BLVD Vet Blog
At Boulevard Veterinary, Best Patient & Client Care doesnβt stop once youβre out the door. Weβre dedicated to providing information so you can take the best care of your pets. Our Blog focuses on ways you can enrich your pets both at home and with our help. Know what youβre looking for? Use the search below.
Why Do Cats Have A Primordial Pouch?
The elusive primordial pouch! Thereβs more to know (and love) about your kittyβs drooping tummy than just how silly and cute it is. You might think itβs weight gain at first, but a sagging belly can also suggest other health concerns. What exactly is a cat's primordial pouch, and why do they have one?
How to Tell if Your Cat Likes Other Cats
Thinking of introducing your resident royalty to another cat? Here are some things to make note of before you begin. Itβs imperative to be mindful of your catβs needs and boundaries to ensure a harmonious home life for your kitty! If your cat has more purrticular needs, be sure to check out our cat-only practice, BLVD Cat!
Itch Mites: Giving Your Pet the Itch
You may have noticed an increase in itching in your pets (and even yourself!) this summer season. Weβve seen a huge boom in itchiness due to Oak leaf mites (also known as itch mites). Weβve covered the basics of itch mites in this article.
Gabapentin FAQs
Whether itβs managing chronic pain, controlling seizures, or easing anxiety for various scenarios like travel or vet visits, Gabapentin has emerged as a multifaceted ally in feline care. But what types of anxiety can it help with, and how exactly does it work? Donβt worry, weβve got the FAQs answered by Dr. Kate Sapato!
BLVD Cat Coming Summer 2024!
We are thrilled to share that we have expanded BLVD Vet Ravenswood to offer you and your cat a first-of-its-kind boutique, feline experience, BLVD Cat!
Spring (and pollen,) is in the air!
There are three main types of allergies in vetmed: fleas, food, and environmental. In this article, we are focusing on environmental allergies. There are proven techniques and trials veterinarians use to determine which allergies pets have, so if you have concerns that your pet may have allergies, please contact us to develop a treatment plan.
How To Give Your Cat Oral Meds
Burritos arenβt just for lunch! Weβve got a step-by-step tutorial for safely giving your kitty oral meds at home with Veterinary Technician, Alyssa, and her cat Jeanne.
5 Reasons to Rethink Retractable Leashes
Chicago pet parents are no strangers to the journey of choosing the right leash for your pet! There are loads of great options on the market, but the one we want to focus on today is the retractable leash.
How to Trim Your Catβs Nails
Our feline friends are known for being a little purrticular - and that's okay! Fear not, we've got you covered with a How-To Trim Your Cat's Nails video from BLVD Veterinary Technician, Alyssa.