Heartworm disease is a term that strikes fear in the hearts of pet owners everywhere and with good reason. This potentially fatal disease is present in all 50 states and can be transmitted year-round. Fortunately, prevention is safe, effective, and convenient. Here’s what the Greenfield Veterinary Clinic team wants every pet owner to know about [...]

Your home may provide comfort and security for you and your family, including your furry family members. However, many seemingly innocent items, such as cleaners, food, and small objects, can be dangerous for your pet—some of which may surprise you. Our Greenfield Veterinary Clinic team covers common household pet dangers to help you keep your [...]

Medication toxicity impacts more than 42,000 cats and dogs each year, making this one of the most common forms of pet poisoning. Most people’s medicine cabinets are full of medications in various forms—pills, capsules, and liquids—that put our pets at risk. Some pet owners unknowingly medicate their pets with their own pills for pain or [...]

Periodontal disease is pets’ most commonly diagnosed dental disease, but unfortunately, the condition is often a silent disease until the signs have become advanced. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, which is the perfect time to highlight this largely preventable condition. Our team at Greenfield Veterinary Clinic values every part of your pet’s well-being—including [...]

To maintain your pet’s health, you provide them with an appropriate nutritious diet, adequate physical exercise, and regular veterinary visits. While these are essential for your pet’s long-term well-being, remember that your furry pal’s oral health is equally important. Like people, pets need proper dental care to prevent issues, such as tartar buildup, gum disease, [...]

Unfortunately, pet food labels and their nutrition facts are not as useful and easy to understand as they are for human foods, but they still provide important information for evaluating your pet’s diet. By learning how to evaluate a diet based on the label information—and by contacting the manufacturer, if needed—you can choose a well-balanced [...]

Hi! My name’s Jack, and I’m a miniature schnauzer living right here in beautiful Greenfield, Wisconsin, with my human, Sarah. What a week I’ve had! It’s been so strange, I just had to share my story with you. (Thanks to the great folks at Greenfield Veterinary Clinic for letting me contribute to their blog!)  This [...]

Cats and dogs find themselves in all sorts of situations that require veterinary care, whether they go through the trash can or develop chronic skin allergies. In some cases, your pet may suffer from more serious illnesses, such as a fractured leg or cancer. When your furry pal requires veterinary care, no matter the reason, [...]

Pets can add companionship, love, and laughter to a family and fill a void. But, to ensure a successful and mutually beneficial relationship, would-be pet owners must carefully consider the family’s needs, resources, and desires, and those of the prospective pet. Here are eight important considerations for a family trying to determine which pet will [...]

A “zoonotic disease” may make you think of something you can get from wildlife, but the term actually refers to a disease you can get from any animal, including your pet. Read on to learn about zoonotic disease transmission, and how you can prevent your furry pal from sharing illnesses. #1: Your pet’s mouth isn’t [...]