A pet breed is created from a narrow gene pool, which can result in repeated health issues that become difficult to eradicate over time. Any pet can develop health problems, but certain breeds suffer from specific conditions. Understanding common breed-related health problems can help purebred pet owners take preventive measures and seek early treatment. Hundreds [...]
Spring in Kentucky brings the beauty of blooming flowers, leafy trees, and fields showing off their bluegrass carpets. Unfortunately, the season also begins a yearly allergen cycle that can affect pets as well as people. In this part of the state, spring tree allergens include poplar, birch, maple, cedar, oak, hickory, mulberry, and willow. In [...]
Your pets’ wild ancestors learned to hide out when they were ill or injured so that predators wouldn’t take advantage of their weakness. As a result, your domesticated cat or dog instinctively hides or disguises their ailments when they’re not feeling well. To help ensure your pet stays in tip-top health, you need to be [...]
Panting is a natural behavior for dogs, but excessive or labored panting can indicate an underlying issue that needs to be addressed. Understanding why your dog is panting can provide valuable insights into their health and wellbeing, and help you determine if their heavy breathing requires veterinary attention. Here are five common reasons why your [...]
According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council’s parasite prevalence maps, Kentucky pets have a significant heartworm disease risk, which can severely damage their heart and lungs. Our Central Kentucky Veterinary Center team wants to help ensure these dangerous parasites do not affect your pet, and we provide tips to help you protect your four-legged friend [...]
Caring for your pet is more than having a furry friend to cuddle with at the end of a long day. This relationship comes with many benefits that can positively impact your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Pets bring immense fulfillment despite the occasional chewed-up shoe or hairball on the rug. The advantages of having [...]
When you consider items that can harm your pet, you may think of cars, aggressive animals, or mishaps that lead to injury. However, many everyday household items pose serious risks to your furry friend. From cleaning products to certain foods, numerous household products can harm pets if they ingest, inhale, or come in contact with [...]
Stem cell therapy is an all-natural approach to healing that avoids drugs’ or surgeries’ potential adverse side effects and complications. Our Central Kentucky Veterinary Center team is proud to offer MediVet’s patented stem cell procedure, and we detail this innovative treatment’s applications, benefits, and potential. What are pet stem cells? Stem cells are unspecialized cells [...]
Maintaining pets’ dental health is crucial to their overall well-being, but many pet owners are unaware of the importance of their four-legged friend’s oral care. Our Central Kentucky Veterinary Center team explains what’s fact and what’s fiction regarding pet dental health. Fiction: Bad breath is normal for pets Fact: Bad breath (i.e., halitosis) is typically [...]
We know you always want the best for your pet, especially when it comes to their health and well-being. At Central Kentucky Veterinary Center, we're proud to be among the only 15% of veterinary practices in the United States and Canada that are accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). But what does AAHA [...]