Ivy Veterinary Care Blogs

A must-read for all new and soon-to-be puppy owners. The pandemic brought upon us countless new puppies and novice pet owners. There are a ton of things I like to educate my clients on at their...

It is nearly inevitable that one day, as we are petting our furry companions, we will find a lump or bump. While most veterinarians are superheroes, our fingers are not microscopes! We cannot...

When you leave your pet at the vet for, your are entrusting me with their health and life. It is never easy putting your loved ones life in someone else’s hands.Pre-surgical checklist Crate...

As many of our puppies are getting older (they grow up so fast), I often get asked, “What is the best time for spaying and neutering?” Traditionally, 6 months was the blanket statement for...

“I love puppies, but there is nothing like the sweet soul of an old dog” We could spend a lifetime with our pets and it would still not be enough. It is heart breaking watching our pets age, but as...

We insure ourselves, cars, houses, engagement rings, but why not our pets? As a veterinarian, one of the most difficult parts of my job is having to sacrifice medical care due to financial...

Routine visits are an important step in checking on your pet’s health. If we can detect disease early, we are more likely to be able to treat it and keep your pet healthy. Cats are experts at hiding...

The best preventative measure against dental disease you can do at home is tooth brushing. The mechanical action of brushing will remove plaque off the teeth, to prevent it from turning into dental...

The Association for Pet Obesity (2018) showed that 50-60% of cats and dogs were overweight. Overweight dogs are living up to 2.5 years shorter than those of a healthy weight (AVMA). This decrease in...