Barbequing is a classic summer tradition, and one that is especially beloved here in the Lone Star State. If you have a dog, your canine friend will no doubt enjoy hanging out with you when you fire up the grill….
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Keeping Pets Calm on the 4th of July
The fourth of July can be extremely frightening for pets. San Antonio’s North Star Animal Hospital’s Dr. Youssef was featured on KENS 5’s segment on how to keep pets calm and happy during 4th of July fireworks!
How to Create an Indoor Cat Garden
Have you decided to keep your cat indoors? Good for you! Your beloved pet will be both safer and healthier living inside, where she isn’t exposed to the dangers posed by cars, predators, weather, and other hazards. You can still…
Signs That Your Dog Needs Immediate Veterinary Care
Can you tell when your dog needs veterinary care? Sometimes it can be very clear that that Fido needs to see the vet: injury, collapse, limping, or seizures, for instance, clearly warrant immediate veterinary care. However, sometimes the signs aren’t…
How to Get Rid of Pet Odors in the Home
Our dogs and cats bring us plenty of wonderful things—joy, companionship, amusement, and much more! Of course, they can also bring pesky odors. If your home is starting to smell a little too much like your animal companion, use these…
Have you heard of microchips for pets? They’re the best way to keep your animal companion properly identified throughout their life. Below, your Castle Hills, TX veterinarian goes over the basics. What’s a Microchip, Anyway? A microchip is a tiny…
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