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Pre-Visit Pharmaceuticals – Helping Your Pet Feel Calm at the Vet
A visit to the vet can be stressful for some pets. Even a simple check-up or vaccination can cause fear, anxiety or stress (FAS). This can make the experience harder for both you and your pet. At The Village Vet, we want every visit to be as calm and...
Pre-Visit Pharmaceuticals – Helping Your Pet Feel Calm at the Vet
A visit to the vet can be stressful for some pets. Even a simple check-up or vaccination can cause fear, anxiety or stress (FAS). This can make the experience harder for both you and your pet. At The Village Vet, we want every visit to be...
Why Dental X-rays for Dogs Matter: Ntombi’s Hidden Jaw Cyst
Dental x-rays for dogs are a vital part of preventive care. Ntombi’s story is a perfect example of why. This sweet 8 year old Boxer came in for a routine dental scale and polish. On the surface, everything looked fine. But beneath her gums, a...
Promoting a Fear Free Veterinary Experience at The Village Vet
The World Health Organization defines health as: “A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” At The Village Vet, we believe this definition applies just as much to animals as...
How to Prepare Your Pet for a Stress-Free Vet Visit
For many pets, a trip to the vet can be a positive, even exciting experience. But for others, it can cause Fear, Anxiety and Stress — also known as FAS. At The Village Vet, we’re committed to helping every pet feel safe and supported, and...
Buddy’s Rhinoscopy Journey: How Pet Insurance Helped Save the Day
One of our beloved patients, Buddy, recently came to The Village Vet with a frustrating and persistent problem: chronic sneezing. His dedicated family had tried all the usual things, but the sneezing just wouldn’t stop. Thanks to their pet...
Tooth Resorption in Cats: Oreo’s Dental Journey
Meet Oreo, a charming black and white cat who recently visited The Village Vet for a dental procedure. During his routine check-up, our veterinary team, led by Dr. Giné Torre, noticed heavy tartar buildup and signs of dental disease. Oreo...
Cassie’s Story: Treating Toe Melanoma in Dogs with Surgery and Vaccine Therapy
A happy story for Sweet Cassie Learn how early detection, expert care, and a lot of love helped her beat toe melanoma and get back on her paws. When Cassie visited The Village Vet with a sore toe, her owners never imagined it would lead to a...
Cat Anxiety: Common Signs and How to Manage It
Is your cat stressed, anxious, or hiding more than usual? Anxiety in cats is more common than many pet owners realize. Unlike dogs, who often show stress more overtly, cats can be masters of disguise when it comes to their emotions. However,...
Femoral Head Necrosis in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What Is Femoral Head Necrosis? Femoral Head Necrosis, also known as avascular necrosis of the femoral head, is a condition that affects the hip joint in cats. It occurs when the blood supply to the femoral head (the ball-shaped top of the thigh...
