5 Common Garden Items Toxic to Pets   It’s March, and as spring begins, many of us will be heading outside to enjoy the outdoors. But, if your pets spend time in the yard, too, beware some of the common outdoor items that could be toxic.   Pesticides and...

When you take your pup on a stroll around your neighborhood, do they lunge and bark at every living thing? Many dogs become hyper-focused on other dogs, people, squirrels, cars, or other moving objects, making your daily walk less than pleasant. Dogs who react this...

Although it’s lovely to be greeted by an exuberant pup when you come home after a long day at work, a 100-pound Labrador leaping up for licks can be a bit much. Many dogs jump on people when they’re excited, and it’s often inadvertently reinforced. Teach your dog not...

September may be recognized as Happy Cat Month, but our cats demand to be cherished every month of the year! In honor of this extra special month, our team here at Genoa Animal Hospital has put together four ways that you can celebrate the purr-fect feline in your...

September is National Disaster Preparedness Month, and what better to celebrate this month than by preparing a first aid kit for your pet? As a pet owner, it is crucial to include your pet into any emergency plan. Follow our three steps to ensure that you have...

If you worry about the thought of putting your beloved companion under anesthesia, you are not alone! However, our team here at Genoa Animal Hospital is dedicated to your furry friend's health and safety while in our care. In order to keep your pet safe when under...

Have you ever brought your pet along for your camping trip? This can be a fun experience for them as long as you are prepared! Before you head out to explore the wilderness, check out these three tips to ensure that your pet enjoys the trip into the woods as much as...

While you are out at the barbecue one summer day, you look beside you to see your pooch's mouth dripping with drool. Their eyes are pleading with you to feed them a bite of the ribs you are seasoning. Before you drop them a piece of meat, it's important to remember...

While playing a game of fetch on a scorching summer day with your pooch, you notice your furry friend start to heavily pant and become disoriented. Seemingly fine one moment, your beloved companion appears to overheat in the blink of an eye. What do you do in this...

Protecting Your Pet from Heat Stroke   It's summertime! Just like humans, dogs and cats can become overheated. Unlike humans, our pets aren’t able to effectively reduce their body temperature by sweating. But, just because your furry pal can’t tell you when he’s...