Pet Care

The rewards of having a pet and endless. Every person will define it differently, but the feelings are generally the same… They love their pets and want what is best for them.

Pet Care is not a simple one size fits all. All information you receive you should use as a resource. Then assess the information and apply what works for best for your pet and you.

Choose your resources of information wisely. Verify that they have the credintials to be advising you on pet care. For example, many people listen fervently to their breeders. In many cases, the breeder is not licensed in any way within the veterinary field. The scope of their knowledge is trial and error. This has led to false and misleading information to these new pet owners.

Remember good pet care will lead to a long happy & healthy life for your pet.

Pet Care Articles

Routine Check Ups

Pets should have check ups twice a year or every 6 months because their bodies age at such a faster rate than people.
Puppy Care

Puppies are exciting and offer lots of undivided love to you. Be prepared for what your puppy will also bring you…Veterinary costs, food costs, pet supplie costs, and behavior training costs.
Parker Road Recommended Puppy Vaccine Schedule

Puppies should start vaccines at 6-8 weeks of age or when they are weaned from nursing. When they stop nursing they are getting no antibodies from their mother. They should have a series of 4 visits total and each visit should be….
Play takes training, too!

Puppies and dogs need to exercise and play to have contact and interaction with both people and other dogs. They should be taught to play with toys only and should learn that human hands, feet or any other body part are not toys. If your pet….
Relationships- Good Communication builds good relationships

Just as between people, good relationships between dogs and their owners are based on good communication.

Dogs communicate between themselves by means of body signals. It is only natural, then, that they will use the same method to….
Social skills aren’t just for humans!

One of the most important lessons your puppy or dog should learn is that he/she must sit before interacting with you or any other human. You can easily teach a puppy or even a mature dog to sit. Dogs learn at any age, as long as….
Unwanted behavior should be ignored…

Dogs, just like humans, are social animals and need interaction with others, so withholding your attention is a very effective passive punishment. For example, if your dog jumps up on you, cross your arms, turn your head away and remain….
Parasites

The Gulf Coast and specifically our Houston area, is one of the mose endemic areas for parasites (already found in large percentage of population) . This includes external parasites such as fleas, ticks, mosquitos or internal parasites such as heartworms, hookworms, & roundworms. Many of the intestinal parasites are zoonotic (can be transmitted from pets Continue Reading
Obesity

This is growing within our pet population just about as fast as it has in people.
New Pet Checklist

New pets have needs and it is up to you now.
Kitten Care

ind articles and checklists on how to care for your new kitten. Parker Road Recommended Kitten Vaccine Schedule Kittens should start vaccines at 6-8 weeks of age or when they are weaned from nursing. When they stop nursing they are getting no antibodies from their mother….. Playtime helps keep your cat healthy and happy! Make Continue Reading
Immunization Schedule

Vaccines are still needed. Although, as your pet is vaccinated, we will decrease the frequency over time. This is always based on your pets age and environment.
Fleas

Fleas are more than just an annoiance. They cause serious illness and disease.
Ear Infections

According to the Veterinary Pet Insurance 2008 claims results, the number 1 “sick” dog visit to the veterinarian is because of ear infections.
Diseases and Conditions

Many diseases and conditions may present with the same symptoms. It is very important to the veterinarian and based on a thorough exam and proper diagnostic testing a proper diagnosis can be made.
Dental Care

Imagine what would happen if you did not care for your teeth…… The same holds true for our pets. Periodontal disease is the most common disease in dogs and cats. About 85% of pets suffer from some form of dental disease. Chronic infections can spread to the heart , liver , lungs , & Continue Reading
Common Questions

Check the list of common questions and see if we have answered. If not, please email us your specific question.
Arthritis

Osteoarthritis tends to be age and size related, however even cats will develop arthritis.
Allergies

Yes, pets have allergies too. Dogs generally show symptoms of allergies through skin, ear, and digestive disorders. Cats generally show symptoms of allergies through skin, lungs, and digestive disorders.