Jul 17, 2018 | Care & Wellness, Medications, Updates
By: Dr. Jaclyn Erwin Opioid and prescription drug abuse in the US has become a major concern in human health with regulations being implemented for human medical practitioners. With the continued concern for abuse, these regulations are now extending to veterinary... 
May 15, 2018 | Alternative Therapies, Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Dogs, Medications, Pet
The Spring Scratch: Canine Atopic Dermatitis (Atopy) By: Dr. Jaclyn Erwin Spring is here is full force, the flowers and trees are blooming and the winter drearies have changed to a colorful scene. With all this beauty comes pollen, grass, mold, and dust particles... 
Apr 13, 2018 | Care & Wellness, Cats, Dogs, Infectious Diseases, Medications, Parasites, Pet, Puppies
By: Dr. Katie Proia We all love snuggling on the couch with our furry family members, but what happens when your big ball of fluff rolls over for a belly rub, only to reveal a tiny little tag-a-long scurrying across Fluffy’s “sweet spot”? Unfortunately, fleas and... 
Aug 28, 2017 | Care & Wellness, Cats, Dogs, Medications, Parasites, Pet, Puppies
Here at Fairfax Animal Hospital,one of our major pet health concerns is HEARTWORM DISEASE. But what IS HEARTWORM DISEASE? Where does it come from? Is my dog or cat at risk of developing this disease? These are all very important questions and involve a key aspect of...