The common belief is that fleas, ticks and mosquitoes are only threats to ourselves and to our pets in the warmer months. While there is some truth to that thought, those pesky little buggers aren’t only a nuisance in the summer. Depending on the weather, our pets may benefit from using flea/tick and heartworm preventatives
You just got a new puppy, so your vet recommended testing a stool sample… and it came back positive for Giardia. Now what? Giardia isn’t one of the intestinal parasites that we typically think of (like hook worms and round worms) but it’s actually more common than you might think. In fact, we had several
Keeping up with all of your dog’s wellness needs can be overwhelming. There’s the annual wellness exams, heart worm and tick tests, monthly preventatives, nail trims, routine lab screens and all of those vaccines. Staying on top of everything is challenging and certainly can be expensive, but your precious pup is well worth it! Plus,
This is one of the most controversial and hotly debated questions in the veterinary profession. A decade ago, declawing was a standard, widely-accepted practice. Cat owners didn’t bat an eye over removing their cat’s nails in order to protect their furniture and prevent personal injury. Nowadays, not everyone is so sure that declawing is humane.
Being a dog owner is never easy! It’s like having children, except they’re furrier and don’t speak the same language. Our pups may be affectionate, lovable, friendly, and gosh darn cute, but they also can develop some behaviors that we aren’t too fond of. Keep reading for some tips on overcoming various challenges that will
Two of the most common (and most serious) conditions that affect cats are the Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). While it’s possible for a cat who has been infected with either virus to live a long, healthy life, cat owners need to be aware of these two viral conditions and
Summers are way too short in Minnesota, and as fellow dog owners we try to take full advantage of every nice day. But dang has it been hot and humid the last couple of months! Our poor pups have been cooped up indoors way more than we (or they!) would like. We hate to see
Caring for a pet is a wonderful, heartfelt experience that brings joy, laughter and friendship to the lives of many individuals and families. Dogs and cats hold a special place in the hearts of their human parents, and watching them grow throughout the years can be a fascinating, fulfilling experience. The responsibility of owning a
Yep, feline acne is a real thing. Cats can develop a skin condition that makes the skin around the chin turn crusty and red. Some cats also develop clogged hair follicles that fill with pus. But no need to start washing your cat’s face daily (we wish you the best of luck with that) —
Many of us dog owners have witnessed our pups chowing down on what seems to be an unlikely delicacy — fresh green grass. Try as we might, we just can’t seem to get through to them that grass is not food. So why exactly are dogs so eager to eat the stringy green stuff? Are
House Paws Home Veterinary Care provides in-home veterinary care to pets and clients in St. Paul, Minneapolis, and most surrounding suburbs.
Monday – Thursday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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