Jul 22, 2020 | Spotlights
-By Dr. Tracey Maione, DVM, Medical Director Oz Animal Hospital and board member of the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association When a heat advisory warning goes into effect I immediately worry about my furry patients. That’s because they have less ability to cool...
Jul 21, 2020 | Spotlights
Quick Answers for Toxic Blue Green Algae By Dr. Priya Bhatt What is it? Large amounts of bacteria – known as “blooms” Cyanobacteria are microscopic Reproduce quickly in warm, shallow, undisturbed water surfaces Blooms are capable of producing toxins How to...
Apr 28, 2020 | Spotlights
Pet dog in N.C. tests positive for SARS-CoV-2 4/28/2020 A pug belonging to a pediatrician participating in a COVID-19 study at Duke University tested positive for infection with SARS-CoV-2 and displayed mild signs of illness for several days. The pediatrician, her...
Apr 23, 2020 | Spotlights
About Pets & People There are many health benefits of owning a pet. They can increase opportunities to exercise, get outside, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. Pets can...
