Wyoming Valley Veterinary Hospital

10 Things You Shouldn't Say to Your Veterinarian

Dr. Patty Khuly outlines some remarks that this veterinarian would prefer not to hear from pet owners.

10 Dog Breeds That Are Prone To Cancer

There are as many different dog breeds as there are personal lifestyles, so it’s no wonder that some people are particularly fond of a certain type of dog. Unfortunately, many breeds (including mixed breeds) are prone to certain health issues, including …

10 White Lies Veterinarians Tell Clients

If you are a regular at dog parks, you know that some pet owners can be clueless. If you recognize yourself in any of these veterinary sarcasms, take notes for your next visit so that you and your pet won’t be the next clients from H-E-double-toothpicks. Read more.

Don't Commit These Fails in the Veterinary Clinic Waiting Room

Ever walked into a vet’s waiting room only to run smack into an aggressive dog straining against the full length of his Flexi-leash?

10 Warning Signs of Cancer in Dogs and Cats

While bad breath and weight loss in pets can be caused by other conditions, those are just two of our veterinary oncologist's 10 cancer warning signs to watch for.

Pet insurance: Guide to the best pet insurance

Pet insurance costs an average of $30-$50 a month and can pay for everything from annual wellness visits to major surgery. Learn about pet insurance plans and compare the best pet insurance companies.

How to help animals in shelters and rescues

Want to help animals in shelters? Here are a few ways you can help animal shelters and rescues that do so much for animals, people and your community

Behind the scenes at an AAHA-accredited animal hospital

The American Animal Hospital Association gives its seal of approval to veterinary hospitals that achieve a certain standard of practice, and pet expert Steve Dale highlights his own pets' animal hospital, Blum Animal Hospital in Chicago, one of the first practices to gain AAHA accreditation. According to veterinarian Natalie Marks, AAHA requires that practices adhere to numerous guidelines for achieving excellence including staff knowledge and skills…

Veterinary Technicians: Our Unsung Heroes

By Dr. Alan Green For anyone who has been in a hospital setting, it is no secret that the nursing staff usually sets the tone of the patient care and overall patient experience. In veterinary medicine, this truth also holds true. The veterinary technician is the analog of the nurse and technologist in the medical … Continue reading »

Puppy born without anus gets life-saving surgery

LUTHER, Okla. - A puppy born without an anus managed to survive for six long weeks without being able to relieve himself.When the owners of the Chihuahua mix took him to see Dr. Heatly at Great Plains Veterinary Services in Arcadia, x-rays showed the little guy's bulging belly was packed full with feces.

A Dog’s Purpose: Using Canines In The Medical Field

Pot for pets: Here's how vets and others say it can help

While nearly 300,000 humans depend on marijuana for medical problems, a growing number of dogs also are using cannabis to help ease ailments.

Animals in Health Care Facilities? Consider These 6 Points

The interaction between humans and their animals has been an important part of people’s lives since the beginning of time. We instinctively know that our pets are good for us without needing the evidence that numerous current scientific studies are now investigating.

What ER Veterinarians Want Pet Owners to Know Part I

Bringing your pet to the emergency clinic can be very scary, stressful, inconvenient, and expensive. While an emergency visit is...

Your Veterinary Marketing Tool Kit: Finding Your Pet Care Niche

As a part of your veterinary marketing tool kit, you should always be thinking about ways to make your practice stand out from other veterinary hospitals in your area. A great way to do this is to …

Power To Save: Hospital Building Eco-Friendly Power Plant

PLAINS TOWNSHIP, Pa. -- Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is trying to improve patient health at their hospitals with a commitment to energy efficiency.Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township is building an eco-friendly utility plant similar to one that Geisinger already has at its hospital near Danville.

'Tis The Season To Pamper Your Pet

The holidays aren't just for indulging children; family pets could use some pampering, too.