Bi-Annual Visits for Senior Pets

Questions:  Why does my senior pet need to see the doctor twice a year? If you used the  link to determine your pet’s age in human years, it clearly points out that dogs and cats age much more rapidly than humans. Now consider that your physician advises you to see them annually for a physical [...]

Health Risk Assessment for Senior Pets

Your pet can't talk and often shows no signs when something is wrong.  So how do you know?  To get a more complete picture of your pet's health, we ask clients to complete a Health Risk Assessment prior to their appointments.  This allows your veterinarian to focus on what is important for your pet's health. The [...]

Do You Know Your Cat’s True Age?

Cat Care Just like dogs, cats need to be monitored from kitten to adult.  Young cats are especially prone to urinary tract problems and intestinal parasites and most cats are seniors at the age of seven - nine, which is 40 - 52 in human years.  As a senior, careful monitoring becomes even more important [...]

Do You Know Your Dog’s True Age?

Use the guide below to determine your pet's age in human years. This information was supplied by Antech Diagnostics 2008 6 Years in Human Age My pet is less than 20 pounds so they are approximately 40 years old in human years. My pet is between 21 - 50 pounds so they are approximately 42 years [...]

“Good Deed” Could Have Deadly Reprucussions

"Good Deed" Could Have Deadly Repercussions” We all have a soft heart for dogs, cats and wild animals that appear to be lost or injured. What we don't think about is how we are putting ourselves at risk.  Every time we attempt to help, we are putting ourselves at risk for injury, disease and rabies. [...]

My Dog Needs a License?

According to Pennsylvania's Dog Laws, all dogs over the age of 3 months are required to have a current license.  Is your pet licensed?  The technicians at Gilbertsville Veterinary Hospital get this question a lot so we thought we would share a little information on the topic with you. Options for licensing include: Yearly License the [...]

Celebrating Veterinary Technicians

"I solemnly dedicate myself to aiding animals and society by providing excellent care and services for animals, by alleviating animal suffering, and promoting public health. I accept my obligations to practice my profession conscientiously and with sensitivity, adhering to the profession's Code of Ethics, and furthering my knowledge and competence through a commitment to lifelong [...]

National Veterinary Technician Week

October 14th - 20th is National Veterinary Technician Week. Our team of technicians play a vital role in maintaining the well-being of your pet(s).  They strive to provide the highest level of care as well as support our pet parents with the latest knowledge to maintain a healthy lifestyle at home.  Our technicians are [...]

Pet Poison Helpline

Common household items such as plants, foods, medications and chemicals can harm your pet if ingested.  Kat one of GVH's newest certified veterinary technicians shared this tip for feline pet owners.  Easter Lilies and Poinsettia plants are both beautiful and commonly used to decorate during the holidays.  Keep in mind if you have an indoor [...]

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