Category Archives: Veterinary Services
Oncology consultation…what is it?
Pet owners now have more health care options for their pets than ever before. Cancer care is one of these options and board certified specialists are available to help. When a pet is diagnosed with cancer, pet owners can elect
Guinea Pig facts and basic husbandry
Thinking about adding a Guinea pig (or two) as a member of your family? Guinea pigs make great pets. However, a basic understanding about their care and feeding requirements will go a long way in managing your pet’s health and
Belle Mead Animal Hospital chosen “The Best” in Somerset County for 2017
We wish to extend our sincere thank you to all of our valued clients and supporters who voted for us in the 2017 Courier News Readers Choice contest. The Belle Mead Animal hospital team has once again been awarded “The
How to prevent and treat musculoskeletal disease in your pet
Musculoskeletal disease (disease that affects your pet’s bones, muscles and joints) can affect pets of all ages. They can have aches and pains just like we do. But, because of their survival instincts, they try to hide it. In the
Bark in the Park Night – A Look Back
Another Somerset Patriots “Bark in the Park Night” has come and gone. We want to thank everyone who came out to TD Bank Ballpark on July 26, 2017 to share a fun evening with us! Let’s take a look back
Dr. Kim Somjen achieves certification as Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner
Join us in congratulating Dr. Kim Somjen who recently achieved her Certification as a Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner through the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM)! She began the certification process three and one-half years ago through the University
Happy World Rat Day!
Today is World Rat Day, and we want to take this moment to introduce to you one of the best kept secrets in the world of exotic companion mammals – rats! Rats have gotten a bad reputation in the past
What to do if you encounter young wildlife
In spring and early summer, folks often encounter young animals such as fawns (baby deer), rabbits, birds and other species. The baby might appear sick, injured or all alone and orphaned by their mother. That’s when human instinct kicks in,
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
Cats are Silent Sufferers and the Orphan Species of pain control and medical care
Cats are the Orphan Species when it comes to care, diagnostics and treatment for many reasons. Even though there are more pet cats in the world than dogs, dogs get more veterinary care. Why is this? One of the Greatest