January 2016 - Craig Road Animal Hospital

Craig Road Animal Hospital Externship Program: Sammy

January 29, 2016

Sammy is a veterinary student visiting Craig Road Animal Hospital from the University of Missouri. He originally thought he wanted to get into dentistry or human medicine until a personal experience changed his mind. “My dog was severely attacked by a coyote my freshman year of college,” Sammy said. “We all thought we had to say our good-bye’s but the doctor placed him into surgery right away and saved him.” He said the moment he saw his pup running around…

Dental Special is here – give your pet a reason to smile!

January 28, 2016

Watch our video below to see why dental care for your pet is important: Don’t miss out on our Dental Special! $30 off of our normal dental cleaning & polishing price! But wait, there’s more: FREE Dental Exam FREE Bath or Bath Voucher FREE Anal Gland Expression FREE Nail Trim FREE 30 Day Pet Insurance Trial Offer *Up to $100 in savings and additional free services! *Does not include extractions, blood work, or medications.

Periodontal disease can affect more than your pet’s teeth

January 25, 2016

Veterinarian Orlena Tampira of Craig Road Animal Hospital in North West Las Vegas discusses the importance of proper dental care for canine and feline teeth. By Orlena Tampira, DVM Dental hygiene is just as important for your pets as it is for you. Not only can your loved one experience pain while chewing and bad breath, dogs and cats can experience the same diseases as humans like gingivitis, gum disease, and tooth decay. Without proper care, this bacteria can travel…

The good, the bad, and the ugly of peanut butter

January 22, 2016

Veterinarian Christopher Roberts, D.V.M. of Craig Road Animal Hospital in North West Las Vegas explains how a common canine treat can be dangerous. By Christopher Roberts, DVM We all love a little treat now and then, and so do our dogs. As many of you are aware, peanut butter is a healthy and safe snack for your fur baby. But did you know that some peanut butters can also be life threatening to him? Xylitol is becoming an increasingly popular sugar…

Wellness exams can play an important role in your pet’s health

January 11, 2016

Veterinarian Courtney Daniels D.V.M. of Craig Road Animal Hospital in North West Las Vegas discusses the importance of a yearly exam for your pet by a professional. Wellness exams are one of the few ways to help detect a problem before it becomes a serious illness. By Courtney Daniels, DVM We all love our pets, and we all want to do what’s best to take care of them. A wellness exam allows a veterinarian to evaluate your pet’s overall health…