by St. Francis Animal Clinic | Jun 1, 2023 | Blog
Understanding Zoonotic Diseases and How to Stay Healthy Zoonotic diseases are illnesses that can be passed from pets to people and are more common than you may think. Your pet may appear to be perfectly healthy, but they can be carrying a transmissible...
by St. Francis Animal Clinic | May 15, 2023 | Blog
5 Tips for Safe Swimming Practices for Pets As summer temperatures heat up, you and your furry pal likely want to cool off with a swim. Although it’s in their name, not all dogs–or pets–know how to “doggy paddle,” so take proper precautions when you swim with...
by St. Francis Animal Clinic | May 1, 2023 | Blog
How To Help Your Arthritic Cat Unless they have a less-than-full food bowl, cats rarely complain, which can make determining that they are suffering from arthritis pain difficult. However, if your cat has been diagnosed with arthritis or seems to have trouble getting...
by St. Francis Animal Clinic | Apr 15, 2023 | Blog
Tips and Tricks to Prevent Dog Bites As a dog owner, it’s important to learn how to prevent and handle dog bites. Although you can’t completely shield your pet from other animals, there are steps you can take to reduce the chances of a bite...
by St. Francis Animal Clinic | Apr 1, 2023 | Blog
5 Common Pet Soft Tissue Surgeries Many pets require various surgeries, including both routine elective procedures like spaying or neutering and essential operations to save their lives. Soft tissue and some orthopedic surgeries are typically done in general...
by St. Francis Animal Clinic | Mar 15, 2023 | Blog
Springtime Pet Emergencies and How To Prepare As the days brighten and become warmer, pets spend more time outdoors, which increases your pet’s risk for potential hazards. Keep your four-legged friend safe by staying aware of common springtime pet emergencies. ...
