Witnessing your pet having a seizure is scary, especially if you are seeing the event for the first time. Pets have seizures because of abnormal brain activity, which may be caused by any number of conditions (e.g., electrolyte problems, metabolic abnormalities, structural brain disease or tumors, toxin exposure, or most commonly—epilepsy—which is recurrent seizure activity [...]
Adopting a new pet is an exciting but serious decision that should come only after careful consideration and the acknowledgement that pets are a lifelong commitment. When pet adoption is unplanned, impulsive, or rushed, pets needlessly suffer. Between 7% to 20% of adopted dogs and cats are returned to the shelter less than six months [...]
When we dream about sharing our lives with pets, we envision peaceful evenings snuggled on the couch or leisurely strolls in the park. However, reality may be less than idyllic, such as when you catch a whiff of cat urine while relaxing on the couch, or when you feel like an Iditorad sled being dragged [...]
The Burlington Veterinary Center team is happy to be able to welcome pet owners and their pets back inside our center. And while this gradual return to standard procedure is overdue, long wait times and other challenges will be around for the foreseeable future. During the past year, you may have been surprised that the [...]
Although sometimes you cannot imagine that anything could survive a northeast winter, life always finds a way. Unfortunately, we’re referring to fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, and intestinal parasites. These pests aren’t turned off when you turn the calendar page. Instead, they may go dormant, over-winter in your basement, or worse—find a cozy home on your pet. [...]
Senior pets hold a special place in our hearts at Burlington Veterinary Center. Sure, they may be cranky when you wake them from a nap, or curmudgeonly about certain care tasks, but they've earned the right. Dogs and cats age much faster than we do—most dogs are considered seniors by age 7, and cats reach [...]
Enrichment activities keep your pet mentally and physically engaged, which helps them in numerous ways. Enrichment helps socialize young pets by exposing them to new sights, smells, sounds, and textures. Enriched pets are also less likely to exhibit stress and anxiety. Enrichment also prevents bored pets from displaying undesirable destructive behaviors. These activities also provide [...]
Medicating your pet can be a daunting task, especially if they are not amenable to the situation. Each pet is different, and all require patience to find the best approach that will get their cooperation. Our team at Burlington Veterinary Center would like to give you advice to help ensure your pet receives the medication [...]
The back-to-school season can be a rough change for the whole household, including pets who have enjoyed a summer full of activity and company. Burlington Veterinary Center encourages you to implement a few changes long before the big first day of school, to help ensure your pet has a smooth transition to the new school [...]
If rising temperatures have you wiping sweat from your brow, your pet is feeling the heat, too. During the hot summer months, your pet is susceptible to heatstroke, a potentially life-threatening condition. Our team at Burlington Veterinary Center wants to educate you on this dangerous issue to help keep your pet cool and carefree. #1: [...]