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Cat Health

My cat’s healthy–Why do they need a routine wellness visit? Cats are great at hiding underlying medical issues. When you bring your feline companion in for a routine wellness visit, we’ll do a physical exam and run diagnostic screening tests to help detect issues before your cat shows signs of illness. [...]

Welcome Dr. Curtis!

Drum roll, please! We have very EXCITING news! We are pleased to announce that we have hired a new veterinarian, Dr. Hailey Curtis, DVM. As a child, Dr. Curtis used to dream of being Steve Irwin. As an adult, she landed on the next best thing: being a veterinarian! She graduated from The Ohio State [...]

Meet Anna!

What is your job at MAH? I am a vet assistant! I help hold and restrain animals while they receive their care, scribe for the doctors during appointments, help keep the hospital clean, and most importantly treat your animals with love and care to make their visits a good experience! Why do you love MAH? [...]

Heartworm Awareness Month!

Spring is here, and along with April showers and warmer temperatures, comes an increase in mosquitoes! April is “Heartworm Awareness Month,” and it’s the perfect time to make sure your pets are up-to-date on their heartworm testing, treatment, or medication. Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease in pets in the United States [...]

Help your cat get back to “normal”!

Help your cat get back to their “normal!” Cats hide almost everything, especially pain. But if your cat is dealing with osteoarthritis (OA) pain, you’ve probably noticed changes in their everyday behavior. Things like jumping, climbing stairs, and even playing might not be so easy for them. Solensia is a monthly injection administered at MAH [...]

Why is my cat sneezing?

Ah-choo! Cats can sneeze for a variety of reasons ranging from no big deal to serious illness. Here’s how to tell whether to stay home and relax or call the vet. Sneezing is a normal response to nasal irritation. Occasional sneezes are nothing to worry about, especially if your cat is immediately back to [...]

Feeding Your Pet Bird

What To Feed Your Pet Bird Whether you are an experienced bird owner, or you just got your first cockatiel, lovebird, or budgie, finding the ideal diet can be challenging! Manufactured pellet diets should be the staple. Manufactured (or extracted) pellet diets provide the most balanced and nutritious diets for your pet. However, some birds [...]

Diabetes Mellitus – Not only for those with opposable thumbs!

What is diabetes mellitus (DM)? First, a quick overview – bear with us. The word diabetes comes from ancient Greek and means siphon, or running through (referring to the large volume of urine) and mellitus is Latin for sweet. The disease is appropriately named because diabetics are siphons for sweet urine. DM in animals works [...]

Best holiday gifts for pets

The whole family should enjoy celebrating the holiday season, including your furry, feathered, or scaled friends. However, as you browse pet stores or search online, you might wonder what to give your pets this year to help them ring in the season. Below, you’ll find a handful of creative holiday gift ideas to keep your pet healthy and happy. Holiday Gift Ideas for Pets 1. Puzzle FeedersKeeping food out in bowls throughout the day may cause dogs and cats to overeat and become overweig […]

Back-to-school is around the corner. Are you ready?

Photo credit Alan Levine Back-to-school is around the corner. Backpacks, pencils, notebooks – check.  Bus schedule  – check. Dog training in place – what??Summer is winding down and routines are going to change for many of us.  Start now to give your pets a smooth transition – and hopefully avoid unpleasant chewed-up surprises and trips to the emergency vet.Here’s your back-to-school list for your dog:Start the routine early – with shorter away timesGet your pet used to eati […]

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