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Rabbit care – tips for new pet owners
If you are considering taking a pet rabbit into your home, here are a few things you need to know: Rabbits are not rodents, they are Lagamorphs. There are many breeds to choose from, and their typical life span is
YMCA Future Vets Camp Part One – Dr. Joe Martins, DVM on Pet Care
The Hillsborough YMCA offers week-long specialty camps throughout the summer, introducing the children to a variety of subjects. One such camp called Future Vets, under the supervision of Laura Rodriguez, Associate Program Director, gave Dr. Martins, DVM and technician Mark
Grain Free Dog Food and Heart Disease
September 2018 – Grain Free Dog Food and Heart Disease As many of you have seen, there have been multiple news articles and social media posts about the risk of feeding grain free dog food and dogs being diagnosed with
Tick Alert: It’s not just the deer tick anymore
April 2018 – Tick Alert: It’s not just the deer tick anymore… Lyme disease has been on the rise over the years spread by the tiny and well-known blacklegged tick (often referred to as the deer tick). However, another possibility
Traumatic Brain Injury and our pets
March 2018 – Traumatic Brain Injury and our pets Just like humans, our pets can sustain trauma to the head resulting in traumatic brain injury (TBI). Head trauma is a medical emergency and can have far reaching health effects, so
Guinea Pig facts and basic husbandry
Thinking about adding a Guinea pig (or two) as a member of your family? Guinea pigs make great pets. However, a basic understanding about their care and feeding requirements will go a long way in managing your pet’s health and
Pet Food Recalls and What You Need to Know
June 2017 News from Belle Mead Animal Hospital Pet Food Recalls and What You Need to Know This month there were several more pet food recalls announced which should be a concern to all pet owners. Because pets are family,
New Puppy Handout
New Puppy Handout Coming to your home is a big change for your new puppy when it is 6-8 weeks old and was just separated from its mom and siblings. Here is some advice. Feed your puppy the same food
Dr. Martins takes part in the Hillsborough Girl Scouts Paws for a Cause project
The Hillsborough Girl Scout Troop 60527 recently organized a project called “Paws for a Cause” to gain their Bronze Award status. They invited Joe Martins, DVM, to make an address on responsible pet care as part of the project. The
Environmental enrichment for exotic companion mammals
Environmental enrichment is just as necessary for exotic companion mammals as it is for dogs and cats. A loving pet parent who offers routine veterinary care and proper nutrition can also easily enhance their small pet’s quality of life just