Dog Training Tips

January is national “Train Your Dog Month” so we wanted to offer some dog training tips to share with you and help you get inspired to get learning with your pup!  When? Some of the first questions people tend to have with training is “When should I start?” and “Is it too late?”. The answers […]

Tips for a Smooth Thanksgiving with Pets

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Thanksgiving can be a whirlwind. There’s so many things to think about, especially if you’re hosting. Our pets can get lost in the shuffle and on Thanksgiving that could pose some serious risks.  There are many thanksgiving foods that our furry friends (bot dogs and cats) think would be delicious and family or friends, especially […]

Life with a Diabetic Dog

This is not a sad story. You’ve never met my dog Edie, but here are some things to know about her. She is a Yorkie/ Brussels Griffon mix. She snorts when she’s happy. She loves to cuddle. She is sassy and vocal when she wants something. She trots with pride after she gets groomed because […]

5 Ways to Pay for Pet Medical Expenses

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We won’t lie about it. Veterinary expenses can be expensive, but it’s for good reason. Just as in human medicine, a huge team is involved with caring for your pet and we have to employ all of them. We strive to have the technology to care for pets in a wide array of situations. This […]

Senior Cat Tips

Cats are generally low maintenance pets, but as they get older there are more things to think about to help them live their best life. When is a cat considered senior?  Cats age 11-14 are considered senior. At age 14+, a cat is considered geriatric and is equivalent to a human 76-100 years old!  Why […]

Puppy House Training Tips

So you’re gave in to those sweet, adorable puppy eyes! Puppies can be irresistibly cute, but also infuriatingly stubborn…in other words; high highs and low lows. It’s important to begin training your new pup as soon as possible. One of the first things you’ll want to work with them on is house training.  House training […]

Pumpkin Dog Treats

Fall is here and we’re embracing it at JAH. You’ve got your beloved PSL, you’ve got your pumpkin patches, your fall scented candles, your sweaters, but wait!! Are you just going to leave your pup out of all of this?! It may not be a PSL, but your furry friend will love these 3 ingredient […]

When is it Time to Say Goodbye: End of Life Pet Care

The bond between humans and pets is a special thing. It’s different from the way we feel connected to family and friends, but the connection is strong nevertheless.  So as the family dog or cat ages, we feel torn when trying to make end of life decisions. We don’t want to say goodbye too soon, […]

The Lowdown On Pet Behavior with Brittany Thomas

Brittany Thomas is the owner and founder of Companion Pet Behavior Solutions, a full-time facility in Louisville, KY that specializes in feline and canine disorders and training. Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself A: I am a licensed veterinary technician, a Fear Free Elite Certified Professional, Low-Stress Handling Certified Silver, a certified animal […]

Is My Pet having an Emergency?

Identifying whether your pet needs emergency care can be a stressful and scary call. There are times when clients come in to our hospital in the middle of the night and their cat would have been fine if they waited until the morning, but there have also been times a client brought in a pup […]

What is Pet Insurance All About?

with PetFirst Pet Insurance Health insurance, car insurance, homeowner’s insurance, travel insurance…  but what about pet insurance? If you have a pet but don’t have pet insurance, don’t worry, you are not alone. While about 68% of U.S. households own a pet, only about 2% of pets have pet insurance.  There are lots of questions […]

Why Your Pet Needs I.D.

No one anticipates losing their pet, but you should always be prepared in case it does happen. Having a fenced in backyard is not reason enough to skimp in pet identification. Accidents happen and a gate could be left open or your pet could be an escape artist! “The only published research study on lost […]