Dog Paw Injuries & Limping: First Aid and When to See a Vet
A canine paw injury is one of the most common reasons dogs start limping, and it can happen on a walk around the block just as easily as during a hike. Paws take on a lot…
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Pet Health Tips & Veterinary Blog
At Hershey Veterinary Hospital, we believe pet parents deserve trusted information when it comes to caring for their animals. Our blog offers expert veterinary advice, helpful pet care tips, and timely health updates to support you at every stage of your pet’s life.
Kennel Cough Symptoms: What Every Dog Owner Should Know
Kennel cough is one of the most common respiratory illnesses in dogs. It’s a highly contagious respiratory disease that tends to spread quickly anywhere dogs gather in close quarters, like boarding facilities, dog parks, or grooming…
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How Old Do Cats Have to Be to Get Fixed?
Getting your cat “fixed” means spay or neuter surgery, and the right time to spay or neuter depends on age, weight, and overall health. Many kittens can be safely fixed earlier than most people realize, but…
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What Does Ringworm Look Like on a Dog?
Ringworm in dogs is a fungal infection, not an actual worm, and it can show up in ways that are easy to miss or mistake for something else. It often causes scabs or patchy areas of…
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How to Tell if a Cat Has Fleas
Cat fleas are tiny, fast-moving parasites that can be surprisingly difficult to spot, especially on fluffy or dark-coated cats. In many cases, owners notice signs of fleas like itching, hair loss, or small pepper-like specks on…
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Can I Give My Dog Aspirin for a Limp?
When your dog is in pain and starts limping, the instinct to help kicks in fast. Many pet owners reach for aspirin because it’s already in the medicine cabinet and it works for us. The problem…
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Does Spaying a Dog Calm Them Down?
Many pet parents hope spaying will calm a hyper dog, reduce roaming, and put an end to certain behaviors tied to hormones and heat cycles. The truth is that spaying dogs can change some behaviors linked…
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Is Bad Breath in Dogs a Sign of Illness?
Bad breath in dogs is common, but it is not always just “normal dog smell.” Halitosis is the medical term for “bad breath” and it can have many abnormal underlying causes. Dog halitosis can be linked…
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Dog Intestinal Blockage Timeline
A dog intestinal blockage can shift from mild stomach upset to a life threatening emergency in hours or days. The dog intestinal blockage timeline often moves faster than pet parents expect. What begins as simple vomiting…
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Which Dog Vaccines Are Absolutely Necessary?
You want to protect your dog, but you may still wonder which dog vaccines are absolutely necessary. Some shots are considered essential vaccines for nearly every dog. Others depend on lifestyle, travel, and local risk in…
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