Blog at Niles AH
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Feb 19 2015
The 10 Most Searched Questions About Dogs
The 10 Most Searched Questions About Dogs From DVM 360 Magazine The 10 most-searched questions about dogs We know you’ve “Googled” when it comes to your pet. In fact, Google released the 10 most-searched questions pet owners asked about their dogs last year. So, instead of leaving the answers to a Google algorithm, here are some veterinary experts to answer your queries so you can get to the bottom of questions like, “Why are dogs’ noses wet?” Google is a great tool, but if you ever have a question regarding your pet, never hesitate to contact us. We’re here to…
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Feb 14 2015
Prevention Better Than Cure for Canine Leptospirosis
Prevention better than cure for canine leptospirosis By Dr. Ruth MacPete, DVM Introduction Leptospirosis can be an expensive disease to treat with a moderately high mortality rate, yet it is often not included in the differential diagnosis when veterinarians are presented with a dog with sudden onset of fever, depression, vomiting, diarrhea, or respiratory distress. These clinical signs are not pathognomonic and suggest many more common conditions, such as gastrointestinal upset due to other bacterial infections, parasites, dietary changes, and toxins. Therefore, leptospirosis is often underdiagnosed. By the time some veterinarians decide to do a diagnostic test for leptospirosis, the…
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Jan 15 2015
Dr. Sakas Back on National Radio
Dr. Sakas will be back on the radio again. Dr. Sakas will be on the nationally broadcast radio show, “On Call” hosted by Wendy Wiese, on Relevant Radio, Tuesday, January 20th from 1-2 PM CST. It can be heard on 950 AM, 930 AM, 1270 AM or accessed through your computer at www.relevantradio.com and listened to online. It is a call in show and Dr. Sakas had been a regular guest on the show in the past. Their phone number for call ins is 1-877-766-3777. Future dates are being set up….all between 1-2 CST. We will keep providing updates. If…
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Jan 06 2015
Protecting Your Pet in Cold Weather
Protecting Your Pet in Cold Weather An article Dr. Sakas had written, providing tips to help protect your pets in cold weather. Very topical right now as the cold weather has descending upon us! Cold Weather Protection Most people believe since dogs and cats have a coat of fur they can tolerate winter cold very well and that they also possess the necessary instincts to protect themselves from the cold. Unfortunately these beliefs are not true. Dogs and cats are subject to the scourges of cold, wind and snow/rain during the winter as we are. Their haircoat does serve as…
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Jan 06 2015
Petco Pulls Chinese Treats Amid Fears They Sickened Pets
Petco Pulls Chinese Treats Amid Fears They Sickened Pets | By SUE MANNING Posted: 01/05/2015 11:00 pm EST Updated: 01/05/2015 11:59 pm EST LOS ANGELES (AP) — Petco said Monday it has removed all remaining Chinese-made dog and cat treats from its website and stores nationwide because of concerns they have sickened thousands of pets and killed 1,000 dogs in the U.S. since 2007. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says initial tests have not connected the Chinese jerky and rawhide treats to the illnesses, but the San Diego-based company and its rival PetSmart vowed in May to ban the snacks. Petco is…
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Dec 16 2014
Getting a Pet Might Improve Your Health
Getting a dog? A pet might improve your health. By Christie Aschwanden December 15With final exams bearing down on them this month, nearly 1,000 students at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond turned out for “Paws for Stress” — a chance to pet and play with therapy dogs. Pets were once considered a leisure interest, one best kept at home. But there’s a growing recognition that in addition to companionship, animals may offer humans a tangible health boost. VCU is just one of many colleges making therapy dogs available to students to help them cope with the stresses of finals, says…
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Dec 11 2014
Flying with Pets: How to Ensure Safe Passage
Flying with pets: How to ensure safe passage Bill McGee, Special for USA TODAY3:34 p.m. EST December 10, 2014 (Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto) 439CONNECT 100TWEET 25LINKEDIN 1COMMENTEMAILMORE With the holiday travel season in full swing, it’s a good time to consider expert advice on how best to manage your itinerary. After all, Thanksgiving through New Year’s spans some of the busiest days of the year for commercial flying in the United States. But for those whose family includes furry members, it’s also a good time to consider whether four-legged loved ones should fly at all. It’s an issue that has been back in the…
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Dec 09 2014
Holiday Gift Giving for Your Pets
Do not forget your pets during the holiday gift giving! Some ideas for pet gifts. Shop Holiday: A few gifts for your favorite pet December 8, 2014 12:00 AM By Adrian McCoy / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette We’ll spend more than $58 billion this year on our pets, according to the American Pet Products Association. Here are some gifts for them that won’t break your piggy bank: If cats could talk, they’d tell you that meals taste best straight out of the cat food can. The Luxury Cat Dish from toy and novelty retailer Archie McPhee holds everything from kibble to caviar….
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Nov 30 2014
Acupuncture at Niles Animal Hospital
We are now pleased to offer acupuncture services for our patients. Dr. Kalivoda has gone through an extensive and detailed training program in order to perform scientifically based acupuncture procedures, earning certification as an accredited veterinary acupuncturist. We are proud of what she has accomplished and excited to be able to provide another means of treatment for our patients. Call the hospital if you are interested or have any questions. We would be glad to set up an appointment with Dr. Kalivoda for an initial evaluation to determine if acupuncture would be helpful for your pet. (847-647-9325) Here is some…
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Nov 17 2014
Do You Need Pet Insurance?
We are seeing more and more pets with insurance……is it the right choice for your pets? Some information from the American Veterinary Medical Association. Do you need pet insurance? As veterinary medicine becomes more technologically advanced, the cost of care increases because of the higher costs associated with the equipment, facilities and training required to provide these higher-quality services. For some, the cost of care can cause some anxiety. Pet insurance can help by offsetting some or most of the costs of diagnosing, treating and managing your pet’s illness or injury. But pet insurance isn’t for everyone, and there’s no…