Posts in Category: Pet Wellness and Preventive Care

The crisp fall air signals cooler weather, cozy evenings, and colorful foliage. But as the seasons change, so do your pet’s health and wellness needs. Just like humans, pets are affected by environmental shifts, and a little extra care this season can make a big difference in their comfort and health.

The following Oroville vet fall pet tips can help you keep your furry companion happy, healthy, and active all season long.

It is true that parasites definitely peak during the late spring and summer months. You might think that means a bit of a parasite reprieve in the following months. The truth is, parasites, such as fleas, ticks, and mosquitos don’t have an off-season. This underscores the importance of year-round parasite prevention, and we’re here to help owners protect their pets. 

Summer is full of outdoor fun and time to make memories with your family—both human and furry. While we can all enjoy the freedom of a beautiful summer day, there are some elements of the season that can be problematic for your pets. Keep an eye out for these summer skin problems in pets so you know how to get them the relief they need.

Wellness checkups are an essential piece of your pet’s overall health. When you tend to daily elements of pet wellness, you follow the path toward long-term health for your furry friends. Keep reading to learn more about how these checkups can enhance the time you have with your pets.

As we kick off a new year, it is a great time to think about how we can do better. Oroville Animal Health Center has some wonderful ideas about how to include pet health resolutions in your plans for 2025. 

The winter months can be dry and dreary, but that doesn’t mean that your pet’s coat needs to be. Proper pet grooming habits may need a little TLC in the winter, but maintaining pet coat health is definitely doable. Oroville Animal Health Center is here to share our winter pet grooming advice. 

As the leaves turn golden and the air gets that deliciously crisp bite, you’re probably looking forward to all the coziness fall brings. But we can’t forget that fall brings several potential seasonal pet hazards with it, too. The team at Oroville Animal Health Center wants to help your furry family members stay safe with these 3 practical fall pet safety tips.

Springtime allergies are borne from reactions to tree and flower pollen (among lots of other things), and millions of pets and people alike suffer from symptoms. Fall allergies may not be as well known, but ragweed, mold spores, dust mites, and more can trigger a range of symptoms in pets. Environmental allergies can be supported at home, and when your pet needs more than an air filter, we are always here for them.  

It’s no secret that pets are deeply attached to both their humans and their household routines. They anticipate certain events like meal times and bathroom breaks. But what happens when these sweet, ever-present creatures of habit have to face feelings of loneliness, isolation, or solitude? It’s back to school season across the country, and no one is more surprised, or unnerved, by this than the family pet. 

There’s so much to love about summer, but the season can bring some unexpected risks for our pets. Warm weather and outdoor activities increase the likelihood of picking up parasites, for example. When we stay in front of fleas and ticks, and the variety of issues they cause, pets have a better chance of enjoying all that summer has to offer.