Miss-Lou Veterinary Hospital

02/17/2026

It’s Responsible Pet Owners Month, the month of February. Everyone knows that the 14th is a time to think of love, yes. But for the whole month, and every minute, who really loves you more than your dog, cat, or other furry or feathered friend? We’ve read books and watched movies where dogs or c...

02/13/2026

Each year our experts at ASPCA Poison Control see a rise in cases around February 14, many involving chocolate or lilies. Valentine’s Day can be as much fun for pets as it is for humans — as long as dangerous items are kept out of paws’ reach! Forbidden Chocolates and Sweets Seasoned pet lover...

02/10/2026

We all know someone with a dog that barks incessantly, climbs on furniture, and fights with other dogs — and that dog isn’t nearly as fun to be around as other dogs. Dog training can be expensive, time intensive and parallel to parenting when you aren’t quite ready to become a parent. Dog trai...

02/07/2026

Dental health is a very important part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems. Your pet’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by your veterinarian for early signs of problems and to keep your pet’s mouth healthy. Ha...

02/04/2026

Bringing our beloved pets to the vet to be spayed or neutered can be a difficult task for many pet owners. Some pet owners may view spaying or neutering as more harmful than beneficial for their furry companions, but the truth is that these procedures not only help our pets but the entire animal com...

01/29/2026

Every dog has his day or month and that month is here! January is Unchain a Dog Month. There is nothing a dog likes better than being free. These beautiful creatures thrive on the love and companionship of their human friends. Being tethered for long hours is detrimental to their physical and psycho...

01/24/2026

With winter weather rolling across more than half the country right now, this felt worth resharing. ❄️
A quick refresher on keeping our pets safe, comfortable, and healthy during winter weather conditions.

You're probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather and leaving pets in hot cars. But do you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to animals' health? Both pets and livestock can be at risk. Keeping pets safe during cold weather Winter wellness: Has your pet had his/her prev...

01/23/2026

Change a Pet’s Life Day is celebrated annually on January 24. This day isn’t only life-changing for our pets, it changes our lives for the better too. Everyone can agree that having a pet brings a limitless amount of happiness and solace since they give us their eternal love, devotion, and suppo...

01/12/2026

You're probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather and leaving pets in hot cars. But do you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to animals' health? Both pets and livestock can be at risk. Keeping pets safe during cold weather Winter wellness: Has your pet had his/her prev...

01/09/2026

Dogs come trained in loyalty, unconditional love, and friendship. It’s only the easy stuff that they need to learn. True, teaching all the other stuff can be daunting but all we need is the right advice at the right time. How does the beginning of the year sound? January is National Train Your Dog...

01/07/2026

When we are inside on beautiful, warm days, the outside calls to us, and it’s easy to jump off our couches and take our pups for a long walk. However, in the cold month of January, it can understandably be a little more difficult to drag yourself out of your cozy home, and dog walks may feel more ...

12/31/2025