Giardia is a microscopic parasite that causes large-scale discomfort for infected dogs, and can also affect humans. The Parker Center Animal Clinic team offers this guide for you to learn six giardia facts that every dog owner should know.  #1: Giardia is a protozoan parasite that causes intestinal infection in pets and people Giardia are [...]

Pets make excellent companions for children, and when a child grows up with a pet, their mental and physical health thrive. However, when pets and children interact, issues can arise that may put your youngster at risk. Our Parker Center Animal Clinic team knows how important pets can be in a child’s life, and we [...]

With July Fourth celebrations approaching, you may be worrying about your pet. Loud fireworks and crowded gatherings can be stressful for pets, causing anxiety and fear. Fortunately, you can minimize your pet’s stress. Our Parker Center Animal Clinic team shares six tips to help keep your pet calm and safe during July Fourth fireworks and [...]

All pets occasionally lick or scratch their skin, but incessant itch-relief behaviors can indicate an underlying skin problem. Constant licking, chewing, scratching, or rubbing at the skin indicate that your pet is itchy and they should be checked out by the Parker Center Animal Clinic team. Here is an overview of what you should do [...]

Many misconceptions float around about all aspects of pet health, from nutrition and behavior, to anesthesia and dentistry. Heartworm disease is commonly plagued with a great deal of misinformation, but correct knowledge is protection for your pet. So, our Parker Center Animal Clinic team dispels common heartworm disease myths and unravels fiction from fact. Myth: [...]

Most cat owners expect their pets to become less active with age and maturity, but the changes many people consider “normal” aging could actually be from arthritis. Plus, the disease doesn’t affect only older cats—arthritis can begin as early as 6 years of age. Because cats are experts at hiding their pain, arthritis can be [...]

February is National Pet Dental Health Month, which our team at Parker Center Animal Clinic thinks is the perfect time to educate yourself on this important—and often neglected—area of your pet’s health and wellbeing. We tackle five common myths about pet dental health and provide pet dental care tips that will help keep your pet’s [...]

The strong compassion we all feel for pets can make emotions run high during a stressful situation, and those who work in the veterinary profession potentially feel lofty highs upon meeting a new puppy and rock-bottom lows when diagnosing a patient’s incurable cancer. The veterinary profession’s mental, physical, and emotional demands take their toll on [...]

No matter how much we sing about peace, joy, and silent nights, the holidays can be anything but—especially for our pets. Learn how to protect your furry friend with Parker Center Animal Clinic’s guide to the 12 pet hazards of Christmas.  #1: Holiday foods and pets Whether it’s savory or sweet, food is literally everywhere [...]

Scratching is a natural behavior for cats that can lead to shredded furniture and drapes. While some cat owners consider declawing to prevent the behavior, evidence suggests these procedures can cause long-term problems. Our Parker Center Animal Clinic team wants to offer information about declawing and to provide alternative procedures to help you live peacefully [...]