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 […]
3 Reasons to Try Doggy Daycare & How to Get Started
Doggy daycare is becoming more popular as owners prefer an option other than leaving their dogs home alone. After all, we take our children to daycare, so why not take our four-legged children as well? Daycare has several benefits for dogs and can improve their quality of life, while also taking stress off you. If […]
Dog Friendly Lou
by Danielle Henson Both humans and dogs are social beings who thrive in environments with lots of interaction. At home, these interactions between us and our four-legged friends only make up a small percent of what a dog could be experiencing when taken outside and into the public. But, before you take Fido out into […]
10 Things your ER Veterinarian doesn’t want you to do
by Julee Culbreth Working in an Emergency Animal Hospital can be difficult. There are so many people who bring us their ill and injured pets who need help. That is what we are here to provide, but there are 10 basic things every pet owner can avoid so that you don’t end up in our […]
3 Ingredient DIY Cat Treats
by Tabitha Mead Being the good cat-parent that you are, you might like to be able to spice up your cat’s life and offer them some treats from time to time. However, store-bought treats often have more than twenty ingredients and your cat may not even take a second sniff at them. They’re are notorious […]
National Immunization Awareness Month
by Danielle Henson August is National Immunization Awareness Month. The goal of this month is to boost awareness of immunization for humans and pets alike! Here at Jefferson Animal Hospital, we strive to educate our clients on all of the best practices that keep their pets healthy and happy. We believe that vaccinations are a […]
Welcoming Your New Cat Home
by Tabitha Mead Cats are a great addition to the family. Whether it’s your first or fourth cat, there’s always more to learn. Cats are usually fairly low maintenance but there are still adjustments to be made to prepare for them. They’re independent, but can be loving companions! From vet appointments, things to buy, and […]
Dog Park Etiquette
Dog parks have taken off and grown exponentially in popularity in the US, including here in Louisville, Kentucky. What has been the cause of this? I think I may have a few safe guesses; dogs are increasingly being seen as part of the family, adults postponing parenthood and instead opting for pet ownership, more apartment […]
Summer Tips for Dogs
Summer is a time almost all of us look forward to. There are more people at the dog parks, restaurants open up dog-friendly patio areas, hiking is more appealing since there’s no snow on the ground, and who could forget arguably one of the “coolest” summer activities; swimming! Though summer can be a time full […]