June 2020 – National Pet Preparedness Month By Alyssa Mages, BS, CVT | Development and Education Coordinator If there’s one thing that the recent events surrounding the pandemic have taught us is that being prepared is a crucial and often…
Paws of Promise: Our Foundation to Support Pets and Their Owners By Alyssa Mages, BS, CVT | Development and Education Coordinator Have you taken a moment and looked into the eyes of your furry companion? The unconditional love and promise…
Spending Time with your Pets During Social Distancing Below are a few ways to keep yourself and your pets occupied while you have to spend some extra time home — Search & Sniff: Hide treats around your home to send your…
Coronavirus: What we know as it relates to pets As Metropolitan Veterinary Associates is sure you are all aware, Coronavirus (Covid-19) is dominating the headlines, and the number of cases in the US is expected to increase in the immediate…
Poison Prevention Awareness By Alyssa Mages, BS, CVT | Development and Education Coordinator There are numerous monthly events for us to be aware of for our furry family members and falling under the umbrella of pet safety is one that…
MVA Monthly Mouthful - Pet Dental Health Month By Alyssa Mages, BS, CVT | Development and Education Coordinator Open wide! It’s time for your dental evaluation and cleaning, please sit still, OK to rinse/spit, and don’t bite down – let…
Feline Kidney Disease By Dr. Leslie Kuczynski, VMD, DACVIM | Internal Medicine The kidneys play a crucial role in a cat’s wellbeing, affecting everything from waste excretion to hormones to blood pressure. Kidney failure is one of the leading causes…
What is Canine Lymphoma? By Dr. Suzanne Rau, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) | Oncology Canine lymphoma is one of the most common forms of cancer seen by the oncology department. Lymphoma originates from a type of white blood cell in the…
Happy Cat Lovers' Month By Alyssa Mages, BS, CBT/Development and Education Coordinator “It’s the most wonderful time, of the year!” What a true sentiment this is, as I am proudly and out-loudly a cat lover myself. Please don’t get me…
What is Canine Melanoma? By Dr. Suzanne Rau, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) | Oncology Melanomas are tumors of pigment cells in dogs that can be malignant. If you suspect that your dog has a melanoma, your veterinarian can make recommendations regarding further…