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When Do Your Pets Become Seniors? As pet owners, it's important to know about how our furry friends grow older. Knowing when they become seniors can help us take care of them better as they age. But keep in mind, the aging process can be different for each pet,...

Fun Outdoor Things to Do with Your Pet When summer comes, it's a great time to enjoy the sun and nature with your furry friend. It doesn't matter if you have a playful dog or a curious cat – there are lots of fun things to do outside when it's warm. You can go on...

A Veterinarian's Handbook for Comprehending and Easing Your Pet's Irritated Skin As people who have pets, we really love our fuzzy friends and want them to be healthy and happy. But it can be sad to see our special pets scratching, biting, or licking themselves all...

Ensuring Adequate Hydration for Your Pet in the Summer As the summer draws near, it's crucial for pet owners to remain attentive in keeping their furry companions properly hydrated. With rising temperatures, heat exhaustion and dehydration become significant concerns,...

Conquer the Summer Heat with These 5 Safety Tips Summertime offers the perfect opportunity to indulge in outdoor activities with your furry companions. Whether it's playing fetch in the park, hiking along scenic trails, or simply relaxing in your backyard, your pets...

Follow These Tips When Camping With Pets Is there anything better than gazing up at the star-studded night sky with your furry pal curled up beside you by the campfire? We don't think so. At Bristol Animal Hospital, we believe that camping with your pet is a fantastic...

Creating a Warm Home for Your New Cat: Tips and Tricks In honor of Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, a cause we passionately support year-round, the Bristol Animal Hospital team is here to guide you through the process of welcoming a new cat into your home. Cats are...

Knowing When to Seek Immediate Veterinary Care for a Limping Pet Typically, when your pet is experiencing lameness, it can usually wait until regular veterinary hours. However, there are certain circumstances where you should immediately take your pet to the nearest...

Swimming Safely with Your Pet: Five Essential Tips As the summer heat kicks in, both you and your furry companion may find solace in the refreshing waters of a swimming session. However, not all pets are natural swimmers, so it's crucial to take the necessary...

Heartworm Disease in Dogs - Everything You Need to Know Heartworms are a type of roundworm that live in the heart, lungs, and nearby blood vessels of infected animals, causing a potentially fatal illness called heartworm disease. Even though it can be treated,...