Your vet may recommend blood work for a number of reasons, they may not always indicate a serious concern but can be useful for diagnosing various conditions. Today our Thornton vets talk about the purpose of blood tests for dogs and what they can help show us about your pet's health.
CT scans, X-rays or other technologies are used if your pet is experiencing a known condition or certain symptoms in order to get a better look at their internal structures. Below, our Thornton vets talk about what you can expect during your cat or dog's diagnostic imaging appointments and what x-rays, CT scans and more are used for.
When it comes to your pet living a happy, healthy life veterinary technology and diagnostics can help. In this post, our Thornton vets share some information about diagnosing your pet with an ECG and how it can help monitor the health of your cat or dog.
Cushing's disease is a serious condition in dogs that can lead to severe, sometimes life-threatening conditions and illnesses. Our Thornton vets explain what causes Cushing's disease in dogs, as well as the symptoms and treatments.
Ticks are a common pest across the United States and can cause a variety of severe conditions that can affect not only your dog but your family as well. In today's blog, our Thornton vets discuss some of the common tick borne diseases in dogs and how you can help protect your pup from potentially fatal conditions.
While having the ability to affect cats of all ages, urinary issues more frequently affect cats as they get older. Our internal medicine vets in Thornton offer some information about urinary problems in cats and what to expect if your cat suffers from UTIs or FLUTD.
Detecting a fever in dogs can be tough to do and sometimes it can be just as difficult to get them feeling better. Here, our vets in Thornton explain how to detect a fever in dogs, the common causes of fever in dogs and what you should do if it happens.
Did you just get a brand new kitten and know they have started teething? You probably have many questions like what to expect and whether you can give them anything for pain or discomfort. Our vets in Thornton can answer your questions about teething in kittens and how you can help relieve their pain.
In order to provide your pet with a long and happy life you will need to give them more than a home and head pats. Your cat or dog will also need ongoing routine care. Our Thornton veterinarians talk about vet visits and how often you should bring your dog or cat in for a wellness exam.
Osteoarthritis is a progressive, degenerative condition in dogs that becomes more severe over time. There's no cure for this painful condition, however, our Thornton vets can provide treatments that may help manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis and allow your dog to enjoy a good quality of life as they age.
Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital is always accepting new patients! Our vets are passionate about providing kind and loving veterinary care to Thornton companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
