The Pet Experts of Elmhurst, IL

While our pets have grown accustomed to living with humans over the centuries that the domestication process has occurred, it is important to remember that they are still animals. Taking a wild animal and bringing them indoors into our suburban homes from the great outdoors is quite a change. 

Ghost and goblins aren’t the only Halloween hazards for pets this season.  A lot of the most popular aspects of the holiday can be really dangerous for your furry friends. As you consider your costume and snack on some festive treats, keep an eye out for these top Halloween pet dangers:

October is Adopt-a-Dog Month—a time when the thousands of community animal shelters nationwide train their focus on finding forever homes for the abandoned and unwanted dogs in their care. When you choose to give one (or two!) of these precious shelter dogs a second chance, you provide a stable environment for a deserving animal, reduce the burden on the animal shelter, and treat yourself to all the perks of pet ownership!

Adopting a shelter dog is a compassionate, meaningful decision, and the team at Elmhurst Animal Care Center is here to support you with quality wellness care, training classes for puppies and adult dogs, and tips on preparing your home for your new pet. 

There seem to be a few common questions about cats that are burning in the minds of feline fanatics everywhere. Read on as the experts at the Elmhurst Animal Care Center take on the five most Googled cat questions on the Internet. 

There are just some questions that (most) dog owners are dying to know. Sometimes, searching on the internet can leave you with more questions than answers! Luckily, we have the answers. The team at Elmhurst Animal Care Center has put together this guide of five of the most googled dog questions to help dog owners with their most burning questions: 

Most people have heard of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and AIDS. Did you know, though, that there is a feline version of this disease? While not technically related to human HIV, feline immunodeficiency virus shares many of the same characteristics. The team at Elmhurst Animal Care Center wants you to know what it means to have an FIV positive pet.

Dealing with pet hair is just part of owning a dog, right? When you start to see bald spots, though, it has gone beyond normal shedding.

If you are dealing with dog hair loss, no need to panic. The experts at Elmhurst Animal Care Center can help with everything from allergies to dog alopecia.

At Elmhurst Animal Care Center, we love your exotic pets as much as you do, and we want to help you offer them the best care possible. Bearded dragons are great exotic pets to bring into your home, but they do require specific care considerations. Your Elmhurst exotic vets are here with some basic care tips so you can ensure your bearded dragon has a happy and healthy life:

Since our furry friends can’t verbalize when they are having unusual health issues, we have to know how to spot differences in their behavior that could indicate a problem. Dog and cat urinary problems can lead to discomfort and infection and often need medical attention to solve. If you notice any of the following in your dog or cat, it is time to schedule an appointment with your friends at Elmhurst Animal Care Center:

At Elmhurst Animal Care Center, we are lucky enough to have a fully-stocked veterinary online store that makes it easier for you to get necessities for your pets. This veterinary online pharmacy and store allows you to order a wide range of medications and supplies for your animal family members, but it does have some limitations of which you should be aware. Keep reading to learn about what you can and cannot do with our online store: