by Alpine Animal Hospital | Jul 30, 2016 | Blog
By Chuck Maker, DVMHorses can’t “chill out” as easily as humans – they need a little help especially at our altitude with its relatively low humidity and high UV index and thin air. Summertime is great – but hot, especially this year, it...
by Alpine Animal Hospital | Jul 27, 2016 | Blog
By Kelly Stalpes, DVM We’ve all heard the phrase “you are what you eat” in reference to our dietary choices. Food matters and is a large component of a healthy lifestyle not only for us, but for our pets as well. Proper diets can contribute to overall wellness,...
by Alpine Animal Hospital | Jun 29, 2016 | Blog
By Chuck Maker, DVM Summer is in full-swing and with the lovely weather comes an increase in bugs. Bites or stings can cause itching or painful swelling at the site, and they may become prone to infection. To keep your horse comfortable, it is important to watch for...
by Alpine Animal Hospital | Jun 7, 2016 | Blog
by Meggie Garvey, DVMLiving here in Colorado at high altitude predisposes horses to certain diseases due to UV light exposure. One of these diseases is a tumor called squamous cell carcinoma that can affect various parts of the body, especially the eye. Squamous cell...
by Alpine Animal Hospital | May 24, 2016 | Blog
by Melissa Gisleson, DVM As the summer nears and the weather continues to warm up, it is important to be mindful of the impact it can have on our pets. Dogs, especially, are spending a lot more time outdoors and traveling with their owners which can be a lot of fun,...
by Alpine Animal Hospital | May 17, 2016 | Blog
by Meggie Garvey, DVM It’s that time of year again – allergy season! With warmer weather and grasses and trees growing again, many of our pets become very itchy. Why does this happen and what can we do about it? When dogs (or cats) itch, the most common reason is...
