by Marshfield Animal Hospital | Apr 5, 2023 | Blog
Summer is the time to have outdoor fun with our dogs. Longer walks in the park, ambitious hikes, beach days, or family travel — the sun is shining, and the outdoors is calling. But hot weather can also make us uncomfortable, and it poses special risks for dogs. From...
by Marshfield Animal Hospital | Apr 5, 2023 | Blog
We all love spending the long, sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry companions, but being overeager in hot weather can spell danger. To prevent your pet from overheating, take these simple precautions provided by ASPCA experts: Visit the vet for a spring or...
by Marshfield Animal Hospital | Apr 5, 2023 | Blog
NEW YORK–As the weather warms up, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) wants to remind pet owners that there are ways to help pets beat the heat while having a happy and healthy summer. “Most people associate summer...
by Marshfield Animal Hospital | Dec 2, 2022 | Blog
Originally posted at ASPCA.org The holiday season is upon us, and many pet parents plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their...
by Marshfield Animal Hospital | Nov 22, 2022 | Blog
Exposure to winter’s dry, cold air and chilly rain, sleet and snow can cause chapped paws and itchy, flaking skin, but these aren’t the only discomforts pets can suffer. Winter walks can become downright dangerous if chemicals from ice-melting agents are licked off of...