Heat Stroke in Pets | Symptoms & Solutions
Excessive heat can be very dangerous for our pets. Being aware of the dangers and understanding the signs of heat stroke can help save your pets’ life. Unlike humans, normal body temperature for a cat or dog can be between 101 to 102 degrees Fahrenheit. Although it’s normal for your pet’s body temperature to fluctuate […]
How Do I Give My Large Dog Eye Ointment?
Depending on the size of your dog, there are different techniques that you can use in order to help your pet with eye medications and/or ointments. Smaller dogs tend to be easier because you can hold them in your lap. However, if you own a large dog you may be wondering ‘how do I give […]
Houseplants That Are Toxic for Dogs and Cats
When spring is in the air, we all tend to get a little itch (pun intended) to do some gardening. One very popular hobby right now that is trending is the houseplant hobby. The boom in this industry in unknown but could be due to various reasons such as mental and physical wellness, the need […]
What is TPLO Surgery in Dogs?
It’s quiet in the Operating Room as Dr. Bone concentrates on surgery. I can hear the beeps of the anesthesia workstation as the anesthetist checks both the machine and the patient throughout surgery. The room is chilly and the sun shines through the high windows of the room. Dr. Bone is performing a TPLO surgery […]
What is Corneoconjunctival Transposition? | IndyVet
IndyVet is an emergency animal hospital located on the south side of Indianapolis. The hospital houses an emergency department along with eight specialty departments including Oncology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Rehabilitation, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Anesthesia and Critical Care. In addition to our emergency and specialty departments, we also have our own Blood Donation Center and Urgent Care […]
How to Trim Cat Nails | IndyVet Emergency Hospital
As cat owners, probably one of the most dreaded parts is knowing how to trim cat nails without causing a full on feline meltdown. It can be a very stressful process for both you and your cat. Here at IndyVet, we want to help alleviate the stress of trimming your cat’s nails by showing you […]
Why is the Wait So Long | Emergency Veterinary Hospitals
IndyVet Emergency and Specialty Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to provide emergency and critical care to pets. This 30,000 square foot facility houses an emergency department and eight specialty departments including Critical Care, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Surgery, Rehabilitation, Neurology, Anesthesia, and Internal Medicine. With over 100 people on staff, you […]
How to Give Your Pet Oral Medication | Tutorial | IndyVet
We understand that not everyone understands the best ways to give medication to your pet. Sometimes they are squirmy and worked up over having to eat something that they may not necessarily want to eat. But, we will all want the best for our furry family members. Here are the best tips and tricks on […]
How to Give Eye Ointment To Your Pet | IndyVet | Ophthalmology
Whether you’re a seasoned pet owner or new to the game, taking care of your pet can come with many challenges. As pet owners, a trip to your veterinarian isn’t uncommon. Our pets have accidents and illnesses just like humans do. Sometimes after a trip to your vet, you may end up with medications or […]
Keeping Your Pet Safe During the Winter
Winter is upon us and so are those freezing temperatures. A lot of the times we think that our pets are safe outside in the winter because of their permanent fur coats and that most of them enjoy being outside, but there are quite a few things that you need to consider in order to […]