We Have A Confirmed Case of Leptospirosis – Get Your Pet Vaccinated
The Oakland Animal Hospital team is here to remind you of the importance of leptospirosis vaccinations, as we have a confirmed case of the disease at the clinic. Leptospirosis is caused by a spiral-shaped bacteria known as spirochetes. There are about 250 serovars (or...
Tips To Keep Your Pet Stress-Free During Fireworks
As you prepare for a day of fun and fireworks, it's important to think about how your pets are feeling. To humans, the noises, lights, and excitement are part of celebrating our nation. To our pets, it's scary booming, buzzing, and lights that can cause some pets to...
How To Effectively Stop Dog Bites
April 9-15 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. The team at Oakland Animal Hospital wants to help you keep your pet calm when they're in our office or at home. It's also good for you to know what to watch out for when your dog starts to get tense in a scary...
First Aid Tips For Pet Parents In Oakland, NJ
At the Oakland Animal Hospital, the human-animal bond is a top priority. We carefully select our staff based on their training, people and animal skills. Our team is made up of people who love their pets, just like you. By carefully selecting our staff, we can ensure...
Volunteering With Your Pet In Oakland, NJ
The staff of Oakland Animal Hospital is deeply committed to improving the well-being of not just their clients, but to the lives of the animals within the community. That commitment is demonstrated by our support for local shelters, our Food for Fido Program and our...
Preventing Lyme Disease In Your Dog
Oakland Animal Hospital prides itself on providing the best preventative care for your pet - and that includes fleas and ticks. This time of year, it's even more important to be proactive instead of reactive. April showers bring… ticks? While that may not be how the...
You Need To Know About These Four Household Pet Toxins
Keeping your pet safe at home is a full-time job, and we're here to help. Poison Prevention Week is March 19 – 25, and if you own a pet, you’ll want to know about these items you probably have sitting around your home that could prove to be fatal for your pet. Have a...
Eight Tips That Will Get Your Cat To Use The Litter Box
Most cats surrendered to shelters every year are done so because of perceived behavior problems—primarily house soiling. And, most of the cats surrendered will be euthanized. It doesn’t have to be this way. Cats never eliminate outside their litter boxes out of spite....
Leash Training Your Puppy Will Be Much Easier With These Tips
Leash training a puppy is much harder than most people think. Many of us have done it: brought a new puppy home, put on the collar and leash, and attempted to go for a walk, only to end up carrying said puppy back home because he can’t figure out that they're supposed...
5 Tips to Keep Your Pet Healthy and Happy this Spring
Oakland Animal Hospital offers the highest quality of veterinary care for our pets. Spring is in the air, and, as winter fades, you should keep in mind some potential pet health hazards that come along with the warmer temperatures. Keep bugs away. Is your pet on a...