Cardiac Care for Dogs: Preventive Heart Health for Pets

Heart disease is something that many of us are all-too-familiar with when it comes to people, but did you know that animals can have heart problems as well? Cardiac care for pets is important and BEEVET Animal Hospital has the information that you need to do it right.
Continue…How Does a Pet Microchip Work and Does My Pet Need a Microchip?

No matter how much they love their home, your beloved animals may head out on a solo expedition through your neighborhood. Lost pets are so common that countless communities run Facebook groups that help pet parents reunite with their furry wanderers. And unfortunately, people do steal dogs, cats, and exotic animals. Pet microchips can reunite you with a lost or stolen pet.
Continue…Dog Health: The Scoop on Poop

It might seem like the staff at BEEVET Animal Hospital is a little bit too into your dog’s poop, especially when we ask you to bring in samples to your visits. The truth is that your pet’s feces can tell us a lot about your their overall health. Keep reading to learn all about healthy dog poop.
Continue…Why Is My Dog Eating His Poop?

Of all the quirky canine habits like butt sniffing and squirrel watching, dogs eating their own poop takes the cake as the least palatable among our pet parents. To answer the perennial question, “why does my dog eat poop,” the team at BEEVET Animal Hospital has compiled some key insights for you to consider, as well as steps for discouraging this less-than-appetizing behavior.
Continue…What’s Better: Individual Pet Sitter or Pet Boarding Facility?

In a perfect world, your pet could accompany wherever you need to go. There have been important strides toward this in both the travel and hospitality industries, but not all pets can tolerate routine disruptions. Fortunately, there are options available for every pet, their family, and financial situation. Choosing between a pet sitter (whether at their home or your own) and a formal pet boarding site isn’t always easy. With our go-to guide, you can make the best possible decision.
Continue…Holiday Getaway: Air Traveling With Pets
Scratch that Itch: Managing Allergies in Pets

Just like humans, animals also suffer from allergies in various forms, but their symptoms are often markedly different from those that we experience. Although allergies in pets can be tricky to diagnose and treat, there are plenty of ways you can help to keep your allergic pet comfortable.
Allergies in Pets
Allergies in both people and pets are the result of the immune system’s overreaction to foreign particles that enter the body. The particles (allergens) can vary widely from pet to pet, but the most common causes of allergies in pets are:
Continue…The Rudest Things You Can Do at the Dog Park

Dog parks offer pooches the perfect chance to enjoy the great outdoors and socialize with other pets. We’re fortunate to have plenty of dog parks in Austin to choose from, and for the sake of everyone’s enjoyment, it’s important to always practice proper dog park etiquette.
Our team at BEEVET Animal Hospital has put together some pointers to help you prepare for your next trip to the dog park. We want you and your dog to set stellar examples for the rest of the pack!
Continue…Is A Rabbit the Perfect Pet For Your Family?

With their adorable fluff and affectionate nature, rabbits make wonderful pets. They are quiet, clean animals that adore their owners and can even be trained to do tricks. However, rabbits require more attention and care than people typically expect, as much as a dog in many ways. With a life expectancy of 7-10 years, pet rabbits are a long-term commitment. Keep reading to find out if a rabbit is the right pet for you and your family.
Continue…Pet Vaccines: How Important are Immunizations for Your Indoor Pet?

When it comes to your totally indoor cat or your couch potato pooch, their level of risk for infectious disease is pretty low. They probably don’t really need to be vaccinated… Do they? BEEVET Animal Hospital begs to differ. There are actually some pretty compelling reasons that pet vaccines are important even in homebodies. Read on to learn how vital they are.
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