Tips & Tricks

As a devoted cat owner and lover, you prioritize your feline friend’s well-being above all—or almost all—else. Part of this pursuit includes acknowledging and safeguarding against invisible but ever-present threats, specifically viral diseases. Viral feline diseases are numerous and varied, so our Greenfield Veterinary Clinic team explains their signs, transmission, prevention, and care to help ensure you’re prepared to support [...]

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 heartworm disease and prevention. Understanding [...]

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 pet safe and healthy. Tasty [...]

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 discomfort, or pets will ingest [...]

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 their oral health—and we’re getting [...]

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, and tooth decay, which can [...]