Sometimes, our Leighton vets discover cancer in dogs. An owner's first question after their four-legged companion receives this concerning diagnosis is usually, "How long can a dog live with cancer?" In this post, our team explains why this is such a difficult question to answer, even with our advanced diagnostic and treatment options.
While dogs of any age can be diagnosed with oral cancer (mouth cancer) most dogs with the disease are around 11 years old. In this post, our Leighton vets list symptoms to watch for, causes, and treatment options for mouth cancer in dogs.
Have you just welcomed a fluffy new feline friend into your home? Because your kitty's needs will evolve as they mature, you'll have to be able to tell how old your kitten is. Today, our Leighton vets share some insights into guessing a kitten's age.
While raising a puppy and kitten together in the same home may give you years worth of love and adorable moments, it is also a big responsibility. Our Leighton vets offer insight on what to consider before bringing home four-legged friends.
You've just brought a new puppy home and scheduled the first vet visit. In case you're wondering which questions to ask and what items to bring with you, our Leighton vets are here to help. In this post, you'll find a checklist to help your prepare for your puppy's first trip to the vet.
You are preventing more than just the birth of unwanted kittens when you get your cat spayed or neutered. You are also protecting them from some serious health conditions. Today, our Leighton vets discuss the best age to have your kitten fixed as well as the benefits of having your kitten spayed or neutered.
Constipation can afflict dogs of any breed, age, size, or lifestyle. Today, our Leighton vets explore one of the most common digestive issues we see in pets and discuss some causes of constipation in dogs, along with treatment options.
So you have just brought home a little bundle of joy. Congratulations! But make sure you're scheduling your first veterinary appointment, as well as routine exams going forward. To help you prepare, our Leighton vets discuss what to expect at your newborn kitten's first vet visit.
As a pet owner, you might wonder what qualifies as critical veterinary care and when your pet's injury is considered an emergency. In this post, our veterinarians in Leighton explain what's involved in animal critical care and discuss what circumstances are categorized as a critical care emergency.
Dogs will often pant while engaging in physical activity on a warm day or while playing fetch. However, excessive panting at night may be occurring due to an underlying health issue. Today, our Leighton vets discuss symptoms and treatment options. We also offer advice on when to book an exam.