Every pet is special, and specially abled pets are more so. A specially abled pet may have suffered an injury, birth defect, or disease that led to reduced—or a total loss of—vision, hearing, or mobility. Animals are amazingly resilient, and—with their family’s physical and emotional support—a specially abled pet can enjoy a long, happy [...]
If your holiday spirit needs a spark, rev up your holly jolly by watching these dachshunds opening presents. (See you back here in about two minutes!) Now that you are inspired, start making your pet’s holiday gift list. Your four-legged pal is likely your favorite family member for whom to shop because they love every [...]
Cancer—senior pets’ leading cause of death—is common, and approximately half of all dogs and cats are diagnosed with this disease during their lifetime. Suspecting your pet has cancer or receiving an affirmative diagnosis can feel devastating, but diagnostic testing advances enable your veterinarian to detect many cancers at their earliest—most treatable—stages. Our Star of Texas [...]
Set out the fancy china, and pull on your stretchiest pants—Thanksgiving dinner will be here in the blink of an eye. As you prepare to celebrate with family, friends, and—far too much—food, consider your four-legged vacuum who will be slinking under your festive table, hoping to gobble up a tasty morsel during your holiday feast. [...]
As your pet ages, they experience many changes—graying hair, reduced vision and hearing, decreased stamina, and an increased susceptibility for health problems. While you expect the aging process to cause your senior pet to experience health changes, you will likely have to accommodate their shifting abilities and increase their veterinary care. Aging is a slow [...]
Is your cat urinating outside their litter box? They could be suffering from feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). FLUTD is a general term used to describe conditions affecting the cat’s bladder and urethra. Unfortunately, many cats are affected; however Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital is here for you and your cat should they develop [...]
Scary movies, haunted houses, and frightening costumes make Halloween entertaining, but this thrilling season may put your pet in danger. Read on for our Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital team’s tips to protect your four-legged friend from horrifying Halloween hazards. #1: Microchip your pet If your pet is overwhelmed by a Halloween gathering or frightened [...]
The best way to protect your pet from serious health complications is to schedule regular wellness screenings, which not only help keep your pet healthy and happy, but also can prolong your pet’s life. Our Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital team wants to explain how regular wellness screenings safeguard your pet. #1: Wellness screening weight [...]
When your pet’s Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital veterinarian recommends blood work, that may sound like a good idea. But a few days later, as you stare at a paper or screen full of acronyms, numbers, bars, and charts, you no doubt are left wondering what they all mean. What is blood work really good [...]
As an indoor cat, your life can get pretty boring. You spend your days chasing sunbeams and then curling up for your hours-long naps, eat the same old kibble that continuously fills your bowl, and wait for your owner to come home so you can pounce on their unsuspecting feet. These same activities day after [...]
