Posts in Category: Pet Health & Wellness

What’s better than a dog that loves to run, jump, and fetch dozens of frisbee throws? Not much, if you’re a pup parent. But dogs can overdo it if we aren’t careful. Joyous activity can slide into overexercising territory, and your pup’s body can show signs of exhaustion. 

Below, the team at Bowman Veterinary Hospital will share the signs of overextension in dogs to help avoid long-term discomfort or injury. 

As our pets get older, their bodies go through changes that can take their toll. One of the most common conditions that affects senior pets is arthritis, and in particular, osteoarthritis (OA).

Today, the team at Bowman Veterinary Hospital wants to make sure the pet parents in our community know what to watch for with arthritis. 

Having a green thumb and owning a pet are not mutually exclusive but growing certain plants, trees, flowers and shrubs does require careful consideration in (and around) a pet’s environment. This can mean that certain plants are off-limits, but the sacrifice is usually well worth it. 

Since a pet poisoning is one of the scariest experiences for pets and their people alike, it makes sense to eliminate all the possible risks inside the home and around the property.

If your pet is constantly scratching, sneezing, or licking, pet allergies might be the culprit. At Bowman Veterinary Hospital, we’re here to help you uncover the cause of your pet’s discomfort and explore effective allergy treatments for pets to get their tails wagging happily again.

Few things are more overwhelming than heading to your nearest pet supply store and trying to pick the perfect food for your furry friends. Shelves are absolutely packed with options. Worse, they all seem to be clamoring for the title of healthiest pet food ever. It’s no wonder choosing pet food can be downright daunting.

Your goal as a pet parent is to look past the flashy claims and get down to business: reading pet food labels. These are overwhelming too, but with this guide from the team at Bowman Veterinary Hospital, you’ll be ready to pick a nutritious food brand for your pet. 

Do you believe in Santa “Paws”? At Bowman Veterinary Hospital, we certainly do! Join us in making this holiday season a happy one for pet shelters!

As our pets age, their bodies change—and so do their dietary needs. Many senior pets need specific senior dog food or senior cat food to stay healthy. It can be hard to understand why this happens and what to do about it. 

So whether you have a senior dog or cat, the team at Bowman Veterinary Hospital would like to share our best tips about senior pet nutrition. Here’s what you need to know about senior pet dietary needs. 

The benefits of spaying and neutering your cat not only helps combat the pet homelessness crisis, but it also has great health benefits. This procedure also offers important behavioral benefits for both female and male cats.

When a pet gets sick, things can get expensive fast. Now more than ever we can offer cutting-edge medicine in the veterinary field, but specialized equipment, additional certifications, and the latest in drugs and therapies cost money. 

Pet insurance coverage can offer some help when it comes to making sure that you don’t have to think about your bank account too much before authorizing treatment for your pet. 

Who doesn’t want a happier, healthier pet? Bowman Veterinary Hospital is your dedicated partner in animal care. Helping Sacramento pets live their best life is what we do, and pet preventive care is where it’s at. Keep reading for our top tips for a healthy pet.