Osteoarthritis is a progressive, degenerative condition in dogs that becomes more severe over time. There's no cure for this painful condition, however, our O’Fallon vets can provide treatments that may help manage symptoms and allow your dog to enjoy a good quality of life as they age.
At Gentle Doctor Animal Hospital our vets believe that prevention is the key to helping your cat live a long and healthy life. That's why our O’Fallon vets recommend that all cats receive the FVRCP vaccine. Here's how the FVRCP protects your cat's health.
Ear mites are a common external parasite that can cause severe irritation to the ears and surrounding skin in both cats and dogs, although they are more common in cats. Today our O’Fallon vets share the symptoms, causes, and treatments available for ear mites.
Skipping vaccinations for your indoor cat may be tempting but cat and kitten vaccines are as important for our feline homebodies as they are for cats who explore the great outdoors. Today our O’Fallon vets explain why vaccines for indoor cats are essential.
Our O’Fallon vets understand that repeated appointments for your dog's vaccinations and boosters may seem inconvenient, but following the vaccination schedule below is the best way for you to protect your canine friend from a host of serious and potentially deadly diseases.
Our O’Fallon vets provide insights and advice on why it’s important to have your cat vaccinated even if they are indoors.
After your dog has had surgery, you can play a pivotal role in helping them fully recover. Attentive, diligent post-op care is essential to help them return to their daily routine as soon as possible. Today, our O’Fallon vets share some tips for how to care for your dog after surgery.
It can be a very painful and scary experience for your dog if they suffer a broken jawbone. Today, our O’Fallon vets explain the causes of a broken jaw in dogs, how the injury can be repaired, and how to care for your pet after this injury.
Teething can be a trying time for puppy owners. Pain caused by teething often leads our four-legged babies to chew on things they shouldn't - including favorite shoes or accessible toes. Today, our O’Fallon vets share advice on how to help relieve your puppy's teething pain and survive this difficult stage.
Just like us, our dogs can develop dental cavities due to inadequate oral hygiene. In today's post, our O’Fallon vets explain how dog cavities are treated and how to prevent your canine companion from developing a cavity.
Gentle Doctor Animal Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of companion animals in O’Fallon and surrounding communities. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
