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 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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Our pets provide us with unconditional love their entire lives. The least we can do in return is spoil—or at least support—them in their senior years. Aging pets need continued preventive care like their younger counterparts, but they often require additional medical care and accommodations at home to ensure their health and comfort. To help [...]

Our Palisades Veterinary Hospital team is committed to providing your pet with the highest level of veterinary care. All our team members are passionate lifelong learners who continuously look for ways to enhance our skills and improve your pet’s experience. Continuing education (CE) is required for veterinarians to maintain their licensure. However, a small group [...]

Dental disease affects nearly all pets by the time they reach 3 years of age and can progress to cause pain, difficulty eating, and a diminished quality of life. Most pets with painful dental conditions don’t complain, so the problem goes unnoticed. Imagine if you had a painful tooth for years before receiving treatment. You’d [...]

In the realm of veterinary care, few accolades are as esteemed as the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Practice of Excellence award. This recognition considers the most dedicated veterinary hospitals from across North America. This year, Palisades Veterinary Hospital has proudly secured its spot as one of the four finalists for this prestigious award, a [...]

Pets often find a visit to the veterinarian distressing, which is compounded if pain or injury is the reason for their visit. Unfamiliar surroundings and being handled by strangers can make veterinary patients fearful, anxious, and stressed, can have lasting negative impacts on their physical and mental wellbeing, and can make future veterinary visits more [...]