Animal Emergency Care of Braselton

We are approaching the height of the winter. Amidst all the festivities and hullabaloo of Christmas and New Year's celebrations, it is pretty easy to forget that this is arguably the toughest time of the year for our pets. The chilly weather presents numerous problems to pets, particularly to dog breeds that are not accustomed to living in freezing temperatures. Add to that the various hazards that are synonymous with sub-zero weather, and you have a recipe for a looming disaster. Fortunately, we have compiled a few handy tips on ensuring your dog's safety this winter.  Protect Your Dog’s Paws The chemicals (including salt) that are usually used by the local authorities to keep our roads and pavements ice-free can do a number on your pet's paws. So be sure to rinse out and wipe their paws using a damp towel every time they leave your compound, either for a walk or a trip to the vet's office. If possible, use paw booties or coat their paws with petroleum jelly to minimiz...

You are a responsible pet parent; you make sure that your dog's vaccine schedules are met, take all the necessary precautions, and ensure your furry friend lives the most comfortable life. However, one day you notice a strange oozing from your dog's mouth. It is whitish and has a foamy texture. While you may be tempted to reach out to your vet, read on to understand if that step is necessary.  Foaming of a dog's mouth is generally characterized by excessive drooling, often differentiated from the normally thin and clear drool by its whitish appearance. Most often, dogs will foam when they have engaged in an intensive activity or have been more active than usual. Therefore, you should not worry if the drooling happens after your dog's evening walk or a play day at the park. Some puppies may foam at the mouth when they are teething. Further, a few medications will lead to dogs foaming at the mouth, especially with antibiotics or anti-parasitic tablets. However, if none of...

Keeping a cat indoors and having houseplants can be a tricky affair, especially considering that quite a few are particularly toxic to kitties. Luckily for you, we have researched and compiled a list of some of the most common potentially toxic plants to cats that you should be on the lookout for. Here's a quick primer on that. - Lilies Lilies are some of the most common houseplants that are poisonous to cats. It does not help that there are quite a few types of lilies, including Daylilies, Peace lilies, and Asiatic lilies. Remember that these plants are quite common in gift pots and bouquets, making them particularly accessible to domesticated cats. What's more, they are typically passed around as gifts during holidays, particularly around Easter and New Year. - Aloe Vera It might come as a surprise that species from the Aloe family are toxic to domestic cats considering that this plant is used to treat rashes, minor burns, and insect bites. Therefore, it may sound ironic that...