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Lyme Disease and Prevention If you’re like most of us, you’ve probably heard about Lyme disease but may not know all the ins and outs. Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium that’s transferred to pets (and humans) through tick bites—specifically, the deer tick. When the weather gets warm, these tiny critters come out to…

What You Need to Know About Lyme Disease in Dogs Every dog owner in Livonia, Michigan, needs to be aware of the risk and implications of Lyme disease, one of the most prevalent tick-borne illnesses affecting dogs today. At Levan Road Veterinary Hospital, we believe in the importance of educating pet owners about such critical…

11 Symptoms of Gum Disease in Dogs  Dogs with gum disease will often experience pain and discomfort. Of the most common issues come from periodontal disease and broken, chipped, or fractured teeth, which can affect the gum (such as swelling and sensitivity).  Below, our Livonia, MI, animal hospital has listed 11 symptoms of dog gum…

7 Reasons Why Your Dog is Panting Unlike us humans, dogs are not able to sweat when they become overheated, because of their thick fur. Instead, they pant—characterized as rapid, shallow breathing, usually coupled with a big lolling tongue—to cool their bodies down. And if your dog is a short-snouted breed, like a pug or…

Why is My Cat Not Eating? A healthy cat will typically have a healthy appetite. That said, if you notice that your feline (that is usually not finicky or known to regularly skip meals) is uninterested in its food, you should take it to a veterinarian in Livonia, MI as it can be a sign…

Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Yeast Infection on Dog Paws Yeast infections are never fun, especially for dogs when it is on their paws! Yeast cells and bacteria can make anything itchy and irritated, causing concern because too much scratching can cause open wounds leading to the spread of bacteria and infections. Technically though, yeast…

Preparing to Adopt a Pet: What to Buy Adopting a pet is very exciting, however, it is also costly and you will need to prepare as carefully as possible! Pets are living beings that need a lot of careful care and love. In order to prepare though, it is best to make a check list.…

Why is My Cat Meowing a Lot in Livonia, MI? The Language of Your Feline Do you have a cat who meows a lot in Livonia, MI? Have they always done this, or is it a fairly new occurrence? Do you ever find yourself wondering if anything is wrong with them, and if there’s anything…