by Oakland Animal Hospital | Mar 4, 2020 | Health
The warming temperatures of spring bring with them a resurgence of external parasites such as fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes. At Oakland Animal Hospital, we develop programs for the specific needs of your pet and your particular environmental situation. We will review...
by Oakland Animal Hospital | Mar 3, 2020 | Health
Bringing home a new puppy is a fun and exciting development. They’re adorable balls of fluff, and when they’re not sleeping, they want to play. Although it seems like their needs are few and simple, puppies do require some work. One of the most important...
by Oakland Animal Hospital | Feb 22, 2020 | Health
It’s distressing to find out that your cat has missed the litter box and confusing as to why. It could be due to feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC), one of the main causes of inappropriate urination. Feline idiopathic cystitis signs FIC can develop without any...
by Oakland Animal Hospital | Feb 11, 2020 | Health
Did you know that your cat communicates quite a bit through her body language? When you know what signs to look for, you can figure out what your kitty is saying. Read on to learn about a feline’s physical cues. Signs of an alert, happy cat A happy cat seeking...
by Oakland Animal Hospital | Jan 21, 2020 | Health
As winter continues on around here in Oakland, New Jersey, your pets may be feeling a bit bored. With fewer squirrels, birds, and other creatures passing by the window, cats don’t have much to gaze at. Dogs might be feeling cooped up with all of the indoor time....
by Oakland Animal Hospital | Jan 6, 2020 | Health
The winter weather can mean more than just colder temps for some pets. It can also mean painful, aching joints. Cold or wet weather causes more discomfort for arthritic pets, and many of them experience difficulty with rising, playing, and lying down. You can help...