What All Pet Owners Should Know About Poison Prevention

Over the years, we have found that the best way to keep pets safe is to educate pet owners on substances they may not realize are harmful for their pets. To help keep your pets safe, please review the following information to ensure your pet’s safety.   1. Human and Pet Medications Medications (both over-the-counter and prescription) make up 37% …

Commit to Your Pet’s Health This Year with Preventative Care

2021 is here, and we are looking forward to a brighter and more cheerful year. This is our 25th year serving pets and their families in the Stillwater area. We encourage pet parents to partner with us to provide each and every pet outstanding preventative care. We will take care of the veterinary side of things, and we hope these …

Make Walking Your Pet A Commitment

Why Commit to Walking Your Dog and Playing with Your Cat? Obesity is a nationwide problem for American pets. Over 55% of dogs are obese or overweight and more than 60% of cats are carrying around excess weight. What is the harm in a little extra weight? Excess fat shortens a pet’s life. And those pets don’t get the opportunity …

4 Special Needs of Feline Friends That You Need to Know

1.  Don’t Let Your Kitty Become a Fat Cat Cats can be prone to weight gain. Excess weight can take a long-term toll on your cat’s health. From increased risk for cancer, diabetes, joint issues, and dermatological problems to trouble enjoying play and fun, excess pounds will weigh your cat down. While overfeeding and lack of exercise are often the …

Why Feline Veterinary Visits Are Crucial

Cats need and deserve the same level of veterinary care as other animals, yet they are less likely to receive it. Cats seem strong, independent, and like they can take on the world. But the reality is, even the toughest cats need preventative care and regular exams in order to live their best and healthiest lives. Why Do Many Cat …

Don’t Let Your Pet Get Burned by the Summer Heat

Sunshine, butterflies, and flower blooms: summer is here! With all the beauty that comes with summer here in Stillwater, there are also the dangers of rising temperatures. Whether you’re strolling in our beautiful parks with your dog or patrolling your backyard with your cat, there are some precautions you can take to help keep them pawsitively safe. 1. Pause for …

Is Your Pet Itchy? 5 Reasons Why Your Pet Can’t Stop Scratching

It starts with the jingle of a collar and ID tag, then you notice your pet is itching all the time. Soon your dog’s whimpering because they’ve scratched themself raw or your cat’s developed scabs around their ears. Many pet parents try to tackle excessive itching on their own with oatmeal baths, anti-itch sprays, ear wipes, and flea collars. It’s …

Microchipping is a Must: 9 Facts About Lost Pets You Can’t Ignore

August 15th is National Check the Chip Day! If your pet has a microchip, pat yourself on the back, but continue reading for important information below. When a pet goes missing, it can turn your world upside down. That’s why it’s important to have your pets microchipped and keep their chip up-to-date with your current contact information. If your pet …

Laser Therapy at Rivertown Animal Hospital

Pain Management and the Use of Cold Laser Therapy

We all have an idea about what pain is, but can you recognize it in your pet?  If pain is diagnosed by your veterinarian what is the best way to deal with it? Most people are not very good at recognizing when their pet is experiencing pain.  Cats are especially good at hiding pain.  Cats only let you know that …

Allergies Can Make Your Dog Miserable

Now that spring is here your dog may be developing a problem common to all of us; spring time allergies.  The sneezing and watery eyes that you and I may experience as a result of allergies are not common in dogs.  Instead they may start licking and chewing on their paws, get itchy ears and scratching.  Without treatment they may …