Fact or Fiction- Flea and Tick Edition!
By: Dr. Katie Proia We all love snuggling on the couch with our furry family members, but what happens when your big ball of fluff rolls over for a belly rub, only to reveal a tiny little tag-a-long scurrying across Fluffy’s “sweet spot”? Unfortunately, fleas and ticks are a year-round problem here in the DMV, […]
Around the Corner: Spring Flowers and the Pest Who Transmits Lyme Disease
By: Dr. Rebecca Amster The days are getting longer, the sun is shining brighter, and the temperature is rising – spring is around the corner! Spring means many things I love. My dog and I can start taking longer walks more comfortably outside. He has all the spring smells to stick his nose in and […]
Heartworm Disease in Dogs and Cats
Here at Fairfax Animal Hospital,one of our major pet health concerns is HEARTWORM DISEASE. But what IS HEARTWORM DISEASE? Where does it come from? Is my dog or cat at risk of developing this disease? These are all very important questions and involve a key aspect of your pet’s preventative care plan!Here at Fairfax Animal […]
Flea Control in Dogs
My dog always seems to have fleas. What can I do? Successful flea control involves both eliminating fleas from your dog and controlling fleas in your environment. Dogs and cats share the same fleas, and fleas can travel from one animal to another. Thus, it is important that all pets in your home are on […]
Flea Control in Cats
Where did my cat get fleas? The most common flea found on cats and dogs is the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis), although any species of fleas, including fleas from rabbits, squirrels or other wildlife, can be found on cats. “Under ideal conditions, the flea can complete its entire life cycle in as little as two […]
Understanding Parasites and Preventable Illnesses this Spring Season
Spring is rolling-in and that means more time outside and more dangers to your pets. If you haven’t scheduled your pet’s routine examination, schedule to see our veterinarians in our Falls Church location to ensure your pet is being properly protected from serious diseases, such as Lyme disease, heartworms, and parasite carried illnesses. More about […]