Your pet’s coat is more than fabulous fluff. Whether long or short, furry or sleek, your pet’s hair provides their body with a protective and insulating barrier. And, while some shedding is normal, sudden or dramatic hair loss (i.e., alopecia), thinning, and bald patches can be cause for concern—not for your pet’s ego, but for [...]

Seeing your pet undergo seizure activity, especially a grand mal seizure, can be terrifying. Whether you are witnessing a seizure for the first time, or your pet was diagnosed with epilepsy years ago, knowing how to react can make a world of difference for your four-legged friend. Be prepared, by learning the following do’s and [...]

Like people, our pets require annual health examinations to maintain a high quality of life and overall wellbeing—perhaps more so. Because our pets don’t always show obvious illness signs and can’t tell us when they aren’t feeling well, it’s our job to ensure they stay healthy throughout their life. Dr. Breite and the LaGrange Veterinary [...]

Thyroid disease is a common problem for cats and dogs, but they are affected by different types of issues. The thyroid gland, which has two lobes located on either side of your pet’s trachea, functions to regulate your pet’s metabolic rate by producing thyroid hormones. If the thyroid is overactive, a condition called hyperthyroidism occurs, [...]

Those adorable smush-faced pets you love to snuggle have a fancy name associated with their appearance—brachycephaly. Brachycephalic pets are popular among pet owners, and, while their bug-eyed features make them appealing, these same characteristics predispose them to a variety of health conditions. If you own one of these flat-faced pets, or are considering adding one [...]

Your pet may be more naughty than nice at times, but they definitely deserve a gift this holiday season. Finding the perfect gift for your special four-legged friend can be difficult, so our team at LaGrange Veterinary Hospital wants to provide pointers that will help you choose holiday gifts that keep your pet safe and [...]

Few words strike terror in pet-owner hearts more than hearing, “Your pet needs medication.” Those words seem to echo mockingly off the four exam room walls. You know you should be listening as the veterinarian outlines your pet’s prescription, but you’re too busy having mental flashbacks to the last paws-and-claws battle royale earlier this year. [...]

You know when your dog whines at the door that they need a potty break, and you know that your cat is telling you dinner time has arrived when they start yowling in the kitchen. However, many behaviors your pet exhibits are simply perplexing. Our team at LaGrange Veterinary Hospital wants to help explain these [...]

If your cat is thinking outside of the box when it comes to urinating, you likely feel frustrated and confused. This problem can appear at any time in male or female cats of any age, including cats with a previously perfect record of litter box use. So why do some good cats go “bad?” Feline [...]

Pets are curious creatures who explore their world using all five senses. Unfortunately, some mischievous dogs and cats rely too heavily on “taste,” and find themselves in a world of trouble. Each year, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) handles more than 200,000 calls about known or suspected pet toxin exposures, many involving a [...]