Education · New patients
First Vet Visit for a Puppy or Kitten: Checklist
What to bring and what happens at your puppy's or kitten's first vet visit, plus questions to ask. A checklist for new Northern Kentucky pet owners.
Kristi Baker3 min readPet health resources
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Education · Dog care
Why Is My Dog Limping? When to See a Vet
Common causes of limping in dogs, from paw injuries to arthritis, what you can check at home, and when a limp needs a vet visit.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Dog care
Why Is My Dog Coughing? Causes and Urgent Signs
Kennel cough, allergies, and heart disease can all cause coughing in dogs. Learn the common causes and the urgent signs that need a vet now.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Dog care
When Does My Dog or Cat Need a Sick-Pet Exam?
How to tell when a symptom needs a sick-pet exam, when it can wait, and when it's an emergency. Clear guidance for Northern Kentucky pet owners.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Dog care
Vomiting and Diarrhea in Dogs and Cats: When to Call the Vet
When vomiting or diarrhea can be watched at home and when your dog or cat needs a vet. Warning signs and next steps for Northern Kentucky owners.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Wellness
Senior Pet Care: Helping Older Dogs and Cats Stay Comfortable
Signs of aging to watch for, how often senior pets need checkups, and ways to keep older dogs and cats comfortable at home in Northern Kentucky.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Dog care
Puppy Vaccines in Northern Kentucky: A First-Year Guide
When puppy shots start, how boosters work, and which vaccines your puppy needs in the first year. A guide for Fort Thomas and Independence, KY owners.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Wellness
Post-Surgery Care for Dogs and Cats at Home
How to care for your dog or cat after surgery: incision checks, cones, activity limits, pain signs, and when to call your Northern Kentucky vet.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Wellness
Preparing Your Dog or Cat for Surgery
What to do before your pet's surgery: fasting, medications, pre-op bloodwork, drop-off, and questions to ask your Northern Kentucky veterinarian.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Wellness
Pet Dental Cleaning: Why Bad Breath Matters
What bad breath can mean, how a professional pet dental cleaning works, and at-home tooth care tips for dogs and cats in Northern Kentucky.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · New patients
Microchipping Dogs and Cats: How It Works
How pet microchips work, why registration matters, and how microchipping helps lost dogs and cats get home. Answers for Northern Kentucky owners.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Cat care
Kitten Vaccines in Northern Kentucky: What New Cat Owners Should Know
Which vaccines kittens need, when boosters are due, and what to expect at each visit. Practical guidance for new cat owners in Northern Kentucky.
Kristi Baker3 min read
Education · Dog care
Itchy Skin in Dogs and Cats: Common Causes
Fleas, allergies, and infections can all cause itching. Learn the common causes of itchy skin in dogs and cats and when to book a vet visit.
Kristi Baker3 min read
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