Is your pet unsettled by loud noises? Does the vacuum cleaner send them into deep seclusion? Do fireworks spark frantic pet behavior? Can a summer storm trigger a swath of destructive digging and chewing? If you answered “Yes” to these questions, your pet may be suffering from noise aversion, which is an anxiety disorder that [...]
In the spring and summer, ticks are abundant. They pose a huge problem for wildlife and livestock who spend all their time outdoors. Ticks aren’t picky about where they get their meals, gladly feeding on animals and humans. Each time a tick feeds, they can pick up and subsequently transmit multiple serious and life-threatening diseases [...]
Most people consider their pet a family member, whom they allow to curl up in their lap, sleep in their bed, and lick their face, but this close contact can facilitate disease transmission. While owning a pet offers many more benefits than risks, you should be aware that your pet can transmit diseases to you. [...]
Summer is in full swing, and with the temperatures soaring, pet owners have a responsibility to ensure their pets stay cool and comfortable. While keeping your pet cool might seem like common sense, there are some surprising myths that exist about pet heat safety, and our team at Billings Animal Family Hospital is here to [...]
Does your pet regularly cower in the corner or hide under the bed when they hear a loud noise? They could have a noise aversion (i.e., excessive fear associated with certain sounds), a condition that—shockingly—affects roughly one-third of all dogs, and is one of the most frequently diagnosed problems in family pets. But, what exactly [...]
Pets love play time, and each one has their own favorite toy. Toys can be beneficial to keep your pet happy, and calm during times of stress, but knowing which ones are safe for your pet can be difficult. The team at Billings Animal Family Hospital would like to help you make the right choice [...]
As the holiday season kicks into high gear, your to-do list is likely overflowing with items that still need to be checked off. During this chaotic time, things can easily fall through the cracks, especially when it comes to keeping your holiday decor safe from your pet, and vice versa. Fortunately, your Billings Animal Family [...]
The current “safer at home” measures have meant more time with our pets. Dogs are social and love to be with their pack/family. Cats and other pets have become accustomed to having us around more, too. When we transition back to school and work, our pets may feel that their world has been turned upside-down. [...]
Summertime is full of foods cooked on the grill, lake adventures, and the highlight of the season—July Fourth. As the most dazzling summer holiday approaches, follow these seven tips, to keep your furry pal safe and happy, despite the exploding fireworks overhead. #1: Beat the heat with cool pet treats When the summer heats up, [...]
Normalcy during a pandemic is not easy. Struggling to find all the supplies needed to keep your family healthy, clean, and fed at home is quite the challenge—not to mention the additional stress from job lay-offs, school closings, and sick friends and family. We understand that coping with the COVID-19 crisis is a juggling act, [...]