Posts in Category: Dog and Puppy Care

As the weather heats up, it’s important to be aware that your furry friend is at an increased risk of encountering pesky parasites. These tiny creatures can cause a range of health issues for your pet, from skin irritation and allergic reactions to the transmission of dangerous diseases. 

It’s essential to take steps to protect your pet from parasites. This post will cover what you need to know to keep your furry friend safe and healthy.

In our modern world of seemingly endless choices, the numerous possible paths that lead pet owners to our front door are not lost on us—we know it isn’t a spontaneous decision or an accident. A great deal of consideration usually precedes an initial appointment, and we value the time and energy it takes to choose the right vet for a single pet, or a group of animals. Excellent veterinary care is a natural part of your best friend’s health, and our priority is putting their needs before all else.

February 14 is a day for showing that special someone how much they are loved, and while our cats and dogs are certainly worth honoring on Valentine’s Day, there is a separate pet holiday reserved just for our animal companions! February 20 is Love Your Pet Day, and it’s the perfect time to shower your furry friend with extra doses of TLC. 

Winter is here, and for cold-weather-loving cat and dog breeds, winter means chasing snowflakes and pouncing in drifts of white fluff. But many of our furry friends feel the chill every bit as much as we do in spite of their coats, and it’s up to us to make sure they stay toasty when temperatures dip.

At Main Street Veterinary Clinic, we love helping your pets live their best lives through wellness and preventive care plus treatments for unexpected illnesses when they arise. The winter months can put your pet’s health at risk, so check out our team’s tips for protecting your pets from Old Man Winter.

Canine parvovirus, or the disease commonly known as “parvo,” is a highly contagious virus that can affect dogs. It is one of the more serious illnesses that a dog can get, and can make your pup extremely sick. Parvo causes severe gastrointestinal issues including vomiting, diarrhea, fever, lethargy, and more. While the virus is more commonly seen in puppies, unvaccinated dogs of all ages can be susceptible.

The good news is, parvo is preventable with the correct vaccinations and proper socialization! Since it is highly contagious and very easy to spread, it’s important that puppies get their parvovirus vaccination as a part of their core vaccines and keep away from other dogs until they are fully vaccinated. 

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