- Ticks and the diseases they carry can be troublesome. They’re just waiting to bite some unsuspecting pup who’s minding his or her own business enjoying the great outdoors! Have you heard of Ehrlichiosis? Similar to Lyme disease, canine Ehrlichiosis is a tick-borne infectious disease found in dogs wh... [read more]
- You hear a lot about Lyme Disease and how to safeguard your pet from tick-borne illnesses, however Anaplasmosis isn’t nearly as talked about but it’s just as serious a threat to your pets’ health. It’s the second most frequently reported tick-borne disease in Wisconsin, and something we see more and... [read more]
- Late summer/early fall is a beautiful time of year, but it’s also when wasps and bees are most aggressive—they’ll chase you and even your pets, so here are some tips to avoid or deal with unpleasant encounters. A yellow-jacket is a common wasp that can attack in large numbers, sting multiple ti... [read more]
- Can you imagine what it would feel like to wear a permanent fur jacket on a hot summer day? As the temperatures heat up outside, we need to make sure we keep our fur jacket-wearing family members cool! Hot environments can cause heatstroke easily, and severe heatstroke is a life or death situation... [read more]
- Yes, unfortunately it’s true! The thought that your furry family member could potentially pass onto you a disease or infection gives you the ‘heebie jeebies’ just thinking about it! What does ‘zoonotic’ mean you say? It means that these types of diseases can be passed from animals to humans. They ca... [read more]
- Lyme disease is the most commonly reported tick-borne disease we see, and ticks are not just ‘up north’ or out in the woods. They are literally everywhere and endemic in Wisconsin, and it’s not unusual to see them all year-round! We saw over a seven percent increase in Lyme disease cases in 2016 c... [read more]
- Prevention Really is Key There are simple ways to keep your pet safe from parasites and diseases, but you must be diligent about protection. It’s easy to dismiss the importance of prevention, but many diseases out there are life-threatening so don’t wait until it’s too late. Here at Pewaukee Vete... [read more]
- A dog’s chance encounter with an Eastern Hognose Some dogs are particularly intrigued by snakes’ movements and easily startled to their presence, not to mention the snake’s inability to notice a dog’s territorial markings. It is important to know that snakes are quite afraid of humans and pets al... [read more]
- Siberian Husky resting close by the deadly Amanita muscaria mushroom Pets can get themselves into all sorts of trouble outside, but beware of the hidden dangers in wild mushrooms! All wild-growing mushrooms should be regarded as toxic until proven otherwise. There are no wild mushrooms that can b... [read more]
- In most cases, dogs have itchy skin as a result of fleas, environmental allergens (ex. pollen, mold, and dust mites), food, and skin contact with allergens (ex. carpet deodorants, shampoos, and insecticidal products). Apoquel is a medication that works to block the allergic itch at the source to... [read more]
- It is with a heavy heart we inform our readers of the sad event that recently occurred—we had to wish a loving and fond ‘Goodbye’ to our beloved blogging author, Boomer. He has crossed the Rainbow Bridge and leaves behind a legacy fondly remembered by all those whose lives he’s touched—whether they ... [read more]
- Fun in the sun is just around the corner and enjoying summer with your dog doubles the fun. Keep these things in mind when your pet joins you at outdoor activities. Heat and Sun Exposure • Your pet should NEVER be left unattended in a parked car during the summer—even one parked in the shade o... [read more]
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