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Why is my dog breathing fast? Fast breathing in dogs, known as tachypnea, can be completely normal after exercise or excitement, but it can also signal pain, heat stress, or an underlying medical condition when it happens at rest. Trying to figure out why your dog is breathing fast can be stressful, especially when it’s…

A heart murmur in dogs is an abnormal whooshing or swishing sound heard between normal heartbeats, caused by turbulent blood flow through the heart. Hearing that your dog has a heart murmur during a routine visit can be unsettling, but a dog heart murmur doesn’t automatically mean something is seriously wrong. At Plumtrees Animal Hospital…

The earliest signs of heart failure in dogs typically include a persistent cough, fatigue during normal activity, and labored breathing, especially at rest or overnight. Heart failure isn’t a single disease but rather the result of the heart no longer being able to pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body’s needs. Because the early…

Yes, snake plants are toxic to dogs if chewed or eaten, though the reaction is typically mild to moderate rather than life-threatening. If you’re a plant lover and a dog owner in Danbury, you’ve probably wondered at some point whether the greenery around your home is safe for your curious companion. Snake plants (Sansevieria trifasciata,…

If you’re wondering, “Why is my dog throwing up blood?”, blood in your dog’s vomit signals irritation or bleeding somewhere in the upper gastrointestinal tract. It’s a symptom that always warrants a call to your veterinarian. Seeing blood in your dog’s vomit is one of the more alarming things a pet owner can witness, and…

If your dog is drooling, vomiting, trembling, or suddenly won’t eat, these are among the most common signs your dog ate something toxic, and you should contact Plumtrees Animal Hospital right away. Dogs are curious by nature, and that curiosity often leads them straight to the one thing in the house or yard they should…

Have you started your spring cleaning yet? Certain cleaning, fragrance, and pest products can be dangerous for your pets. Read on to learn which products can be harmful, the signs your exposed pet may show, and what to do if you suspect your pet is in trouble.  Pay attention to household cleaners around pets Cleaning…

From the date of adoption a unique, mutually beneficial relationship develops between you and your pet. You no doubt love the abundance of hugs, kisses, and snuggles—until your pet’s breath becomes too foul to bear. Many pet owners believe their pet’s bad breath is normal, when in fact it can signal dental disease. Unfortunately, by…

While most pet owners know their beloved companion’s dental cleanings are relatively similar to their own, they don’t know the details of what we do during their pet’s cleanings. Since dental care is such an important part of your pet’s overall health and well-being, we want to ensure that pet owners understand what we do…

Spending time with loved ones is an important part of the holiday season, and with families scattered across the country, you may plan on traveling this year. Finding a pet sitter at this time of year can be challenging, and your pet would rather spend time with you than at a boarding facility—so, why not…

We’re about to enter the high holiday season. Halloween is behind us, and Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, New Year’s Eve, and, finally, New Year’s Day are on the horizon. These special days are meant to be spent with family and friends, whether they boast two legs or four, and the celebrations are sure to be…

Fall is here, and people are beginning to bake their favorite holiday goodies, filling the house with decadent aromas. Relatives are visiting, and in the hustle and bustle, your pet is surrounded by delicious food smells, hoping that someone will share, or he can grab a sample. However, many holiday treats contain ingredients that can…