Ticks transmit Lyme disease, which is the most commonly diagnosed tick-borne illness in the United States. Learn to protect your pet from this debilitating disease by reading our Central Kentucky Veterinary Center team’s guide to Lyme disease facts and prevention. Lyme disease basics for pet owners The Ixodes scapularis tick—the black-legged (i.e., deer) tick—transmits Borrelia [...]
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 [...]
Pets are highly susceptible to fleas, and the bloodthirsty parasites can transmit serious diseases to them and to you and your family. Our Central Kentucky Veterinary Center team knows how problematic fleas can be, and we provide information about the parasites and tips to safeguard your four-legged friend. Flea anemia in pets Fleas are voracious [...]
Every year many pets are exposed to toxins inside their home, resulting in serious health complications. Substances that are toxic to pets can be found in several places throughout your home. Our Central Kentucky Veterinary Center team wants to highlight this issue for National Poison Prevention Week, so we’re unveiling common pet toxins lurking in [...]
Some people share a common misconception about when to bring their pet to the veterinarian. While your pet absolutely needs veterinary care when they are sick or injured, wellness screenings are equally—if not more—important to your furry pal’s health. Many diseases do not cause clinical signs until they become advanced, and early diagnosis can often [...]
You likely know arthritis is a common canine condition, but many cats also develop this painful inflammatory joint disease. Studies suggest that between 60% and 90% of cats live with arthritis pain. Identifying arthritis pain signs can be difficult because cats are experts at disguising their discomfort. Therefore, you need to be able to recognize [...]
Pets’ most overlooked health component is consistent, high-quality dental care. Your pet’s dental health is about more than fresh breath and pearly white teeth, and dental disease is a serious and common condition with consequences that go far beyond your pet’s mouth. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and our Central Kentucky Veterinary Center [...]
When the temperatures in Central Kentucky drop and severe winter weather looms, pets across the region are at an increased risk of cold weather-related hazards and health conditions. Ensure your pet stays warm and safe all winter by learning to recognize common cold weather hazards and taking steps to protect your furry pal. Read our [...]
Thyroid dysfunction is a common cause for poor health in dogs and cats. When this small but mighty gland becomes diseased, its abnormal processes disrupt the entire body. Fortunately, with a proper diagnosis, the condition can be managed successfully, and pets can enjoy a good quality of life. The thyroid gland in pets The thyroid [...]
Many pet owners assume that arthritis only affects older pets, but this chronic, inflammatory joint condition is common in pets of all ages. Arthritis can be painful for your pet, and, because it is a degenerative disease, early diagnosis and prompt treatment are essential. By learning how to identify early signs of arthritis, you can [...]