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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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Cats are experts at hiding illness, so even subtle changes in behavior, appetite, litter box habits, or grooming can signal a problem. This guide helps cat parents learn how to tell if your cat is sick,…
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Wondering how much dog boarding costs? Prices vary depending on your dog’s size, length of stay, level of supervision, and extra services like playtime or medication. The goal is to help pet parents understand the average…
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When you lose a dog, you want a choice that feels gentle and respectful. Pet cremation offers a flexible way to say goodbye after euthanasia or a natural passing. How much is it to cremate a…
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You want to know how much it costs to neuter a dog? The honest answer is that it depends on several factors- size, age, health, and where the surgery happens, all affect price. At Hershey Veterinary…
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