The Pet Gear Hall of Fame… for Injuries: What to Avoid and Why We all want what is best for our dogs and cats, and sometimes that means purchasing new gear or finding the perfect toy to keep them happy and entertained. It can feel like you need a whole warehouse of supplies just to [...]

Daily Dental Care for Pets: Choosing Products That Protect Their Teeth Brushing a dog's teeth seems straightforward until you try it and realize not every pet is on board. Some accept it. Others resist. Many tolerate it without enthusiasm. The challenge isn't just cooperation, but picking products and techniques that truly prevent disease, not just [...]

Managing Feline Hypertension for Long-Term HealthIt’s often a subtle shift. Maybe your cat seems a little less energetic, or their appetite changes slightly. When your veterinarian delivers a diagnosis of hypertension, it can feel alarming. How can something as simple as high blood pressure threaten the well-being of your animal- and why didn’t you notice [...]

Dog Allergies: How to Tell When It's More Than an Itch Persistent scratching and irritated skin are not just seasonal issues. They are often signs of an allergy. Understanding whether the trigger is environmental or dietary allows veterinarians to design effective treatments that soothe your pet’s skin and stop the itch. At Willow Wood Animal [...]

Hard Truths About Hard Stools: What Cat Owners Need to Know Your cat’s litter box can reveal more than you think. Maybe your cat seems restless after using the box, leaves behind small, dry pellets, or stops covering their waste. These subtle signs often point to constipation- a common but potentially serious issue, especially in [...]

Understanding Diarrhea in Dogs: When to Worry and What to Do It’s one of those moments no dog owner wants to experience: you’re halfway through your morning routine when you hear the unmistakable sound of your dog having an accident in the hallway. Diarrhea is messy, uncomfortable (for both of you), and-while common-can sometimes be [...]

Cat Seizures: Causes, Symptoms, and What You Can Do Witnessing your cat have a seizure is a moment that stays with you. One minute your cat may seem perfectly fine, purring or rubbing against your leg, and the next, their body stiffens, they tremble, or even lose consciousness. As frightening as it looks, seizures are [...]

At Willow Wood Animal Hospital, we understand how unsettling it is to see your cat vomit- especially when it happens more than once. Whether it’s a hairball on the carpet or an unexpected episode after a meal, vomiting can leave even seasoned cat owners wondering: Is this normal, or should I be concerned? You're not [...]

Heart disease is a leading health concern in dogs, affecting canines across all life stages and breeds. While it’s more commonly diagnosed in senior dogs, heart conditions can also impact younger pets—especially those with genetic predispositions. One of the biggest challenges for dog owners is recognizing the early signs of heart disease, which are often [...]