Posts in Category: Pet Health & Wellness

Even in this rapidly changing world, the impact of our choices can be measured. Combined, each decision, no matter how small, has the potential to affect every detail of our lives and the lives of others. If you’ve ever wondered why pet dental health is such a big deal, it’s because excellent oral hygiene can influence a pet’s day-to-day well-being, save them a lot of pain, and even add years to their life!

Ring in the New Year, and suddenly, everyone’s talking about resolutions. Our furry friends shouldn’t be left out—although pet behavioral challenges can be a handful. At MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital, we’re passionate about helping pets and their owners find that perfect harmony. Let’s talk about making this year the best one yet for our four-legged companions.

There’s an often overlooked aspect of our pet’s health that can drastically impact their overall well-being: their dental care. As pet parents, we’re diligent about their diet, exercise, and routine check-ups, but the significance of oral health sometimes slips through the cracks. 

MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital knows the stakes are high when it comes to pet oral hygiene. Let’s take a closer look at pet oral health with this comprehensive pet dental care guide.

If your schedule is jam-packed with events and your credit card is nearly maxed out, it’s probably the holiday season! This time of year is undoubtedly brimming with good times; unfortunately, it is precisely the moment we’re distracted by something else, our pets naturally get into trouble. Even when our attention is trained on a pet’s every movement, accidents happen. This holiday season, we’ve got you covered with our pet-proofing strategies. 

If you’re like many other pet owners, you believe that fall is an excellent time to take a break from administering monthly parasite prevention medication to your pet. Unfortunately, our temperate climate makes it so that fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes don’t ever take a break during the fall and winter. On the contrary, they remain a threat to pet health all year long. Year-round flea and tick prevention is the only way to safeguard a pet’s health, and we’ve got you covered. 

Our golden girls, and boys, deserve compassionate care that addresses their changing needs as they age and Marketplace Veterinary Hospital is here to help. From senior pet wellness exams to adaptations you can make at home, our team has compiled a primer to help pet families provide aging pet support.

When your pup or kitty struggles with chronic pet illnesses, you probably want to do everything you can to make them feel comfortable. But managing chronic pet illnesses can be tough. Our team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital is here to provide veterinary care for chronic diseases like arthritis and diabetes in pets. We’d like to offer some tips to help you understand and manage these conditions. 

If the idea of snuggling with your pet for an entire afternoon sounds charming and restorative, you’re not alone. Most of us really enjoy, and even depend on, close time with our pets. The human-animal bond really shows up when you’re entwined on the couch for a Netflix bender. But the same benefits are equally present when exercising with your pet. When you prioritize pet exercise, you’re doing everyone a favor. And we’re pretty sure that Netflix is even more rewarding after some quality workout time.

When you make sure your pet gets regular wellness and preventive care, you’re helping make sure your furry family members stay healthy. Part of preventive care is keeping an eye out for the issues that can pester our pets. The team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital would like to highlight five of the most common pet health issues—and how you can avoid them. 

When you’re looking for a veterinarian, there are several essential services that your clinic of choice should offer. Not all veterinary clinics are the same. In this blog, the team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital shares five services to look for when you’re checking out clinics in your area: