General Care

Just like any other pet, birds need regular veterinary care to thrive. Polly will need regular examinations, so her health can be closely monitored. She may also need to come in for wing or beak trims, as well as if she is ever ill. Read on for some tips from a Covington, GA vet on taking your feathered friend to her doctor. The Ride If possible, bring your winged friend in her cage. Don’t clean … Read More »

Snakes are fascinating and beautiful pets. One great thing about them is that they don’t need a whole lot of care. They don’t eat very often, so your only daily tasks will be spot cleaning and offering fresh water. However, you will need to keep your scaled buddy’s cage clean. A local Covington, GA vet offers some tips on cleaning your snake’s cage in this article. Supplies Before getting started, gather everything you need in … Read More »

August 22nd is a day that is near and dear to our hearts: it’s Take Your Cat To The Vet Day! We love cats, and are completely dedicated to keeping them happy and healthy. And, while most of our feline pals would probably rather nap than visit us, they all look and feel better with regular veterinary care. Read on as a local Covington, GA vet discusses taking Fluffy to the vet. Fluffy’s Veterinary Care … Read More »

July 15th is Guinea Pig Appreciation Day! These little guys—also sometimes called cavies—are very cute and fun pets, and can really keep you smiling with their adorable antics. Read on as a Covington, GA vet lists some reasons Guinea pigs are awesome! They’re Adorable First of all, Guinea pigs are really very endearing. Their furry faces, charming antics, and clumsy movements are bound to put a smile on your face. They’re Gentle Guinea pigs are … Read More »

Are you considering adopting a turtle? These guys are super cute, and can be fun to watch. However, it’s important to think carefully before proceeding. Here, a Covington, GA vet lists some things to consider before adopting a turtle. Longevity Some turtles live a very, very long time. Most breeds of pet turtles can live up to 45 years, but some can live to be 100 or even more. This is definitely something to think … Read More »

Cat furniture benefits our feline pals in many ways. It offers kitties comfy napping spots, cozy hiding places, entertainment, nail care stations, and good vantage points. However, kitty furniture really is not one size fits all. There are actually quite a few things to keep in mind when you go shopping. A Conyers, GA vet offers tips on buying furniture for Fluffy below. Multiple Kitties Do you have more than one cat? Choose pieces that … Read More »

Do you have sugar gliders? These little guys make very cute pets! Just like any other animal, sugar gliders need entertainment and stimulation to stay happy. But how do you keep your pint-sized pals content and amused? A local Covington, GA vet discusses keeping sugar gliders content in this article. Toys Toys will benefit your little buddies in many ways. Offer your gliders a variety of playthings. Rope toys, balls, bells, swings, and rings are … Read More »

Just like people, cats benefit from regular exercise. However, it isn’t always easy to keep your feline pal active, especially once she has passed her adorable kitten phase. As you may have noticed, Fluffy spends the vast majority of her time sleeping. How do you get your drowsy pet to work out? In this article, a Conyers, GA vet offers some suggestions on keeping kitties active. Toys Playing is a great workout for Fluffy. Make … Read More »

Is your dog in or near his senior years? Older pooches are just as cute as puppies, and have a sweet temperament that is truly a joy. However, Fido will have slightly different needs as a senior than he did as a puppy. Here, a Covington, GA vet discusses keeping an older dog healthy. Suitable Exercise Fido will slow down as he ages. You definitely don’t want to overexert him. However, you don’t want to … Read More »

April 2nd is Ferret Day! These little furballs can make very fun and lovable pets! They are very playful, curious, and lovable, and have their own adorable way of keeping us smiling. If you have a pet ferret, why not take some time to spoil your furry buddy? A Conyers, GA vet offers some tips on how to do that below. Treats If there’s one thing all of our patients enjoy, it’s a yummy treat. … Read More »