Walking your dog in the neighborhood is fine for the weekdays. But when the weekend rolls around, try planning an outing a little further from home. Now that summer is here, this is prime time for play time! So, grab your walking leash, a waste bag and water for [READ MORE]
By Dr. Ashley Powell, DVM The holidays are almost here! Soon, we’ll be putting up decorations, preparing holiday meals and treats, and convening with family and friends—furry ones included. To ensure that this time together is safe and enjoyable for you and your four-legged companions, we have compiled [READ MORE]
The value of having animals undergo an annual physical checkup is widely known and practiced. But many pet owners don’t always recognize that eyesight and ocular health are an integral part of their pet’s overall health and wellbeing. You may have wondered what takes place during an initial examination. [READ MORE]
Your pet just underwent ophthalmic surgery and has been given an E-collar to wear. It may seem novel or amusing at first, seeing your pet adorned in the “cone of shame.” Soon, clumsiness ensues. Doorjambs, water bowls, even children and the backs of legs get in the way of [READ MORE]
Animal Vision Center of Virginia is a proud member of the Coastal Virginia Veterinary Medical Association, a charitable organization that supports our region’s veterinary community. As part of the organization’s region-wide educational outreach initiative, they have provided the following tips and advice for new pet owners. We hope it [READ MORE]
Warm weather has arrived in Hampton Roads. That means we’ll be ramping up the fun factor when it comes to outdoor play for us—and our pets. Just as you would protect yourself against summer’s sizzling rays and temperatures, we should also take similar precautions on behalf of our canine [READ MORE]
What are your plans to honor Earth Day this year? Some of our team members will be getting back to nature by hiking in nearby parks, walking on the beach and enjoying time outside. Of course, all of these activities will involve their pets too! This had us thinking about [READ MORE]
Tucked as we are in this temperate corner of Southeastern Virginia, we don’t face freezing weather too often. On the occasions we do get snow and ice, we need to make sure our pets can go outside to stretch their legs, take a walk and do their business without harm. [READ MORE]
Meet Prancer, a sweet lady we met last fall. After presenting to a local veterinary hospital with signs of decreased energy and appetite and squinting in her eyes, fluids were administered under the skin for concern of a toxin ingestion and stomach pain. Over a few days, things changed [READ MORE]
Uveitis is an ocular condition that occurs when the uveal tract within the eye becomes inflamed, which can lead to alterations in vision, intraocular pressure and comfort. Read on for common clinical signs, how we test for the condition, causes, and treatment options. Uveitis is inflammation of [READ MORE]
