how do you choose a safe gift for your furry family member? While numerous toys and treats are on the market, you may be unsure which products are best for your pet. Our American Animal Hospital Association-accredited team at Lebanon Animal Hospital [...]
The pancreas is a sneaky and sensitive organ that can make dogs and cats dangerously ill. While the healthy pancreas carries out essential processes for digestion and metabolism, an inflamed pancreas can trigger widespread inflammation and toxic self-destruction. Learn all you need to know about this little-known disease in Lebanon Animal Hospital’s guide to pancreatitis. [...]
