Animal Medical of New City Treated Koko, the Gorilla

            We Treated Koko!              Many of you have heard that Koko, the lowland gorilla that could use sign language, has died.  What you might not know is that in 2012, Dr. Howard Gittelman of Animal Medical of...

Summer Pet Care Tips

Summer is here, time for both you, and your pet, to enjoy the warm weather and long sun-filled days. Whether traveling together on vacation, or just taking a stroll at a local beach, summer fun can also present some situations which can endanger your pet’s...

Dog Obesity

The importance of pet nutrition in maintaining our pet’s health cannot be overstated.  The industry has come a long way since the first dog biscuit was marketed in 1885; pet food sales are topping 15.7 billion which amounts to a 25% increase over the past 5...

What’s the Big Deal About Fleas And Ticks?

With spring just around the corner, pet owners begin to emerge from the deep sleep of a long cold winter. Our bodies begin to thaw as the ambient temperature rises and the daylight hours lengthen. We look forward to participating in outdoor activities sharing the...

Keep Your Pet Safe During the Holiday

KEEPING PETS SAFE DURING THE HOLIDAYS BY: DR. LISA SCHENKEL, DVM, CVRT  The holiday season is a time to decorate and celebrate with family and friends, both two-legged and four-legged.  However, many of the foods and decorations that are harmless to humans can pose a...