Blog: pet health

WHY????? Unfortunately, this is what runs through my mind on a daily basis.  Pet obesity is at an all-time high where approximately 55% of cats and dogs are considered overweight or obese!  (more…)

Overweight pug on the chair

Overweight Pet. Why??

WHY????? Unfortunately, this is what runs through my mind on a daily basis.  Pet obesity is at an all-time high where approximately 55% of cats and dogs are considered overweight or obese! 

Dog teeth being brushed

Why Do We Remove Your Pet’s Teeth?

Similarly to how we need to have regular visits to the dentist, have radiographs taken of our teeth and potentially have fillings, extractions, etc. performed on us, pets experience similar disease processes of their teeth and need them tended to as well.

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Pet Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease, is a progressive non-inflammatory, irreversible deterioration of articular cartilage.

Daschund with Holiday gift

Holiday Pet Disasters to Avoid

With the holiday season quickly approaching we at McLean Animal Hospital wanted to give you an idea of the different types of dangers pets can encounter during the holiday season.