All Going Swimmingly: Swimming Safety for Dogs
We are excited to dive into summer – into lakes, rivers, and pools, that is. And, we know quite a few dogs who are just as excited as we are! Although we may think of them as natural swimmers, the...
View ArticleKiss of Death: Chagas Disease in Dogs
Texans are no strangers to bugs. Big, small, and in between, they are a part of life here in the south. Many of them are harmless, but others can be the bearers of serious trouble. Kissing, or...
View ArticleWhy Pet Grooming is Important to Your Pet’s Health
With our increasingly busy lives, it may seem as if grooming our pet is just one more chore. After all, her coat looks pretty good, so why bother? Grooming is not just about bows and brushes, it’s an...
View ArticleFun in the Sun: 10 Awesome Games to Play with Your Dog This Summer
When the sun is shining and the weather is warm, most of us want to get outside and enjoy some R&R. Our pets are also more than happy to tag along and have fun with some outdoor recreation. But...
View ArticleWhat Was That!? Reverse Sneezing in Dogs
Dogs make a wide variety of sounds, from that happy bark when you come home to gumbles and whines when they want to be fed. But when a dog has an episode of reverse sneezing, it may seem like they are...
View ArticleScratchy Season: Does My Dog Have Pollen Allergies?
Pollen allergies in pets is one of the more common types of allergies that affect our four-legged friends. Like humans, dogs suffer from an array of symptoms when the weather warms up and the trees,...
View ArticleWhy So Wet? Dog Slobber and You
Those of us who love dogs have encountered and accepted (to some degree) that drool is a part of our lives. But does it have to be that way? Ten West Bird & Animal Hospital knows the importance of...
View ArticleHow Can I Keep My Pet Healthy?
From lizards and rats to dogs and cats, all pets deserve to live healthy, happy lives with their human companions. Your pet relies on you each and every day to provide what she needs to feel her best,...
View ArticleThe Importance of Year-Round Heartworm Disease Prevention
Did you know that pets can be infected with heartworm disease for years before they show symptoms? By the time they’re finally diagnosed, treatment may be limited, expensive, ineffective, or all...
View ArticleBest Dogs for People with Allergies
Just because you suffer from allergies doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t get to enjoy a four-legged friend. Depending on the situation, dogs for people with allergies exist, and Ten West Bird and Animal...
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