Archives: General Health

Common Dog Care Mistakes
September 1, 2020

September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month. Our canine pals are wonderful pets, but they really do need lots of love and daily care. And, while we’ve been friends with Fido … Read More »
Posted in Dog Care, General Health Tagged canine diet, canine nutrition, dental care for dogs, dog care, dog care mistakes, dog care tips, dog commands, dog dental care, dog diet, dog exercise, dog health, dog nutrition, dog training, dog veterinary care, keeping your dog healthy, vet clinic Frisco TX, vet clinic Plano TX
Your Dog and Rattlesnakes
April 1, 2020

Texas is home to a wide range of wildlife. Unfortunately, not all of them are friendly. One particular critter that dog owners should always be aware of is the rattlesnake. … Read More »
Posted in Dog Care, General Care, General Health Tagged basic dog commands, dog commands, dog night walk, dog training tips, dog vaccination, dog vaccines, dogs and rattlesnakes, rattlesnake bite in pets, rattlesnakes and pets, veterinarian Frisco TX, veterinarian Plano TX, walking your dog at night, your dog and rattlesnakes
COVID-19 Updates
March 23, 2020

Keeping you and your pets healthy In an effort to keep our clients and staff safe during this uncertain time with COVID-19, we will be personally calling to confirm all … Read More »
Posted in General Health, Illness & Disease
Valentine’s Day Hazards for Pets
February 1, 2020

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! You may already be seeing lots of cards and candies popping up in stores. This sweet holiday does present a few hazards for … Read More »
Posted in Cat Care, Dog Care, General Health Tagged chocolate poisoning in pets, pet hazards, pet safety, pet safety tips, pets and alcohol, pets and candy, toxic flowers for pets, toxic plants for pets, Valentine's Day pet hazards, Valentine's Day pet safety, veterinary clinic Frisco TX, veterinary clinic Plano TX, xylitol poisoning in pets
Fido’s Fitness Regimen
September 1, 2019

Is your canine buddy getting enough exercise? Some dogs are naturally energetic, while others are basically furry couch potatoes. However, all of our four-legged friends need proper activity to stay … Read More »
Posted in Dog Care, General Health Tagged dog care tips, dog exercise, dog exercise method, dog exercise methods, dog fitness routine, dog games, dog health tips, dog's fitness regimen, exercising your dog, how to exercise dog, how to exercise your dog, swimming with dog, vet clinic Frisco TX, vet clinic Plano TX
5 Things That Pose Dangers For Texas Dogs
August 1, 2019

We love living in the Lone Star State! Texas can also be a pretty great place for dogs. Fido gets to enjoy year-round warm-weather, and has plenty of places to … Read More »
Posted in Dog Care, General Care, General Health Tagged dangerous wildlife for dogs, dog hazard tips, dog hazards, dog safety, dog safety tips, dogs and alligators, dogs and coyotes, dogs and snakes, hot weather dog care, keeping dog safe outdoors, outdoor dog safety, summer dog care, veterinarian Frisco TX, veterinarian Plano TX
Barbeque Safety For Dogs
July 1, 2019

The 4th is just around the corner! Here in Texas, barbeques are pretty much mandatory for the summer holiday… not that we need much of an excuse to cook out. … Read More »
Posted in Dog Care, General Care, General Health Tagged barbeque safety for dogs, dog frightened of fireworks, dog hazards, dog hazards tips, dog heat, dog party safety, dog picnic safety, dog safety tips, dogs and fireworks, Fourth of July dog safety, July 4th dog safety, keeping dog safe in summer, vet Frisco TX, vet Plano TX
Keeping Your Dog Hydrated
June 15, 2019

Summer is a pretty fun time for dogs. However, the heat can be hard on Fido. After all, he is wearing a fur coat, and can only cool himself off … Read More »
Posted in Dog Care, General Care, General Health Tagged canned dog food, dog care tips, dog cool in hot weather, dog hydration, dog hydration tips, dog water, fresh water for dogs, heat exhaustion in dogs, hot weather dog care, how to keep dog hydrated, keeping dog cool, keeping dog hydrated, pet clinic Frisco TX, pet clinic Plano TX, summer dog care
Hot Weather Care for Older Dogs
May 1, 2019

Summer is coming! This time of year can be rough on Fido, especially as he ages. You’ll want to take some steps to keep your pooch safe and comfortable in … Read More »
Posted in Dog Care, General Care, General Health Tagged aging dog care, cold snacks for dogs, dog exercise, dog exercise tips, dog paw care, dog swimming, elderly dog care, fresh water for dog, hot weather care for dogs, hot weather dog care, older dog care, senior dog care, senior dog care tips, summer care for senior dogs, summer dog care tips, vet clinic Frisco TX, vet clinic Plano TX
Heartworm Awareness Month
April 1, 2019

Did you know that April is Heartworm Awareness Month? It’s also International Guitar Month and National Poetry Month. While guitars and poems are definitely much more pleasant than heartworms, it … Read More »
Posted in Dog Care, General Health, Illness & Disease Tagged dog heartworm, dog heartworm preventatives, dog heartworm symptoms, Heartworm Awareness Month, heartworm medication, heartworm preventatives, heartworm symptoms, heartworm transmission, heartworm treatment, heartworms in dogs, treating heartworms in dogs, veterinarian Frisco TX, veterinarian Plano TX

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Meow Like a Pirate Day
Sep 15
There’s a pretty fun holiday coming up September 19th: it’s Meow Like A Pirate Day! (Yes, really.) This is actually a twist on Talk Like A Pirate Day, which is … Read More »
Common Dog Care Mistakes
Sep 01
September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month. Our canine pals are wonderful pets, but they really do need lots of love and daily care. And, while we’ve been friends with Fido … Read More »
National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day
Aug 15
August 22nd is Take Your Cat To The Vet Day! Here at Coit Hedgcoxe Animal Hospital, we like to mark the many pet-themed days and occasions. Of course, some of … Read More »