Gina Delkus

Why care for your pet’s teeth? It is for the very same reason you care for your own. As humans, we understand the importance of dental care, this is why we perform daily oral care and routinely visit our dentist. Yet, despite our awareness of its importance, many pet owners do not realize that their pets are subject to this same problem too. The need to keep our teeth healthy is no different when it comes to our pet. According to a recent study, 85% of all pets suffer from some form of dental disease. If we let our pet suffer from this problem, it can lead to a more serious and severe medical condition that can take the life of our beloved pet. The buildup of bacteria on the surface of teeth can spread throughout the body and can negatively affect the heart, kidney, liver and other body organ of your pet. Most pets like dogs and cats are capable of hiding dental pain, this is why pet owners sometimes overlook dental conditions of their pet. Just because you don’t notice...

Caring for exotics pets have become more popular nowadays even though they are much more difficult to take care of than traditional canine and feline pets. Here are the things to consider before adding an out-of-ordinary pet to your household. Learn everything about your exotic pet If you are going to keep an exotic pet in your home then you need to at least educate yourself to provide the right habitat they need to live and survive. Make time to understand and learn everything about that type of species, from their foods requirements to their living conditions. If you are looking for an animal practice that can give the right information for proper care and nutrition to your exotic pet, try visiting South Bellmore Veterinary Group. Proper nutrition Exotic pets require special diets, there are some foods that may be toxic to them so we recommend asking your vet first before feeding your pet with human foods and other types of meals meant for traditional pets only. ...

Keeping a pet at home is a long-term commitment with huge responsibilities. Here are several factors regarding pet health care that you must know. Proper nutrition and regular exercise In providing food, make sure to give the right amount of nutrition your pet needs. Just like in humans, the food your pet eats will fuel his body to perform normal daily activities and fight-off disease and infection. Along with providing the appropriate food is maintaining regular exercise to make your pet healthy physically and mentally. Proper oral care Neglecting the importance of oral care may result in a variety of health problems such as heart disease, diabetes and other form of organ failure. Thus, it is essential to routinely clean your pet’s teeth and gums and bring him for wellness examinations to your vet for early detection of dental disease. Preventative care Preventive veterinary care is important. While it might seem that bringing your pet to a regular check-up...

If you are moving to another city or state far away from your pet’s current veterinarian, then you should start looking for a new vet now. Ask your vet if he can recommend a practice near the place you intend to live, they often have a list of active AVMA members or colleagues who have the same services and specializations in the area which can certainly handle your pet. Or, ask your neighbors with pets on the most closes vet practice with quality healthcare and no complaints or any warning signs of a bad review, they will often be glad to recommend their chosen vet to you.  For most of us, choosing the right vet is much more challenging than looking for the best doctor for ourselves. Here’s a guide to finding a vet who can understand you and your pet concerns. Good rapport Make sure that you feel free and comfortable in asking questions and that he is willing to answer any of it so that you can understand perfectly what he is trying to say. In medicine, there are te...

Moving to a different state and looking for a new vet for your pet friend? Then start a new-vet-shopping right before you start packing. Look for a clinic that will make you and your pet comfortable every time you visit the place. Read these simple pointers I prepared to help you make a confident decision to avoid fake vets in finding the right one: 1. Ask some pet owners about their veterinarians. Recommendations from other pet owners can be a really useful way of finding the right vet. 2. Once you successfully gather up a list of potential vets, check out their website to know more about the clinic and the services it offers. Search for any online reviews about the clinics too. 3. If you have found the best vet you think you like, visit and look around there facility if it’s well-managed and comfortable enough to you and your pet companion. Assess if it’s safe, clean and convenient for your pet friend in case he will need an overnight stay. 4. The vet clinic should com...

Pet obesity is an epidemic. The root cause of obesity is excessive calorie intake which causing the weight gain and excess fat mass on your pet, though in some cases, it may be linked to some specific medical health condition like a hormonal abnormality. Being obese has a negative impact on your pet’s health and longevity because it becomes a risk factor for secondary health problems including diabetes, urinary tract infection, heart disease and kidney malfunction. The best way to manage obesity is by preventing it from happening to your pet. South Bellmore Veterinary Group has veterinary nutritionists who can give weight loss advice and formulate feeding plan and exercise program for your pet companion. Keep in mind that it is necessary to control this type of condition to avoid further risk of serious medical conditions like diabetes mellitus. Diabetes is a chronic condition associated with blood having abnormally high levels of sugar and with symptoms like increase thi...

Much like humans, pets have their own set of health concerns you need to pay attention to. As a pet owner, keep in mind that you are responsible for giving him a healthy life. To help him have a long and happy life, visit your veterinarian regularly and watch out for the following health symptoms: Presence of worms and parasites Generally, there are five types of worms that your pet can get: heartworms, hookworms, tapeworms, roundworms and whipworms. Common symptoms: •             Diarrhea •             Vomiting •             Lack of energy •             Potbellied appearance •             Change of appetite •        ...

When you decided to bring a pet in your life, keep in mind that you are responsible from that day forward for his nutrition, safety, health and well-being. It is an obligation that comes with owning a pet. To ensure their healthy life, you should provide them the best animal care with the help of your chosen vet. Veterinarians play an important role in the lives of your pet. Nowadays, many pet owners fail to recognize how essential it is to have a dependable veterinarian on their side. Your pet needs medical attention from a specialist in animal health, you cannot solely treat or cure your pet at home when they get sick. South Bellmore Veterinary Group can help you in supervising the health and well-being of your pet to ward-off ailments and illnesses. South Bellmore Veterinary Group is an animal hospital which offers high-quality veterinary and surgical service to keep your pet healthy and fit without getting ripped off. Because of their extensive expertise in animal health,...

Owning a pet gives physical and mental benefits, but it does come with a responsibility. Having a pet means the life and well-being of another living thing are in your hands. And just like humans, your pet can get sick too. Even though they may appear healthy outside, there’s a chance that diseases and infections are corrupting their body already. Help your pet prevent illnesses and diseases by bringing him to a vet for a regular examination. It is best to prevent Addisons Disease, Cushings Disease and other fatal diseases than dealing with it when it occurs. Find the right veterinarian with good reviews who can attend to your pets health needs because diseases and illnesses cannot be treated all at home by yourself, veterinarians are needed in order to treat your pet properly . In South Bellmore Veterinary Group, Dr. Robert Foley and other vets on the team are very competent and knowledgeable on different medical problems in animals, they can quickly diagnosed health prob...