Trimming your cat’s nails doesn’t have to be an impossible task! Many cats will wear down their nails with routine scratching (hopefully on an approved scratching post and not your…
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by Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, PhD, DACVN MARCH 01, 2019 “Stop reading your pet food ingredient list!” This was the advice I gave in my June 4, 2018 post: “A…
Which cats need heartworm prevention? All of them Apr 16, 2019 By Richard Gerhold, DVM, MS, PhD DVM360 MAGAZINE When it comes to heartworm prevention, it should include every cat,…
by Tony McReynolds Advice to clients who are thinking about feeding their cats a homemade diet: think twice before downloading that cat food recipe—even if a veterinarian wrote it. A…
Veterinary dentistry includes the cleaning, adjustment, filing, extraction or repair of your pets’ teeth and all other aspects of oral health care. These procedures should be performed by a veterinarian…
It’s that time of year again. As our thoughts turn to decorating and party planning, according to the Pet Poison Helpline here are some common plants and foods that could…
Diabetes in cats is on the rise, largely due to obesity. You know your cat best so recognizing symptoms and getting early treatment is critical to a good outcome. Capitaland…
According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), only 12 to 15 percent of animal hospitals are accredited. Capitaland Animal Hospital is committed to excellence and has consequently earned accreditation…
Where Did Everyone Go? Back to school, back to work, now your furry friend is home alone. Some pets welcome this period of readjustment. Others can act out in…
We love our pets and are devastated if one goes missing. Microchipping your pet helps ensure you and your pet are reunited. A microchip, about the size of a grain…