HomeAgain Mircochips has a special page dedicated on their website to the found pets. It is important for us to celebrate with pet owners when they are relocated with their owners. It is such a special time for both the pet and the pet owner. Here is a link to the website if you [...]
You walk down the street and see a service dog coming with their handler. Though it may be tempting to treat a service dog just like a family pet… here are some tips from PetMD to make sure you are using the proper etiquette. Speaking to the Service Dog Team That's right, the service dog [...]
April 1st- April 30th Gilbertsville Veterinary Hospital wants to "Celebrate the bond between kids and their pets." Go to our Facebook page and post a pic of your kids and pets bonding. If you are not on Facebook, go to gilbertsvillevet.com and click on the entry form to upload a pic and we will feature [...]
HomeAgain Microchip A HomeAgain Microchip is a permanent identification that is implanted under your pet’s skin. About the size of a grain of rice, it is easily implanted between the shoulder blades and often done while your pet is under anesthesia. Should your pet find itself in a shelter or veterinary hospital, it can be [...]
What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is the one of the world’s most common diseases that is transmitted from animals to people yet is relatively unknown. It is transmitted to humans by contaminated water getting into breaks in the skin, the eyes, or the mucous membranes. The water is contaminated by infected animals, primarily rats, mice [...]
1 in 8 dogs tested positive for Lyme disease in Pennsylvania. Did you know that dogs are 50% more likely to contract lyme disease than humans? Dogs have been diagnosed with lyme disease in the 48 contiguous states. We have a responsibility as pet parents to provide protection diseases like lyme. Lyme [...]
When your pet has a medical emergency, it is important be prepared before it occurs. Know how your veterinarian handles emergencies and where to go if you have one. You can also be prepared for emergencies by putting together a pet first aid kit. First aid is not a substitute for veterinary treatment. However, before you are [...]
What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is the one of the world’s most common diseases that is transmitted from animals to people yet is relatively unknown. It is transmitted to humans by contaminated water getting into breaks in the skin, the eyes, or the mucous membranes. The water is contaminated by infected animals, primarily rats, mice and [...]
Did you know that you can use your Gilbertsville Veterinary Hospital Pet Portal to create detailed pet care instructions to leave for your pet sitter or kennel staff? Instructions will include up to date vaccine status and current medications and schedules. Print legible instructions for each of your pets now and save the instructions for [...]
With all the snow we have been having this winter our minds are starting to wander to the sunny days of spring and summer. You may be thinking about where you would like to venture to for your summer vacation. In an ideal scenario, you may choose a place that allows you to bring your [...]