Tag Archives: Dogs
Pet Diabetes – Why Early Diagnosis is Critical
The month of November is nationally recognized as American Diabetes Month, a month focused on raising awareness about diabetes in people. However, it’s important for pet parents to recognize that November is also National Pet Diabetes Awareness Month. Both feline
Cancelled – 2018 HOWL-O-Ween Dog Parade and Costume Contest October 27th
Unfortunately, we must announce the cancellation of the 2018 HOWL-O-Ween Dog Parade and Costume Contest scheduled for Saturday, October 27, at the Ann Van Middleworth Dog Park in Hillsborough, New Jersey. With a nor’easter moving in and heavy rain predicted,
Nutritional Assessments for Dogs and Cats
There are many factors to be considered in assessing the nutritional needs of a dog or cat to ensure and promote optimal health. Good nutrition that you can trust which targets the pet’s individual needs based on a professional Nutritional
Protecting Pets Under Anesthesia Always
At Belle Mead Animal Hospital we understand that considering procedures that involve anesthesia can be intimidating. Anesthesia does involve some risk in animals, just as it does in humans. There is no way to completely remove all risk when doing
Dr. Somjen and dog Chill to Compete in AKC® National Obedience Championship
From June 30 to July 1, 2018, some of the best-behaved and most highly-trained dogs in the nation will meet at The Roberts Centre in Wilmington, Ohio, with the goal of becoming the next National Obedience Champion at the prestigious
Keep your dog safe with a secure collar and proper identification
Properly identifying our pets is so important that an entire week in April has been designated as National Pet Identification Week. However, proper identification must be secured for your pet year round, and I wanted to share some things you
Learn Pet First Aid and CPR – You just might save a life!
You never know when a pet emergency might strike, but you can be prepared. In addition to having the phone numbers handy of your family veterinarian, your nearest pet emergency clinic and the Pet Poison Helpline along with your home
Howl-O-Ween at the Hillsborough Dog Park!
The third annual Howl-O-Ween dog parade and costume contest took place October 28, 2017 at the Ann Van Middlesworth Park dog park. Hosted by the Hillsborough Parks and Recreation Department, it was another fun event for all, both human and
Belle Mead Animal Hospital sponsors Pet Masquerade Parade
Animal Alliance of New Jersey kicked off their 13th annual Pet Masquerade Parade on Saturday, October 21, 2017 in Lambertville, New Jersey. Belle Mead Animal Hospital was one of the proud sponsors of the event.
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