by Dr. Bob Irelan Veterinary Service | Aug 31, 2023 | Blog
Supporting Your Pets During Back-to-School Season When the back-to-school season arrives, it can cause changes in our homes that have an impact on our pets. As families return to their regular routines, our furry friends may feel separation anxiety, stress, or...
by Dr. Bob Irelan Veterinary Service | Aug 11, 2023 | Blog
Soothing the Itch: A Veterinarian’s Guide to Understanding and Alleviating Your Pet’s Itchy Skin As pet owners, we love our furry companions and always want them to be healthy and happy. However, it can be sad to see our beloved pets scratching, biting, or...
by Dr. Bob Irelan Veterinary Service | Jul 18, 2023 | Blog
The Healing Power of a Cat’s Purr Cats have long been known for their unique ability to purr. It’s a sound that can instantly make us feel relaxed and content. But have you ever wondered why cats purr in the first place? As it turns out, there is more to this...
by Dr. Bob Irelan Veterinary Service | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog
5 Practical Tips to Help Your Pet Cope With Anxiety As pet owners, our furry friends are an important part of our lives, and we want to provide them with the best care possible. Unfortunately, some pets suffer from anxiety, which can be challenging for both the pet...
by Dr. Bob Irelan Veterinary Service | May 18, 2023 | Blog
How to Identify, Treat, and Prevent Hot Spots in Pets When your pet experiences intense itching that feels like their skin is on fire, they may resort to scratching, licking, and chewing, leading to the formation of hot spots. Help your beloved companion overcome the...
by Dr. Bob Irelan Veterinary Service | May 8, 2023 | Blog
What are Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears in Pets? When you watch a sporting event, you likely wince when you see an athlete go down, clutching their knee. You know they probably tore their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), one of the key ligaments responsible for...