Pets are loyal family members who provide unconditional love, and losing your four-legged friend can be devastating. Our Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital team knows that losing a beloved pet is painful, and we offer tips to navigate this difficult time. #1: Understand that grieving your pet is normal Some people who don’t have pets may [...]
We get it. Life gets hectic, and juggling work, family, and pets can leave you looking for a way to take something off your plate. While you may be tempted to skip your pet’s annual wellness visit that you scheduled months ago—your pet looks perfectly healthy—opting out of preventive wellness care can have serious long-term [...]
Anesthesia-free dentistry can sound like a pet owner’s dream come true—all the benefits of a pet dental cleaning without the worry of general anesthesia. But are these non-veterinary procedures a safe and effective alternative to professional oral hygiene procedures at Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital? The answer is a resounding “No.” We provide five clear differences [...]
Noise aversion, which is also known as noise anxiety or noise phobia, is a common problem among pets, but often goes undiagnosed, particularly in cats. Two-thirds of dogs are estimated to suffer from distress when they hear loud, startling, or repetitive sounds, and the problem is equally prominent in cats. Left untreated, noise aversion can [...]
Lyme disease is a serious threat for dogs and people, and can cause lifelong health effects after an initial infection. To help you and your four-legged friend stay safe, our Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital team wants to share important facts you need to know about Lyme disease. #1: Lyme disease is a year-round threat for [...]
What if we told you the key to adding three to five years to your pet’s life is right under their nose? Routine professional dental care at Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital is about more than keeping your pet’s pearly whites sparkling—maintaining proper oral hygiene can transform your pet’s health and help them live a longer, [...]
Constant scratching, licking, chewing, and rubbing are good indicators that your pet is itchy, but what is causing the problem? Your pet’s itchy skin can have numerous causes, and our Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital team provides questions that will help you determine the reason for your pet’s itchiness. Does your pet have fleas? You likely [...]
Because dogs and cats metabolize some drugs and foods differently than people, they can be poisoned by products that are harmless to us. The most well-known example is chocolate, which many of us consider a necessity and have readily available in our homes. Chocolate is toxic to many species, but dogs are most commonly affected, [...]
The laser is a frequently used veterinary medicine tool, and many types are available for various purposes. Veterinarians use cold lasers to promote pets’ healing after surgery or injury, or to ease chronic painful conditions. Our Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital team is proud to offer our patients multiwave locked system (MLS) laser therapy—the most advanced [...]
Good news, pet parents! Numerous studies have linked improved human health through pet ownership. Some direct benefits, as listed by the CDC, are as follows: Improved cardiovascular health by lowering blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglycerides Mental health benefits through decreased feelings of loneliness and increased opportunities of socialization with peers Increased opportunities for exercise and [...]
