Our Union location has reopened on Sundays, with extended hours for Emergency and General Practice, now 7 days a week, 7am to Midnight.
If you have lived through any natural disaster, you know that every second counts when evacuating or sheltering in place. Each disaster, whether it be a hurricane, flooding, or fire, has its own manner of getting to safety. When it comes to the unexpected and your pets, they require different things than your family might, [...]
Our pets are family, and so when they are sick or injured unexpectedly, it can be very upsetting. Sometimes you may not be sure it’s an emergency, but often it’s clear that your pet is in trouble. Trouble breathing, excessive vomiting or diarrhea, or any kind of trauma are all reasons to act fast. But [...]
It can be scary when your pet is sick or hurt. As pet parents, you want to do what’s best for them at that moment – but how can you tell the difference between something that can wait and something that needs urgent attention? You might think that it’s always better to err on the [...]
Summer is prime time for BBQs, picnics, and neighborhood parties. Most of the treats are for the humans in attendance, but some pets can’t resist getting a taste of the refreshments. The problem, of course, is that many of our favorite summertime foods are harmful or even toxic to pets. Here are some to keep [...]
When it comes to cats, it’s not always easy to figure out what’s wrong. Sometimes symptoms are obvious, like vomiting or a bleeding wound. Other times, simple changes in behavior, like hiding or seeking more attention, may be the only indication that your pet is in pain. Let’s learn more about what might be troubling [...]
We know that visiting us these days isn’t the same. We’ve had to transition our routine and emergency appointments to curbside care, which minimizes the risk for you and our team, but also limits our time connecting with you over our shared passion: your pets. Despite the challenges, our team has been working tirelessly to [...]
When it comes to health conditions that all dog owners need to know about, bloat is high on the list. Bloat, also known as gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV), is a rapidly progressive life-threatening condition most often seen in big, deep-chested dogs, although any dog can be affected. The condition is commonly associated with large meals [...]
The holidays are a festive, joyous time for both people and their pets. The bright lights, festive decorations, good food, and holiday spirit are intoxicating – and it is easy to get caught up in all the merriment. Even if you are having a cozy celebration with your immediate family this year, you still need [...]
As we are in the midst of the holiday season, bring on the baked goods and treats! With tempting offers of goodies greeting us in every store and online promotion, it's no coincidence that many homes are fully stocked with cookies, nuts, and candy — especially chocolate. While we humans can indulge in our favorite [...]
This year has been a whirlwind, and it's hard to believe that fall — and the holiday season — are upon us! If your pet needs care during the week of Thanksgiving, please note that our Westfield location will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, but our Union location will be open 7 am – 11 [...]