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Pets at Home

Happy Howl-oween | Keeping Pets Safe and Healthy

For us humans, Halloween can be a night full of delicious treats, creative costumes, and spine-tingling chills. For our companion animals, however, this can be one of the most genuinely frightening nights of the year. Startling noises, disguised humans, dangerous…

Heather SchmittOctober 27, 2022

Health and Wellness

Pet Skin Allergies | 5 Quick ‘Spot Checks’

Pet skin allergies can be a bit sneaky. First of all, the skin is the body’s largest organ - so there’s lots of physical space for issues to arise. Second, animals are furry! Their skin can often be hard to…

Heather SchmittAugust 19, 2022

Pets at Home

MICROCHIP 101 | Keeping Your Companion Safe

|| What is a Microchip? || A microchip is a small glass capsule, about the size of a grain of rice. It contains a computer chip that stores a unique number that can be used to identify an animal when…

Heather SchmittAugust 18, 2022

Staying Active

PLAY BALL! | Fetch Modifications to Keep Your Dog Safe

Playing fetch with your dog, whether with a ball or a frisbee, is a classic activity for a reason. It keeps your dog fit, entertains and tires them out, strengthens your bond - and it’s lots of fun! Although it…

Heather SchmittJuly 28, 2022

Enrichment

Enrichment Inspiration for Guinea Pigs

One of the most effective (and fun!) ways that you can improve daily life for your guinea pigs is to provide a wide range of enrichment for them. Guinea pigs are social and active animals, and to compensate for an…

Heather SchmittJuly 8, 2022

Enrichment

ENRICHMENT FEEDERS | Bust Boredom, Boost Satiety, and Build Brainpower

|| Why Use Enrichment Feeders? || Enrichment feeders are tools and toys that create a more engaging and interactive experience for your dog while they consume their meal or extra treats. Mealtime is often a highlight of the day for…

Heather SchmittJune 3, 2022

COVID-19

COVID-19 UPDATE | MAY 2022

At Elk Lake Veterinary Hospital, we are committed to providing high-quality patient care and client service in an environment that is as safe and comfortable as possible for the community we serve. As we continue to navigate a landscape that…

Heather SchmittMay 27, 2022

Pets at Home Senior Pets

Aging Gracefully for Dogs

|| Supporting Your Senior Canine || Many elements that we often think of as inevitable aspects of getting older - decreased energy levels, stiffness and reluctance to move, general grumpiness - are in fact signs and symptoms of discomfort. This…

Heather SchmittMarch 30, 2022

Dental Health

Tender Teeth? Choose Soft Foods

|| AFTER DENTAL DAY | Simple Soft Food Options for Dogs || For the first few meals after your dog’s dental procedure, their teeth and gums will likely be a little tender. Particularly if they have had one or more…

Heather SchmittMarch 22, 2022

COVID-19

COVID-19 UPDATE | MARCH 2022

At Elk Lake Veterinary Hospital, our highest priority continues to be providing the highest quality of patient care, client service, and staff safety. We are so grateful for the support we have received from our clients and community as we…

Heather SchmittMarch 11, 2022

Tips and Advice

Happy Howl-oween | Keeping Pets Safe and Healthy

Pet Skin Allergies | 5 Quick ‘Spot Checks’

MICROCHIP 101 | Keeping Your Companion Safe

PLAY BALL! | Fetch Modifications to Keep Your Dog Safe

Enrichment Inspiration for Guinea Pigs

ENRICHMENT FEEDERS | Bust Boredom, Boost Satiety, and Build Brainpower

COVID-19 UPDATE | MAY 2022

Aging Gracefully for Dogs

Tender Teeth? Choose Soft Foods

COVID-19 UPDATE | MARCH 2022

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