Tag: dogs
Ronan the Record Rat Catcher
One of Capitol Hill’s most magnificent and beautiful dogs lives on Ninth Street SE. Weighing in at 105 pounds, he is hard to miss. His...
Can My Pet Drink From Puddles and Streams?
As the summer starts to heat up and our pups pant the day away, be alert to their hydration and sources of water. Dogs...
POOP!
Give a fecal! No seriously, always bring us a stool sample at your pet’s annual checkup or when your pet is having intestinal issues....
National Park Service Again Seeding Field at Lincoln Park
Fences are again up around the common at Lincoln Park as the National Park Service (NPS) moves to reseed the central fields.
Spokesperson Sean McGinty...
Some Sweeteners Are No Good For Dogs: The District Vet
Not all that is sweet is good for your dog. In our quest for lower glycemic index and reduced calorie sweeteners, xylitol has become...
Monkeypox: Pets Are Susceptible
As COVID starts to wane, we have a different challenge, monkeypox. This virus is not new, and is thankfully rarely fatal. It can cause...
The Importance of a Physical Exam
For best health we visit the dentist at least once per year. And like clockwork see your physician for a physical examination. Your pets...
District Veterinary Opens Third Location
Four-legged family members will feel at home immersed in a variety of couches, floor level windows and friendly smiles at District Veterinary.
The practice's...
Oops! The Dog Just Ate My Stash!
One of the more frequent types of phone calls we field begins with, “My dog/cat just ate … Is it something I should worry...
Weighing In on Pet Weight
Congratulations dearest reader! By the end of this article you will have the power to help your furry friends live an extra two years!
Every...