- Belle Mead Animal Hospital
872 US Highway 206
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Phone# (908) 874-4447
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Safeguard your pet with a microchip and current registration
As veterinarians charged with the health and well-being of your pets, we cannot encourage pet parents enough to microchip their pet. It is a simple and inexpensive procedure that can reunite you with your pet if it is ever accidentally
Posted in Exotics, General Pets, Veterinary Services
Tagged Cats, Dogs, Exotics, Veterinary Services
Why environmental enrichment is important for cats
We are often asked by our clients why their cat is displaying various negative behaviors. These behaviors range from inappropriate scratching, aggression toward other pets or people, excessive shyness or hiding, and urinating or defecating outside the litter box. Once
Posted in General Pets, Veterinary Services
Tagged Cats, Felines
Hypertension in Pets
Animals can suffer from either high or low blood pressure, just like humans. If left untreated, it can have quite debilitating effects. The signs of high blood pressure (hypertension) can be very subtle and insidious. This is why it is
Posted in General Pets, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Services
Tagged Cats, Dogs, Veterinary Medicine
Another Westminster Adventure with BMAH Vet Techs
The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is billed as America’s second-longest continuously held sporting event. The 2023 event will be held May 6-9 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in Queens, New York,
Free Pet Dental Seminar and Free Pet Dental Exam
Did you know that your pet’s bad breath is a sign of pain and infection? Your pet just might be silently suffering with dental pain! Join us for a FREE Pet Dental Seminar and FREE Dental Exam
Why puppy socialization is so important
There are many different factors that can influence whether your new puppy grows into a well behaved and friendly dog or one that is more shy or aggressive. You may not realize how much early life experiences can and do
Posted in General Pets, Veterinary Services
Tagged Canines, Dogs, Pet Health, Veterinary Services
Guinea Pig Stress and Boarding Recommendations
With holiday travel and summer vacation amongst other reasons to leave home for an extended period of time, many people consider boarding their pets while they are away. So let’s talk about pet guinea pigs, otherwise known as cavies.
Posted in Exotics, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Services
Tagged Cavies, Exotics, Guinea Pigs, Pet Health, Pet Wellness, Pets, Pocket Pets, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Services
Kitty Litter Box 101
How many of you feel challenged by your kitty’s litter box? It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the choices of litter, the types of litter boxes on the market, and even the daily maintenance of the litter box. To ensure
Posted in General Pets, Veterinary Services
Tagged Cats, Felines, Kittens, Kitty Litter, Litter Box
Joe Martins, DVM, Wins Community Choice Award
The Votes are in, and Dr. Joe Martins, owner Belle Mead Animal Hospital, is the Winner of the Best of the Best Veterinarians in Somerset County, New Jersey! The contest was conducted by My Central Jersey via the Courier News
Posted in Exotics, General Pets, News, Veterinary Services
Tagged Pet Health, Veterinarian, Veterinary Services
How fatty acids can improve your pet’s health
Continuing in our series on Pet Nutrition, you may have heard the term “fatty acids” used many times with regard to human health. The fact is, our pets require fatty acids for improved heath, too. In simplest terms, fatty acids
Posted in General Pets, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Services
Tagged Cats, Dogs, Veterinary Medicine