Flea and Tick prevention is important for keeping your dog and/or cat safe from tick-borne diseases and flea infestations. A common question that is asked by many pet owners is whether this prevention should be administered year round or just during the warmer months. In Wisconsin it is a common practice among owners to only [...]
The end of summer is around the corner, and fall season is just ahead of us which means itchy season is coming upon us in Wisconsin. Around this time of year we see an influx in dogs whose allergies begin to flare up, have skin or ear issues, and/or fleas/ticks. Sometimes the signs of itchiness [...]
The Fourth of July is fast approaching and it is the biggest holiday where pets are fearful & nervous – and the one day of the year where more pets get lost than any other. Keep your pets in a quiet room Keep your pet confined to safe, familiar, and comfortable room. Even better, [...]
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer and is a great reason to get outdoors and celebrate with your family and friends – including your four-legged ones. If you’re cooking out, soaking up the sun, or attending a party it’s important to keep your pets safety in mind. Here are some tips to keep [...]
National Pet Day is April 11, although if you’re a pet owner, you know there’s not a day that goes by that you don’t celebrate your animal companion! So hug your hedgehog, bond with your bunny, and cut your kitty some catnip! That critter makes you happy — and that’s not all. Over the past [...]
Always consult with your veterinarian before starting any medications and for specific product recommendations. Q: How can my pets get fleas and ticks? A: Both fleas and ticks can latch onto your pet if they spend time outdoors, especially in heavily wooded areas. Although indoor pets are at a lower risk, there is still a [...]
February is here and so comes another year of National Pet Dental Health Month! During this month we like to highlight the importance of dental health care among pets. Here at Oak Creek Vet Care our veterinarians work with you to begin a pet dental care routine at home, in addition to we offer regular [...]
The New Year is here, and with that comes sub-zero temperatures that January and February like to bring here in Wisconsin. The cold weather discourages many pet parents from going on a walk with their furry family members, but here are some tips on how to keep your dog safely moving to beat some of [...]
The holidays are quickly approaching! The holidays usually involve quite a bit of preparation. Whether you’re heading out of town to visit family, having others over, or even preparing everyday life around store holiday hours. With that being said, we would like to go over our holiday hours, in order to better prepare you and [...]
During the holiday our clinic hours are adjusted and staff availability will reflect that. Due to this and the influx of prescription requests we get around the holidays we encourage our clients to plan ahead when ordering their pets prescriptions. We want everyone to have a happy, stress free holiday so we encourage our clients [...]
