Our Veterinary Blog

December 2021 NEWSLETTER 

Help! My pet is afraid of fireworks New Years Eve marks a wonderful time for us all. It is an explosion of new opportunity and celebration. However, for your pets it can be a scary time full of stress and anxiety. Fireworks create bright lights and loud noises that dogs, cats, and other animals don’t…

Getting to Know Kat Taege, CCA While working at Animal Family, Kat wears multiple hats. She is one of the friendly people you will meet and speak with on the phone when you call us – she schedules appointments and answers your questions. Kat assists in any way she can to provide comfort and care…

What are core vaccines for dogs? Core vaccines are recommended for every dog and puppy. They are considered vital because they protect your dog from harmful diseases and illnesses that have a high risk of exposure or are highly contagious to other dogs or humans. Staying up to date on your dog’s core vaccines protects…

Why does my cat need core vaccines?  Core vaccines are crucial in the prevention care that we recommend to every one of our feline friends. How are vaccines considered “core”? It’s based on having a high risk of exposure, lots of potential health problems, or being highly contagious.  What vaccines are considered core, and how…

November 2021 NEWSLETTER 

Getting to Know Emilie Pennington, PCA Emilie is one of our beloved Patient Care Advisors here at Animal Family. Her day starts early and is never dull! She sees all kinds of animals – from hamsters to large dogs. Emilie’s Animal Family At Home Animals have always been a significant part of her life. She…

What are lifestyle vaccines and does my pet need them? Lifestyle or “non-core” vaccines are given depending on your pet’s lifestyle. They are recommended for pets at risk for exposure to specific infectious agents. Curious which lifestyle vaccines your pet may need? Good news! You’re in the right place. What Are Infectious Agents? Infectious agents…

You may have heard before that pets need to go to the dentist just as often as humans do. Is this true? In short, yes! Proper preventative steps for your pet include comprehensive dental care and dental exams every 6-12 months.  Want to learn more about what happens during a dental exam at the vet?…

Surgery can be a necessary part of providing the best life for your pet. We know that having any member of your family in surgery can be scary, which is why we are here for you and want to provide additional information to hopefully make it a little easier. This blog outlines what happens when…