The holidays can be stressful, busy, and chaotic, and spending time with your pets may fall to the bottom of the to-do list. But, changes to your pet’s routine and guests in your house can cause your pet stress and anxiety, so make a conscious effort to include them in holiday celebrations to help ensure [...]
Pets come in all shapes, sizes—and species. Exotic pets (e.g., reptiles, amphibians, birds, and small mammals) can make great companions for people who live in small homes or apartments. But these unique pets aren’t for everyone—exotic pets require specialized care, attention, and owner education. Our Fairfax Veterinary Clinic team provides high-quality care for creatures great [...]
Maintaining your pet at a healthy weight is important to prevent serious health complications associated with pet obesity. Over half the pets in the United States are overweight or obese, yet most pet owners don’t recognize that their pet is carrying excess weight. Our Fairfax Veterinary Clinic team wants to help by answering frequently asked [...]
From your cat’s perspective, dogs have all the fun—regular walks, outdoor playtime, day care, fun toys, treats, and chews. Meanwhile, because of their naturally independent nature, cats appear as though they want for nothing but a warm bed, a clean litter box, and whatever food they deign to eat that week. But indoor cats often [...]
As we age, we seem to take longer and longer to roll out of bed. Our joints pop and creak and we need “wake up” time to become less stiff. Cats and dogs affected with arthritis can be the same way. Arthritis is a common orthopedic condition in pets, particularly older ones, but pets of [...]
You may wish your pet came with a health and safety guarantee, but life is full of uncertainties, such as unexpected illnesses or injuries, which might tempt you to cover your pet in bubble wrap and keep them at home. But as a responsible pet owner, you should be prepared—mentally, physically, and financially—for the unexpected. [...]
Do your summer plans include your pet? Of course they do! Before you hit the road, take to the trail, sail away, or lift off, check out our tips for pet travel success—and ensure you share some pictures with your friends at Fairfax Veterinary Clinic, so we can vacation vicariously through you and your pet! [...]
Many of you share your home with a cat, so you understand they are truly unique. One of our favorite sayings in veterinary medicine is that “cats are not small dogs,” which means several things. Medically, cats have their own set of challenges, and they constantly surprise us when they fail to read and follow [...]
Dogs have been loyal companions to people for more than 10,000 years, and while you no doubt know your dog really well, some facts you likely don’t know. Our team at Fairfax Veterinary Clinic wants to help you get to know your dog better by providing interesting details about man’s best friend. #1: Your dog’s [...]
In people, coughing can be irritating, and prevent us from resting comfortably when we’re sick. Despite the discomfort, coughing serves an important function—to clear the airways of mucus and debris. Pets cough for the same reasons, and experience the same discomfort. How do you know if your pet’s cough is a minor, or more serious, [...]