Pocket Pets
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT November 8, 2017 Everyone loves small pets – guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, sugar gliders (if you’re into the more exotic pocket pets), but other than their size, what’s different about these pets that you need to know about? Today we’ll focus the topic to guinea pigs, but your veterinarian […]
Halloween & Your Pets
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT October 11, 2017 In a few weeks, Trick-or-treaters will be knocking at your door. It’s a great time of year and it can be enjoyable to let our furry friends in on the fun too. But between the costumes, candy and the holiday, it can be a little dangerous […]
Common Illnesses In Cats
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT September 6, 2017 Last month, we talked about canine influenza and how to recognize it, but cats are just as prone to getting sick as dogs, and the canine flu virus (H3N2) CAN also affect cats, giving them upper respiratory symptoms – runny eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and possible […]
Dog Flu Cases In Indiana
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT August 24, 2017 Dog flu cases have been popping up around Indiana recently, it’s a highly contagious virus and unfortunately, not that uncommon. We love our pets and want to do our best to protect and take proper care of them, so that means learning how to recognize when […]
Top Mistakes Pet Owners Make
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT August 4, 2017 When it comes to our pets, we do our best to give them everything they need. They’re a part of our family, and as such, we want what’s best for them, but are we really providing our pets the best care possible? Today we’ll examine the […]
The 19th Annual Pet Carnival
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT July 12, 2017 Humans and human’s best friends are invited to join IndyVet Emergency & Specialty Hospital at their 19th annual free Pet Carnival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 15 right outside of the facility near Beech Grove, on Indy’s southeast side. Attendees can browse over […]
Canine Competitions
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT June 6, 2017 It’s important to keep your dog active as part of a healthy lifestyle. You can certainly walk your dog or run with your them, but there are also all kinds of other activities and competitions that you can get your dog into to help them stay […]
Aging Pets
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT May 9, 2017 Thanks to better pet food and better medical attention, our furry friends are living longer lives than ever! But sadly, nothing can stop the aging process, and age is relative depending on the type of pet you have. For example, cats start to slow down at […]
IndyVet Pet Blood Drive & Open House
Saturday, April 22, 2017 9am – 12pm IndyVet Emergency & Specialty Hospital (IndyVet), central Indiana’s original 24-hour emergency and critical care veterinary center, will host a canine blood donor drive for central Indiana dog owners from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 22 at its facility right off I-465 and Emerson Avenue on Indianapolis’ southeast side. For […]
Medical Alert Dogs – Part 2
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT March 8, 2017 Medical alert dogs are specially trained dogs that can detect medical conditions in people to assist them in controlling or preventing severe consequences that may occur that could be life threatening. Medical alert service dogs have very special talents to be able to detect conditions such […]