The Ultimate Guide for Attending Pet-Friendly Events This Summer and Fall
As summer winds down and we move into autumn, outdoor events in and around the Houston area begin to ramp up as the heat of summer begins to subside. This means lots of outdoor events and festivals that often welcome pets to attend too. If you plan to attend a public event with your dog, consider the following tips before leaving home.
How Often Should I Take My Pet to the Vet?
If you are a first-time dog or cat owner, you may be concerned about when to take your furry companion to the veterinarian. Here at Tanglewilde Veterinary Clinic, we are happy to help provide you with some information that will help you understand the importance of regular vet visits.
How Laser Therapy Can Help Your Pet
Laser therapy might sound like something out of a science fiction story, but it’s very real, backed by loads of scientific research, and quite effective. Laser therapy has been in use since the 1970s in human medicine, and in the last few decades, it has also carved out a place in the field of veterinary medicine.
How to Become a Pet Foster Parent
There are many reasons why homeless pets might need to stay with a foster parent for a period of time. Sometimes a pet has a medical issue that requires full-time attention. A pet might be partially feral or a survivor of a puppy mill and need time to acclimate to living in a home.
5 Tips to Keep Your Pet's Eyes Healthy
Your pet’s eyes are essential organs that play an integral role in their ability to navigate their environments and interact with people and other pets in your household. So, it’s important to take steps to help ensure your pet’s eyes stay healthy, so that your pet can stay happy.
Is a Pet Wellness Plan the Right Choice for My Pet?
April is canine fitness month, and at TangleWilde Veterinary Clinic, we’re using the opportunity to talk about all pets’ fitness and their wellness, too! One approach to maintaining your pet’s health for life is to visit a veterinary clinic that offers wellness plans for pets.
How to Care for Your Pet at Home After Surgery
We typically only recommend surgery for pets when the benefits of the surgical procedure far outweigh any risks associated with operating or with the recovery process. To keep your pet comfortable and ensure they have a smooth, swift, and safe recovery, consider the following post-operative care instructions for pets.
5 Signs My Pet Needs Dental Care
Many dogs and cats go their whole lives without ever receiving any form of dental care. Unfortunately, this means many pets also suffer painful symptoms, systemic health problems, and even succumb to premature deaths as a result of developing serious dental diseases over the course of their lives.
How to Treat Breathing Difficulties in Cats
Although no one likes to think about the possibility of a pet getting sick, especially with a disease like cancer, detection, diagnosis, and treatments for pet cancer are getting better and better, improving patient outcomes.
Pet Cancer Awareness Month
Although no one likes to think about the possibility of a pet getting sick, especially with a disease like cancer, detection, diagnosis, and treatments for pet cancer are getting better and better, improving patient outcomes.
Safety and Etiquette Tips for Hiking With Your Dog
Dogs make great hiking companions. Before you hit the trails with your furry friend, however, there are a few things you should know about hiking with dogs to make sure you have a safe and fun trip.
5 Signs of Pain in Dogs and Cats for National Animal Pain Awareness Month
Our veterinarians are helping to raise awareness of the sometimes subtle signs of pain in pets to help pet parents better recognize when a pet might be in pain so that dogs and cats can get the treatment and relief they need.
Top 6 Reasons Why We Immunize Our Pets
Vaccines are the safest and most effective way to protect your dogs and cats from some of the most dangerous and contagious diseases out there.
How to Comfort Your Pets During Fireworks
Some dogs aren’t bothered by the sound of fireworks exploding in the sky, but others are downright terrified. If your dog falls into the latter category, consider the following tips to provide comfort and safety during fireworks (and thunderstorms).
Why Does My Veterinarian Recommend Lab Work?
Laboratory testing is a type of diagnostic testing that examines samples of a pet’s blood and sometimes their urine or feces to evaluate their health. These types of tests allow us to detect early signs of illness, evaluate organ function, screen for parasites, and more.
Why Do Cats Go Crazy For Catnip?
If you’ve browsed the feline section of your local pet store, then you’re already familiar with catnip and products designed for cats that include catnip. If you’ve ever witnessed a cat on catnip, then you’ve probably had a good laugh
How and Why to Protect Your Pets From Heartworm Disease
With so many pesky insects flying about and potentially carrying parasites with them, it’s extremely important to protect your dogs and cats from heartworms.
How to Manage Arthritis in Pets for Health and Happiness
As dogs and cats grow older, they’re at increased risk of developing arthritis which causes painful joint inflammation and limited mobility. When not properly addressed, arthritis can significantly reduce a pet’s quality of life.
Why Your Pet's Dental Health is so Important
If you’re like most pet owners, you’ve probably never even thought about brushing your pet’s teeth. To stay healthy and comfortable, however, dogs and cats need dental care just like people do.
