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The difference between simulated and true separation anxiety in dogs

October 23, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

When left alone, many dogs will act out. They will begin barking or howling, destroy bedding and couches, whine and possibly urinate on carpets even though they are housebroken. When a dog is left alone it is stressful for them if they are not used to it, and when a puppy is first brought home […]

Protecting Your Dog In Your Yard

October 13, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

When you got your dog, you probably went through a process to enclose your yard as much as possible to keep your dog from running away. While this is certainly a positive thing to do, it is also important to monitor your yard for changes that could potentially result in harm to your pet. There […]

Spay And Neuter Your Pets

October 9, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

We are all familiar with the discussion that happens so often with regards to owning an animal, and we see the television commercials and ads that always remind us that it is important to spay and neuter your pets, but there are far fewer people that actually understand why this is important. Homeless Pets: There […]

A New Type Of Animal Hospital

October 2, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

There are many animal hospitals in Las Vegas, and many fine veterinarians working within those facilities. We strongly encourage you to choose the best facility that you can afford, which is convenient to your home as well as being a caring and knowledgeable facility that has your pet’s best interests in mind. Convenience to your […]

Make Sure Your Pets Are Safe If Something Happens With You

September 30, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

Many people do not think about how much their pets rely on them every day. If you think about it, they are completely reliant upon you to provide them with food, water, shelter and all of the aspects of life that happen on a daily basis. While this is never a concern for most pet […]

Changing Weather In Las Vegas

September 25, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

Anyone who has lived in Las Vegas for more than a year realizes that the weather changes pretty dramatically and pretty quickly here, and with the first day of fall now officially over, we can expect the change to colder temperatures to be happening over the next few weeks. While this break from the heat […]

Pain Management In Pets

September 21, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

Pain management in pets is one of the more difficult aspects of veterinary science, due to the fact that animals will typically hid their pain as much as possible due to their natural instincts to appear healthy. Due to the fact that they will show as few telltale signs that they are in pain as […]

What Happens During My Pet’s Exam?

September 18, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

When a veterinarian examines your pet for a routine checkup, they are looking at your animal’s vital signs, possibly taking blood samples for testing against known potential health risks, looking for signs of disease or infection, and generally taking into account any changes that can be noticed since the last time they were seen. Weight […]

What Happens During A Veterinary Dental Cleaning?

September 14, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

As a responsible pet owner, you always have the best interest of your pet in mind, and you want them to remain as happy and healthy as possible. Even though it is not necessary for animals to brush their teeth the way that humans do, a periodic dental exam and cleaning can assist your pet […]

What To Do If Your Dog Is In A Fight, The Wheelbarrow Technique

September 4, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

All dog owners who frequent areas where there are other dogs present will observe a dog fight or have their dog in a fight sooner or later. Even the most passive dogs will be attacked from time to time by other dogs, either while they are being walked or while they are loose in a […]

Help! My pet got stung by a scorpion!

September 3, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

Living in Las Vegas, we have a great number of insects that are only found in desert climates, and unfortunately, many of these insects have bites and stings that can be quite painful, if not deadly to pets and humans alike. Without going into a list of insects that are common to the Las Vegas […]

4 Reasons To Choose Pet Health Animal Hospital As Your Veterinarian

August 19, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

There are many different reasons to choose one animal hospital in Las Vegas over another, with the most important reasons obviously being convenience in traveling from your home and the experience levels of the veterinarians on staff at the location. There are many reasons, however, to choose one veterinarian over another that go far beyond […]

Is pool chlorine safe for dogs?

August 18, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

As the summer temperatures get hotter (especially in extremely hot areas like Las Vegas) it is common for families to consider allowing their dog to jump into the pool with them in order to cool off. One of the most common questions that are asked of veterinarians and animal hospitals during the summer months will […]

How To Choose An Animal Hospital

August 4, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

There are many different things to consider when you are choosing an animal hospital or veterinarian for your new pet. Several aspects of the clinic are probably more important to you than others, as you can assume that as long as the clinic has a good reputation (look through Yelp and Google+ reviews or ask […]

See Your Veterinarian Regularly

July 31, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

A common question that is asked is “how often should I take my dog or cat to the veterinarian?” The answer to this question relies on several factors including your pet’s age and general state of overall health, but for the most part it is determined by the age of your pet. Pet Health Hospital […]

Live In Las Vegas And Have A Pet? Call Us First!

July 27, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

There are many Las Vegas veterinarians to choose from, all with different specialties and areas of expertise. The most obvious reason that one Las Vegas resident would choose to bring their pet to a specific veterinarian is proximity to their home or work place, due to the fact that it is easier to make regular […]

How To Trim Dog Nails

July 20, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

The procedure for trimming your dog’s nails is very simple, but will generally require two people in order to not harm the dog by potentially cutting the nail too short and causing bleeding. One person will need to hold the dog to prevent them from running away, and the other person will use a pet […]

Veterinarian Advice: Why It Is Important To Trim Your Pet’s Nails

February 18, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

When your pet is walking on hard surfaces, do you notice the clicking of their nails against the ground? If so, there is a good possibility that their nails are too long and are in need of trimming. Most veterinarians will mention the need for regular nail trimmings to pet owners quite often, but due […]

What is wellness care and illness prevention in veterinary medicine?

February 13, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

“Pet patients over profits.” Healthcare in animals is as important as it is in human beings to pay attention to if long and happy life is to be enjoyed, both on the part of the patient as well as the pet parent. What this statement is referring to is the ongoing need to make decisions […]

How Much Coconut Oil Should I Put In My Pet’s Food?

February 7, 2015/in Blogs /by Dr. Mark Beerenstrauch

There is no doubting the positive health benefits of coconut oil for both pets and for humans, and the benefits themselves can be seen in other articles we have provided on coconut oil, but one question that seems unclear for many people is how to use coconut oil and how much coconut oil should you […]