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Cancer Treatment at A2AH
According to a research division of the World Health Organization (WHO) there is a possibility that red and processed meats can cause cancer in humans. Great, no steak and bacon. This report led us to wonder, what are some common forms of pet cancer, their treatments and what are the warning signs?
Last Day Dog Rescue
Last Day Dog Rescue is a dedicated group of volunteers that takes care of and finds homes for animals on the verge of being euthanized. They began in 2006 and rescue approximately 1000 animals a year!
November is Diabetes Awareness Month!
November is Diabetes awareness month! Diabetes isn’t uncommon among both dogs and cats. Take your pet in for regular check-ups and ask your vet if you have concerns about this disease!
Halloween starts the “Chocolate Season”
Halloween begins a string of holidays that feature a variety of sweets. Keep your pet healthy and safe and away from chocolate and other sweets
Halloween Dangers for Pets
Every Halloween (and on several other holidays, for that matter) we see pets show up at the Ann Arbor Animal Hospital who are sick from ingesting candy, so we thought we would post some information that may help you let kids know about the effects of candy and other sweets and their potential to harm your pet…
Why does the vet need poop samples?
When you are rudely alerted to the sound or smell of your pet’s stool in the house, your first thought might not be, “I need to save some of this!” But please do. Read on to find out why.
What is that smell?? Skunks and your pet!
A skunk spray is not necessarily a reason to rush your pet to the vet. A good in-home bath with skunk odor recipe and an eye rinse (if sprayed in the eyes) is all that is required. Check out this post for tips and remedies as well as a how-to video!
Feral Cats: Q&A
Is there a difference between a feral cat and a stray? Can a feral cat be domesticated and become a pet? How should a feral cat be approached? These questions and more answered in our latest post!
Protect Your Pets From Rodenticides
As the colder weather and temperatures return, the native rodents consider moving into our homes, and we consider the various ways to deal with them. But before you use a rodenticide, consider the other animals it may affect.
When to start training your puppy
Should you wait until your puppy is six months old to start training, or should you start sooner?