Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects up to 3% of the general pet population, and a whopping estimated 10% of older dogs and 30% to 50% of geriatric cats. At some point as a pet owner, you or another owner you know will likely be impacted by this disease. Despite CKD’s high prevalence, many pets aren’t [...]
Scheduling your pet’s veterinary exam when they appear perfectly healthy may seem unnecessary, but regular wellness care is vital to your furry pal’s health, happiness, and wellbeing. Our Oak Creek Veterinary Care team explains why you should click Request Appointment now to schedule your pet’s next wellness visit. 5 key benefits of regular wellness care [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
We are so excited to announce the arrival of our fourth veterinarian! Please join us in giving a big welcome to Dr. Pasowicz! Dr. Stephanie Pasowicz graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, with a degree in zoology. She attended veterinary school at Oregon State University. She appreciates the variety that general practice offers and [...]
We’re just over a week into our front doors being open for the first time in the last year and a half, and we are so happy to see everyone again! We have always been committed to excellent care, whether it is virtually, via telephone, or in person; but there’s something about a face-to-face experience [...]
The Easter bunny has finally arrived! Planting colorful eggs filled with chocolate candies and getting together for a family feast is what most look forward to around this time of year. However, almost all Easter candy is toxic to dogs and cats. The excitement can be almost blinding when we have the little ones searching [...]
Trying to find the perfect Christmas present is a challenge! Shopping for all shapes, sizes, and age groups can be a little overwhelming, but, Oak Creek Veterinary Care is here to help! Check out our list of fun presents for the fur babies and grand-dogs at home: ♥ Sweater ♥ New collar and leash ♥ [...]
We’re proud of the fact that we are accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association—the only organization to accredit companion veterinary hospitals! According to AAHA’s website, unlike human hospitals, animal hospitals are not required to be accredited—and the majority of them aren’t! We know your pets deserve the best care, which is why we chose [...]
Today is National Pet Fire Safety Day! Bil-Jac and The Red Cross created some great tips to help keep you and your pets safe: Determine which family member will be responsible for each pet. Know where your pets hide, as this may be the first place they go if there is a fire. Plan to bring your [...]
