The answer- It depends. It depends on the species (dog or cat), the breed of the dog, and the lifestyle of the dog. Spaying is the procedure performed on female animals to remove the ovaries and usually the uterus as well. We (veterinarians) recommend to spay animals...
Spring is here and with that slowly comes rain (sometimes snow), greener grass, and the dreaded mosquitoes. Rather than just the usual annoyance, mosquitoes also bring disease not only for people but also our furry companions. Heartworm Disease is a very serious...
The last couple years have been stressful to everyone as a community. We have been emotionally and physically taxed. As a veterinary community we are feeling the stress of still being needed more than ever but there are new obstacles to work around. Employees need to...
As a groomer, we want to build a different relationship with our clients. We want both owners and pets to trust us. I personally love when a client comes to me when they get a new puppy, because starting a puppy at a young age is the best way to get them used to...
Kennel cough, also called canine infectious respiratory disease or infectious tracheobronchitis, is an infectious bronchitis of dogs characterized by a harsh, hacking cough. This cough can be described as a goose honk cough and many people worry there may be something...
It’s hard to watch how quickly our pets turn from a cute little puppy or kitten into what we in the profession qualify as “senior”. For our feline patient’s senior encompasses anything 7+ years, and for canines 5+ years (there is more wiggle room for canines due to...
Regenerative Medicine utilizes the body’s own cells to heal and regenerate damaged tissues in acute and chronic conditions. These conditions include osteoarthritis (pain in the joints) and soft tissue injuries (strained ligaments and tendons). Commonly these injuries...
Wellness is defined by Oxford Language as “ the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal”. Wellness is the core of what we do at Altitude Veterinary Hospital. We want to help you actively pursue a state of good health for your pets. This...
Some of us are settling in for the season but others are still actively making travel plans this year! For those snow birds or adventurous spirits traveling year round with your pets, it will help you to know that there are very serious life threatening diseases near...
…although Wyoming always seems to be confused with that concept! The arrival of spring means parasites are on the rise for dogs as well as cats! There are two different types of parasites to consider when we think of preventative measures: internal and external...
We’re excited to be expanding our services to Casper’s east side. Same higher level of care and great service, in a convenient location near the Hilltop Shopping Center. Welcome to Altitude East, coming in the Fall of 2020!
