Allen Veterinary Hospital

Would you believe that 30% of a cat’s waking hours are spent on grooming? Since the average cat sleeps about 17 hours a day, that means they spend about 2 hours grooming themselves. It’s no wonder they get hairballs!

Want to protect your furry best friend? Then ensuring that you have a local vet with the experience, equipment and quality staff to handle anything he may need is absolutely essential.

A good diet is key to keeping your pet bird in optimum health. This typically includes a wide variety of grains, bird seed, fruits, and green vegetables, as well as plenty of fresh water daily.

Don't dismiss your pet's bad breath. It's common for bad breath in both dogs and cats to be a symptom of a dental issue. Plaque and tartar can become serious and eventually impact your pet's ability to eat.

Some anthropologists believe cats were first domesticated about 7,000 years ago. They were originally used to help control the spread of vermin like rats and mice. Humans found them so charming they eventually began adopting them as companions.

It’s important to gradually get your pet used to his or her mouth being handled before trying to brush his or her teeth. When your pup seems comfortable with his or her mouth being touched, put a little bit of dog formulated toothpaste on his or her lips to get him or her used to the taste.

The best veterinarians will have good people skills as well as animal skills. You should feel comfortable asking questions if there's anything you don't understand about your pet's condition or treatment. Vets are happiest when owners take an active role in their pet's care.

It’s important to remember that your pet’s skin condition is unlikely to go away on its own when you continue exposing them to the triggering allergen. If you’re not quite sure what triggered their allergic reaction, we’re always here to help.

Hyperthyroidism is a condition which is commonly diagnosed in senior cats. This condition can usually be controlled with affordable medications, and symptoms include increased appetite, increased thirst, diarrhea, restlessness, irritability, weight loss and an unkempt fur coat.

Pet stores may sell over-the-counter medication for birds, but pet store employees aren't trained to diagnose your bird's health issues. An avian vet will be able to accurately diagnose and treat your bird for the best outcome.

Did you know that cats age much more rapidly than humans? Although the life expectancy of a cat today may be around 20 years, your cat begins entering his or her senior years as early as the age of seven.

Were you aware that there are different forms of acupuncture that can be used on pets? For example, moxibustion is the application of a heated Chinese herbal compound to the needles. Heat is very beneficial to pets that are older or suffering from conditions involving join stiffness and/or muscular soreness.

Ever wondered if your veterinary bills are in keeping with the national average? Based on data compiled by the American Pet Products Association and published by The Humane Society of the United States, an average yearly routine vet bill for a cat is $193.