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Dogs in general are not exactly known for their appealing aroma. They like to roll in dead things and raid the litter box, and it is only natural that they don’t always smell like roses. Bayside Animal Hospital has met our share of smelly pups, though, and we know that senior pets in particular often smell for reasons we can fix. Read on to learn what we know about helping the stinky dog smell better. 

At Bayside Animal Hospital, we understand that your pet’s oral health is critical to their overall well-being. And just like humans, pets require regular dental care to maintain their healthiest and happiest lives.

A new year signals a fresh start, and for many families, a new pet! If you’re considering adopting a pet in 2024, you’ve come to the right place. Our team has put together some helpful hints on pet adoption, new pet care, and other tips for welcoming a new pet.

From routine preventive care to providing plenty of TLC, keeping a pet happy and healthy is every pet parent’s top priority, but sometimes, pet dental health slips through the cracks. The American Veterinary Dental Association estimates that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of dental disease by the time they reach age 3, so our team at Bayside Animal Hospital is here with important tips on protecting your pet’s oral hygiene. 

The holiday season brings joy and warmth, but amid the twinkling lights and festive decor, it’s easy to overlook potential hazards to our furry companions. At Bayside Animal Hospital, we’re committed to pet safety. We want to guide you through December pet care essentials, ensuring your holiday remains merry and safe for all family members—including the four-legged ones.

If you have the time, resources, and room in your heart to adopt a pet from an animal shelter, you might feel tempted to rush out and bring home your furry friend now. But the team at Bayside Animal Hospital invites you to slow down and read our step-by-step guide to adopting a pet from a shelter.

Pet adoption is a big responsibility, after all, and rescue pets need extra TLC. Here’s what you need to know as you start on your incredible pet adoption journey: 

Fleas, ticks, and mosquitos can really bug our pets when the weather’s warm, but that doesn’t mean our pets don’t need flea and tick prevention when the mercury dips. At Bayside Animal Hospital, we believe in continuous defense when it comes to pests, and in this blog, we’ll explain why year-round flea and tick prevention is important for optimal pet health.

Diabetes is a complex disease affecting how your pet’s body uses glucose. This sugar gives the body the energy it needs to function, but it requires insulin to help it do its job. When a pet has diabetes, the insulin isn’t working as it should, which can lead to an energy starvation situation.

If left untreated, diabetes can lead to serious health problems like blindness and organ failure. So as your dog or cat gets older, it’s essential to watch for diabetes symptoms in pets. 

The team at Bayside Animal Hospital shares the top five signs to watch out for when it comes to diabetic pets. 

Routine pet preventive care is the key to helping pets live long, healthy lives, but it can be difficult for some pet parents to pay for this care in one lump sum at each appointment. This is where pet wellness plans can help. Not to be confused with pet healthcare coverage through insurance, pet wellness plans offered by veterinary practices divide the cost of routine pet preventive care into smaller monthly payments. 

At Bayside Animal Hospital, we offer pet wellness plans for each life stage to help make cost-effective pet care more accessible.

Read on for the benefits of wellness plans and tips for choosing the right plan to meet your pet’s individual needs. 

Responsible pet owners make a profound commitment to take care of their pets for life. While it may seem impossible to think about the senior years of a puppy or kitten, it’s worthwhile to pursue long-term health and wellness from their earliest months. As pets age, certain health conditions can become more prominent. We encourage owners of senior pets to maintain two wellness visits a year in order to support their pet’s changing needs, catch and treat issues early, and prevent associated problems with senior pet diseases.