by Franklin Ranch Pet Hospital | Jun 1, 2020 | Blog
Bees, wasps, and hornets are buzzing around as summer enters full swing, enticing pets to snap, sniff, or swat at these vibrating creatures. Being on the wrong end of a bee’s stinger can create a painful allergic reaction in your furry pal since pets can be as...
by Franklin Ranch Pet Hospital | May 10, 2020 | Blog
Bringing home a shelter or rescue pet is exciting, but it also requires some effort to ensure a smooth transition. This is especially true for pets who may have gone from home to home before you became their forever family. What will the first few days, weeks, and...
by Franklin Ranch Pet Hospital | Apr 14, 2020 | Blog
April is National Heartworm Awareness Month. This disease is one of the most painful, deadly, and costly parasitic infections. Fortunately, it’s also one of the easiest to prevent. Here are 11 facts about the mosquito-transmitted disease: Heartworm disease...
by Franklin Ranch Pet Hospital | Mar 12, 2020 | Blog
Ah, springtime. Beautiful flowers, perfect weather, and…external parasites! Unfortunately, fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes enjoy warmer temperatures as much as we do. Keep these pesky blood-suckers from feasting on your pet and transmitting potentially...
by Franklin Ranch Pet Hospital | Feb 7, 2020 | Blog, Health, Parasite prevention
It’s never easy keeping our pets free from pests, especially during the warmer months, but knowing a few tips can help protect your pet and family! 1. Use a Long Lasting Flea and Tick Prevention Product This is the number one way to protect your pet from flea and...
by Franklin Ranch Pet Hospital | Feb 2, 2020 | Blog
Is your cat going outside of the litterbox? Since cats aren’t vindictive creatures, this behavior may be alarming. One of the main causes of inappropriate urination is feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC), a urinary condition. Feline idiopathic cystitis signs FIC...
