Category Archives: Veterinary Services
Implementing Social Distancing – Keeping Everyone Cared For, Safe and Staying Informed
As mentioned in other communications, the health and safety of our patients and staff is our highest priority. As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread throughout the country, and more concerning, our county, we are implementing Social Distancing guidelines meant
When to take your rabbit to the veterinarian
You have a pet rabbit. You are feeding it the recommended diet, and you take care to clean the cage daily. What other things should you look out for? Trim your rabbit’s nails It’s important to keep your bunny’s nails
Seven Reindeer facts for the holidays!
With our upcoming visit by Santa’s Reindeer, we thought we would treat you to some Reindeer facts and add to the excitement about meeting this amazing animal in person! The Reindeer will be visiting Belle Mead Animal Hospital on Saturday,
Belle Mead Animal Hospital receives Hillsborough Community Partner Award
Belle Mead Animal Hospital was honored to be a recipient of the “Hillsborough Community Partner Award” and one of several businesses and organizations in Hillsborough Township who were recognized during the Inaugural HBA Business Appreciation Social. The event took place
Rabbit care – tips for new pet owners
If you are considering taking a pet rabbit into your home, here are a few things you need to know: Rabbits are not rodents, they are Lagamorphs. There are many breeds to choose from, and their typical life span is
Belle Mead Animal Hospital Has a New Phone System!
Belle Mead Animal Hospital has upgraded our phone system to serve you better. Please note that old numbers stored in your personal phone history or elsewhere may no longer work. Please be sure to store our main number only –
Feline Asthma – symptoms and treatment
Cats can suffer from respiratory distress the same as humans. A pet diagnosed with asthma is actually suffering from a recurring respiratory compromise that constricts the lung’s airways, making it difficult for your pet to breathe. What signs do I
Kids and Pets – Advice for introducing a new pet into your home
We all know how pets can enhance our lives and bring more love and joy into any home. However, even the most docile dog or cat can bring tears to a small child’s eyes if the interaction is not supervised
Garden mulch can be toxic to your pets
With spring comes lawn care and garden maintenance. However, did you know that certain mulch brands can be dangerous for your pets? Some of you may have read the warnings that have been circulated through the internet recently and in
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