What to Do at the First Sign of an Ear Infection
Ear infections are a common ailment that cats and dogs face. Just like an ear infection is troublesome for a person, ear infections also cause pain and discomfort for our pets.
The Truth About Grain-Free Diets: Friend or Foe?
Amidst all the trendy pet diets, boutique pet foods, exotic ingredients, and grain-free formulations, understanding what’s best for your pet can be difficult.
Does This Fur Make Me Look Fat?
We love our fur babies regardless of their size, cats and dogs should be fluffy – not chubby. Just like being overweight causes health problems for people, carrying around extra weight can lead to a host of health problems for pets.
Why You Should Adopt-Not Shop
To celebrate Adopt a Shelter Animal Month during October, TangleWilde Veterinary Clinic is spreading the word about adopting pets and encouraging everyone to adopt – not shop!
When to Worry About Your Pet's Lumps and Bumps
Lumps and bumps that suddenly appear on a pet can be concerning, but before you start worrying, take a look at this post to see if your pet’s lumps could be dangerous.
Caring for Your Cat When They Are on Their Ninth Life
While older cats are at a greater risk of developing chronic disease and experiencing diminished energy, many of the ailments that affect senior felines are treatable and can be easily managed.
Fact or Fiction? Chocolate Is Poisonous for Dogs
Chocolate is the most frequently discussed food item that is dangerous for dogs, but there are many foods and household substances that are dangerous for pets.
It's National Pet Preparedness Month: Remember to Include Your Pet in Your Family's Emergency Plan
It’s important to remember that it’s hurricane season in Houston, and it’s very important to be prepared for the possibility of a major storm. In the event you need to evacuate your home or shelter in place, you’ll not only need to have a plan for yourself and your children, but also for your pets.
Boost Your Mood – Learn All About the Mental Health Benefits of Pet Ownership
Did you know our furry friends are amazing for improving our mood and mental health? Whether you love cats, dogs, birds, or even lizards, caring for and bonding with animals can keep your mind and mood in top shape.
What You Need to Know about Canine Parvovirus
Highly contagious, parvo is a resilient virus that can survive indoors or outdoors for up to a year regardless of the temperature or humidity. Fortunately, parvovirus is easily prevented with proper vaccination.
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We Miss Hugs!
At Tanglewilde Veterinary Clinic, you’ve seen us love your furry friends for years. We take pride in the personalized attention each pet receives, and how we spend so much time visiting with you during your time at the clinic. These interactions are the foundations of our care and service for you and your pets.
Why It's flEASY to Miss Your Cat's Fleas
All pets need flea and other parasite control, but cats are special. Whether your furry feline friend lives exclusively indoors or not, he or she needs flea control. Cats can (and often do) host fleas even when they are indoor-only pets.
Establishing Comprehensive Care at Your Pet's First Veterinary Visit
Of course, the number-one human in your new cat or dog’s life is you! The second-most important person should be his or her veterinarian. Whether your new furball comes from a reputable breeder or an animal shelter, it’s essential, when you adopt a new puppy, kitten, or older animal, to schedule an appointment with a trusted veterinarian right away to establish the veterinary-client-patient-relationship (VCPR).
Why It's Important to Schedule Annual Wellness Exams for Your Pets
Although it might seem odd to visit the veterinarian when your pet’s feeling well and acting normal, wellness exams are just as important (if not more important) than sick exams. Just like people have regular checkups with their primary care physicians, cats and dogs should also see a veterinarian once per year for an annual appointment.
How to Have a Happy and Furry Holiday with Your Pets: Keep Them Away from These Treats
The holidays are a wonderful time for humans, and they can be lots of fun for pets, too! With so many exciting foods, treats, people, and decorations in your home, be sure you have a plan in place to keep your pets safe from potential holiday dangers.
Our 2019 Santa Photos Event Was Not Just Fun, But a Huge Success!
The Tanglewilde team had a blast with all those that participated in our Santa Photos event this year.
We raised over $800 for Homeless Pet Placement League, which services homeless pets in Tanglewilde, and helps provide healthcare, shelter and adoption opportunities for these sweet animals.
Santa's Coming and You're Invited!
From all of us to all of you, Tanglewilde Veterinary Clinic extends a warm welcome to everyone (whether your pets have been naughty or nice) to join us with an extra-special guest, the jolliest elf, the man in the red suit himself, Santa Claus!
How to Recognize the Signs of Arthritis Pain in Cats and Dogs
At TangleWilde Veterinary Clinic, our Houston veterinarians can do a lot to slow the progression of chronic disease, like arthritis, and manage pet discomfort. It’s best, however, to intervene early, when we first recognize pets slowing down and changing their behaviors
What Happens When My Pet's Teeth Are Cleaned?
Often overlooked, dental care is essential to not only the health of your pet’s teeth, but also their overall health. Just like with humans, neglecting a pet’s oral hygiene and dental healthcare can result in serious problems that threaten their entire wellbeing.
