If you notice that your cat has developed what looks like a blood blister in their ear it is an ear hematoma. Today, our Groton vet team talks about the causes of aural hematomas in cats, symptoms, and treatment options.
Due to the anatomy of your dog's leg ACL injuries are very common in dogs. Today our Groton vets explain the symptoms of ACL injuries in dogs and the surgeries that can be performed to treat these common knee injuries.
So your vet has told you that your cat has arthritis and you are looking for a way to help your feline friend. Here, our Groton vets will explain how a change in diet may be a good way to treat arthritis in your cat.
If your dog or cat is booked to have an x-ray (radiograph) or CT scan, you may be wondering how this works and how you can prepare. Below, our Groton vets share what you can expect when you bring your dog or cats for an x-ray or CT scan.
It can be amazing when your dog has puppies but what if she needs a c-section. In this post, our Groton vets tell you what you need to know about c-sections for your dog. What things should you look out for and prepare for?
Making sure your dog is eating enough food every day is one of the best ways you can help keep them healthy and active. In this blog, our Groton vets discuss some ways you can make sure you are feeding your dog the right amount of food each day.
A number of common illnesses in dogs and their associated symptoms can be cause for concern. Some may even be fatal if not promptly treated! Here, our Groton vets offer some advice about the symptoms of and treatments for health problems that are most common in dogs.
As long as they are caught and treated early, hernias in cats aren't serious and cat be surgically repaired. Here, our Groton vets describe a few of the different kinds of hernias and offer some insight into what you can expect from cat hernia surgeries.
Just like in people, our dogs' skin is their largest organ. When combined with their coat, it makes up 12% of the average dog's body weight. What you may not know is that your dog's daily nutrition can have a significant impact on the health and condition of their skin and coat. Here, our Groton vets explain the relationship between your dog's skin, coat and their diet.
No one loves the thought of spiders being in our home and biting us or our pets. Most of the time, these creatures stay out of sight and don't bother us, but there are some cases where they will bite us or our canine companions. Here, our Groton vets explain everything you need to know about spider bites in dogs and when you should seek medical attention.
Companion Animal Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Groton companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
