Category Archives: General Pets
Santa Claus, Yukon Cornelius, Live Reindeer, oh my!
How quickly the months pass and bring us around again to our annual Live Reindeer Holiday Event at Belle Mead Animal Hospital. A heartfelt “Thank You” to all who came out to share some holiday cheer and family fun with
Helping children through pet loss
As adults and parents, most of us can say we have experienced the loss of a loved one at some point in our lives, human or pet family member and friend. As adults, at some point we come to recognize
Second annual Howl-O-Ween event scheduled for October 29th
Looking for some family fun with your dog to celebrate Halloween? Come join Belle Mead Animal Hospital at the second annual Howl-O-Ween event at the Dog Park located at Ann Van Middlesworth Park in Hillsborough on Saturday, October 29, 2016.
Why should I see my veterinarian when my pet is perfectly healthy?
You’ve all heard it before – your veterinarian urges you to bring your pets in for a checkup once or twice a year, even if they’re in apparently perfect health. But why? It can seem puzzling to some of us
Another busy Bark in the Park Night
To those who were able to come out and visit with us at the recent Somerset Patriots “Bark in the Park Night” on July 19, 2016, thank you! We really enjoyed seeing you and hope you had as much fun
Help Us Win the Courier News Readers Choice Contest!
Time sure does fly! The Courier News has once again launched their annual Reader’s Choice Contest for the “Best of the Best” in Central Jersey. Belle Mead Animal Hospital is a contender in the People & Services / Veterinarian category
Some pet behaviors may be related to hidden illness
Nipping. Scratching. Litter box issues. Leash pulling. Meowing at night. Urinating on the floor. Chewing shoes. Are these pet behaviors just part of being a “normal” dog or cat, or not? Actually, some common
Meet the Belle Mead Animal Hospital team at Bark in the Park Night in July
Summer is almost here, and it’s time to make plans for the Somerset Patriots “Bark in the Park Night.” The Belle Mead Animal Hospital team will once again have a table in the concourse at TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater
Heartworm Disease – Treatment and Prevention
After treating several dogs for heartworm disease, I thought it would be informative to explain what heartworm disease is, how to treat it, and most importantly, how to prevent it. Heartworm disease is caused by a parasite called Dirofilaria immitis.
Flea Control and Disease Prevention for your Pets
What are Fleas? Fleas are tiny, wingless, jumping insects that feed on the blood of your pets and your family. The year has proven to be one of the worst flea seasons we have seen in over 20 years. All