In July 2018, the FDA that it had begun investigating reports of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain pet foods, many labeled as "grain-free," which contained a high proportion of peas, lentils, other legume seeds (pulses), and/or potatoes in various forms (whole, flour, protein, etc.) as main ingredients (listed... read more →
Sep
04
Jul
17
by Morna Pixton, DVM, Guilford Veterinary Hospital “Annie” is a much beloved, sweet-as-pie, pearl-necklace-wearing bulldog mix owned by our technician, Alexa. She had always been healthy except for allergies, and seemed to do best on a special kangaroo diet. She developed a growth in her mouth in July 2017, when... read more →
Jan
28
Guilford Veterinary Hospital offers a 10% discount for dental procedures during the month of February. Periodontal disease is the number one health problem in small animals. Periodontal disease includes gingivitis (inflammation or redness of the gums) and periodontitis (loss of bone and soft tissue around the teeth). There are 4... read more →
Oct
25
The doctors and staff at Guilford Veterinary Hospital are both sad and happy to announce the retirement of Dr. Deborah Ackles and Dr. Donald Mullen. After 32 years Dr. Ackles has decided to retire so she can travel the world and spend more time with her two beautiful grandchildren. We... read more →
Mar
15
There are many benefits to spaying your pets, but did you know that it could also be a life-saving procedure? Female dogs and cats that are not spayed have a high risk of developing something called pyometra, or an infection of the uterus. This preventable infection makes your pet very... read more →
Feb
25
What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is the result of elevated pressure within the eye. There is a constant production of fluid within the eye called aqueous humor. High pressures within the eye develop when this fluid is not able to drain properly. This pressure increase can cause damage to the optic... read more →
Jan
15
Unfortunately, most of us have become all too familiar with ticks. The incidence of tick bites is on the rise, and as a result there has been an increase in tick-borne diseases affecting our pets. A tick's life cycle includes the egg and three life-stages, with each stage requiring a... read more →
Jan
01
Guilford Veterinary Hospital is now offering CryoProbe™, the incredibly accurate, non-invasive treatment option for the removal of common skin conditions such as warts, cysts, eyelid tumors, oral tumors and more! • Accurately treat lesions in sensitive areas • No Anesthesia required! • Save pet owners money! No anesthesia, little to... read more →
Dec
09
The holiday season is a wonderful time for us to gather with our loved ones…including our pets! Keep in mind that many of the things that we enjoy in our holidays can be harmful to our furry friends. Take a few precautions to keep you pets safe and your holidays... read more →
Oct
12
Ask your veterinarian. Watch for red flags. Always check for site accreditation. Report problems and suspicious pharmacies. Educate yourself about online pet pharmacies. Internet sites that sell pet drugs can be reputable pharmacies. Some, however, are not. They are fronts for businesses breaking Federal, State, or International laws. These illegal... read more →
