Pet Health & Wellness
Meatless Meat Eaters: Is it Healthy for Dogs to Go Vegan?
Food is a touchy subject for many people, and decisions about what to eat can be deeply personal. The choice to go vegan is no exception. The popularity of this diet has skyrocketed in recent years, with various celebrities, scientists, and food experts promoting it as the ideal option. Proponents of veganism generally cite a…
Read MoreThe Future of Care: Stem Cell Therapy in Pets
Veterinary medicine is growing and evolving all the time. At Schertz Animal Hospital, we’re proud to be on the forefront of the ever changing face of our profession. Stem cell therapy in pets is a newer therapy that’s offering unprecedented options for our patients. Keep reading to learn more about this treatment modality and how…
Read MoreIs Cat Health Related to Cat Happiness? Absolutely!
For people, the link between health and happiness is sacrosanct. That is, in order to be truly happy, we have to be healthy – and vice versa. The same is absolutely true for cats. Indeed, for them to be at their healthiest, attention to emotional wellbeing is critical. Likewise, to be considered “happy,” they need…
Read MoreWhat’s in a Name? Understanding Pet Food Labels
Trends in food and diet will never end, even among pet foods. From expensive grain-free products to organic labels, it can be quite difficult to understand what your pet needs and why. And don’t even try reading the ingredients list! That’s a lot of cryptic stuff, right? However, there is method to the madness of…
Read MoreAll About Senior Pet Health
There’s something special about an older pet. You’ve probably been together for years, and the bond is deeper than ever. It may be hard to realize that your pet is getting older, but the experience of caring for them as they age can be deeply rewarding and enriching for both of you. At Schertz Animal…
Read MorePets in Dorms? It’s a Thing!
For those about to enter the world of higher education, it can be difficult to choose between schools. One would want to consider geographic location, proximity to family and friends, and academic specialties, among others. For some, however, making this decision is easy when considering a campus that not only allows, but welcomes, pets in…
Read MoreKeep Calm and Carry On: Treating and Living with Pet Cancer
Hearing that your pet has cancer is a pet parent’s worst nightmare, and one that becomes increasingly more likely as a pet ages. Pets, especially dogs, get cancer at roughly the same rate as humans, and over half of pets above the age of 10 will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point. The first…
Read MoreWhat Can You Expect After Spaying or Neutering Your Dog?
There are numerous benefits to spaying and neutering animals. While reducing unwanted litters, controlling the pet population, and minimizing health risks definitely top the list, many owners are equally concerned with behavior. Will your dog’s behavior change after spaying or neutering them? This is a common concern, but the good news is that any change…
Read MoreHow do New Pet Owners Figure it Out? Trial, Error, and a Few Tips From Us!
Adjusting to life as a new pet owner can be full of challenges. But at least there’s an adorable, loving, playful pet willing to endure the work with you, making all their little foibles more tolerable. No two pets or owners are alike. However, every unique pair can benefit from some tried and true methods.…
Read MorePeople and Their Pets Go Green Together
We’ve heard about electric rechargeable cars, solar panels, and tiny houses that reduce carbon footprints, but is there more we could be doing to help our planet? As pet owners, it’s an important question to consider. If we can make simple changes to our perspectives and lifestyles in order to benefit Earth, can pets go…
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