To Panic or Not to Panic? Emergency Versus Urgent Care

Deciding whether your pet needs emergency care or just an urgent checkup can be confusing. Pet owners are often unsure about the right course of action, so our Palisades Veterinary Hospital team is here to help you navigate those tricky moments. After all, emergencies happen when we least expect them. Knowing what to do and [...]

Beating the Heat: A Tale of Two Pets and Pet Safety

Summer, with its long, sunny days perfect for outdoor adventures, finally arrived. However, the rising temperatures also brought challenges for two furry friends. This is a tale of Sunny, a spirited golden retriever, and Stormy, his cautious feline friend, who embarked on a journey that taught them—and underscored to their human, Olivia—the importance of heat [...]

A Guide to Competitive Sports for Dogs

A daily walk with your dog is great, but many talented canines have boundless energy and intelligence waiting to be tapped. If your pup could use a mental and physical challenge, consider the many competitive sports for dogs. Competitive canine sports provide physical fitness, mental stimulation, bonding opportunities, and more. Our team at Palisades Veterinary [...]

Clearing the Air: Pet Allergy FAQs

Although beautiful, springtime can bring misery to allergy sufferers. Pets can also suffer from allergies, some only during spring, and some year-round. Understanding how allergies affect pets can help you learn to manage this sometimes frustrating condition. The Palisades Veterinary Hospital team shares answers to our most frequently encountered pet owner questions about allergies in [...]

Food Fallacies: Debunking Common Pet Nutrition Myths

You want what's best for your pet, including their diet. However, pet nutrition marketing isn't immune to misconceptions that can confuse you about the food that is most nutritious for your furry friend. To help you make an informed decision about your pet's diet, our Palisades Veterinary Hospital team debunks common pet nutrition myths, providing [...]

Keep An Eye Out for 7 Common Pet Eye Diseases

Cats and dogs can experience a multitude of ocular issues that, left untreated, can cause significant pain and potential blindness. We explain some of the most common eye conditions, so you know what to keep an eye out for in your furry pal. #1: Conjunctivitis in pets Conjunctivitis (i.e., pink eye) is a prevalent eye [...]

Resorptive Lesions in Cats

Resorptive disease is a painful dental condition that is common among cats. Resorptive lesions (RLs) affect up to 40% of adult cats, but many pet owners are unaware of the signs. Feline resorptive lesions (i.e., feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions ([FORLs]) gradually break down an affected tooth and its supporting structure, leading to discomfort and potential [...]

Tips for a Stress-Free Veterinary Visit

Veterinary visits can be a source of anxiety for both pets and owners. From the moment the carrier comes out, many pets are on high alert and may try to do a disappearing act. However, with careful planning and positive reinforcement, you can transform these experiences into stress-free moments rather than wrestling matches. Follow our [...]

The Role of Normal Screening Results in Your Pet’s Wellness Care

When your reminder arrives about your pet’s annual wellness visit, do you feel tempted to skip it? After all, your pet appears perfectly healthy and nothing has changed since last year. But, while putting off wellness care may not seem like a big deal, screening tests and other preventive care measures are critical for your [...]

Recognize Your Cat’s Hidden Arthritis Pain

Cats instinctively hide illness and pain signs, and many cat owners are often surprised to learn their cat is suffering from arthritis. However, feline arthritis is much more common than you think. This painful and degenerative joint condition decreases cats’ quality of life, but by learning how to identify and manage this disease, you can [...]

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