The Healing Power of a Cat's Purr Here at Basking Ridge Animal Hospital, we are constantly in awe of the incredible abilities of our feline companions, especially their unique talent for purring. The soothing sound of a cat's purr has a magical way of instantly...

Safeguarding Your Well-being: Crucial Insights into Pet-Transmitted Diseases Zoonotic diseases, which can be transmitted from pets to humans, are more prevalent than one might imagine. Although your pet may seem perfectly healthy, they could be carrying a...

Essential Tips for Ensuring Camping Safety with Your Pet Imagine the joy of stargazing under a breathtaking night sky while your beloved furry companion rests beside you by the crackling campfire. It's an experience like no other. Camping with your pet can create...

How to Identify, Treat, and Prevent Hot Spots in Pets When your pet experiences intense itching and their skin feels like it's on fire, they may resort to scratching, licking, and chewing, ultimately leading to the formation of hot spots. To help your furry companion...

Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears in Pets When you observe a sports event, it's natural to cringe when an athlete goes down, gripping their knee. It's often an indication of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear, a crucial ligament that provides stability to the knee...

How To Avoid a Dog Bite It's important for dog owners to know how to prevent and respond to dog bites to protect their pets. While it's impossible to fully protect dogs from other animals, there are ways to lower the risk of bites in stressful or unfamiliar...

Common Soft Tissue Surgeries in Pets General veterinary hospitals commonly perform a variety of surgeries on pets, ranging from routine procedures like spaying and neutering to surgeries that save lives. While many soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries can be performed...

Coping With Pet Loss   Losing a pet can be very difficult. Pets are integral members of the family, with an invaluable place in our lives. When your furry friend passes, processing your grief can be an extraordinary challenge. Here are three ways to cope with pet...

5 Hazardous Toxins for Your Pet at Home   In honor of National Animal Poison Prevention Week, which will take place March 19 to 25, our team wants to share some of the most common household products that are toxic to pets.    #1: Medications One of the most...

How Dental Disease Affects Your Senior Pet’s Overall Health As your furry pal ages, they are faced with many health changes. Their vision dims, their hearing becomes muffled, and their gait becomes unsteady. They also are likely to suffer from pet dental disease,...