Osteoarthritis is a progressive, degenerative condition in dogs that becomes more severe over time. Osteoarthritis can happen in your dog's back legs, front legs, or both. There's no cure for this painful condition, however, our Stroudsburg vets can provide treatments that may help manage symptoms and allow your dog to enjoy a good quality of life as they age.
Can cats get a cold? Yes! Cat colds are upper respiratory infections characterized by all the same symptoms as the human cold. If your feline friend is sneezing or has a runny nose there's a good chance they have a cat cold. Today, our Stroudsburg vets explain how you can help your cat feel better and when to seek veterinary care.
If your dog has bloody ears, it can be caused by either minor irritations or more serious medical concerns. This makes visiting the vet for an exam crucial. Here, our Stroudsburg vets talk about the causes of bloody ears in dogs and how you can help stop a dog's ear from bleeding.
While we are normally concerned with our dogs becoming overweight, as they become older senior dogs some canines start to lose weight. Here, Our Stroudsburg vets discuss weight loss in a senior dog and when you should be concerned.
As your dog gets older, their diet starts to play a much bigger role in their overall health. Our Stroudsburg vets address the best types of food that can help keep your senior dog happy and healthy.
Modern veterinary care has allowed our pets to live much longer than they ever have before, but this means that owners need to learn to care for their animals in their golden years. Here, our Stroudsburg vets share some tips on how to care for a senior cat.
You are outside taking your dog for a walk on a beautiful day, but they suddenly stop and won't move. Today, our Stroudsburg vets share some reasons why this may happen and what you can do.
Our Stroudsburg vets often see dogs in their office due to symptoms of joint pain. Although a common reason for joint pain is aging, there are effective treatments available to relieve discomfort in dogs of any age or activity level.
If your dog has a chewing and eating habit, you may be concerned about intestinal blockages. Our Stroudsburg veterinarians see this serious condition a lot. If left untreated, it can result in debilitating health problems and, in some cases, requires major surgery to save your dog's life.
If your pet is recovering from an injury or surgery or has a chronic health condition, they may benefit from pet rehabilitation and physical therapy. Today, our Stroudsburg vets explain when rehabilitation may be useful and its benefits. We also list some specific treatment and therapy options.
Barton Heights Veterinary Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Stroudsburg companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
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