Pet Information in West Lafayette

Here at Creekside Animal Hospital, we take it very seriously to do everything in our power to help you to keep your pets happy and healthy.  We have seen a huge increase in the number of “grain free” options of pet foods lately, and I am sure you have all seen the...

Many of us are anticipating the warmer weather so we can get out in the garden and start planting our favorite flowers. There are some that you should be aware of when it comes to pet toxins. Tulips and Hyacinth While the toxic base to these flowers is a bit...

It has long been known that dogs can contract the heartworm parasite and suffer from congestive heart failure and can ultimately end in death, but very few know that their feline friends can also suffer from this same parasite.  There are quite a few differences...

What are essential oils? Essential oils are volatile organic compounds that have been distilled from plant materials. They have several potential uses in homeopathic medicine for humans including aromatherapy and pain relief.  Essential oils can be found everywhere...

We are already well into the heat of the summer!  While this can be an exciting time there are plenty of considerations that we need to make for our furry friends. Don’t leave pets in cars!  I know, we hear this one all the time, but it still happens so we will keep...

Caring for your pet’s oral health may seem difficult, but it not only helps keep their breath fresh, it is also important to their overall health.   Periodontal disease is the most common dental problem in dogs and cats.  It can be seen in most dogs and cats by age...

CT machines are often found only at referral and specialty practices in the veterinary world. Computed Tomography (CT) is a diagnostic tool that takes hundreds of x-rays of the patient in a 360degree view and creates “cross-section” views of the desired body part. The...

We DO NOT recommend feeding your dog any of the following brands. GRAIN FREE diets or BOUTIQUE brands. These foods have recently been found to be linked to cases of canine heart failure (dilated cardiomyopathy) by the FDA. Acana Zignature Taste of the Wild 4Health...

Dogs can definitely benefit from coconut oil.  Coconut oil contains lauric acid which is a great immune builder.  Coconut oil can be classified as a ‘superfood’.  It can not only improve your dog’s skin and coat, but it can speed healing, reduce allergic reactions,...

Age isn’t a disease, but with age comes an increased chance for your pet to develop one or more diseases. For this reason, we recommend exams for our senior patients every 6 months. As pets age much faster than we do, staying on top of their medical needs is extremely...