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Eagle Animal Hospital veterinarian operating on a dog

4 Benefits of Laser Surgery for Pets

Just like us humans, our pets may have to undergo a surgical procedure at some point in their lives. If your canine and feline family member needs a routine surgery, or a more advanced procedure like TPLO surgery, it’s important to find a veterinarian who specializes in the latest surgical techniques to ensure a successful…

Grey cat snuggling a golden retriever dog

4 Ways to Prepare Your Pet for Surgery

If your pet needs surgery, it’s important to be prepared for the process. At Eagle Animal Hospital in Kansas City, we understand that surgery can be a frightening experience for pets, and a stressful experience for pet parents, which is why it’s our goal to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible for…

4 Ways to Help Your Pet Heal From Surgery

Just like us humans, our dogs and cats may need to undergo surgery at some point in their lives. Whether your dog needs TPLO surgery to help repair a damaged or injured knee, or your cat needs to have a laceration repaired, the recovery phase after surgery is crucial to ensuring their quality of life.…

Can Cold Laser Therapy Help Your Dog Heal After Surgery?

Dogs may undergo different surgeries at the local veterinary hospital, from routine spays and neuters to caesarian sections and maybe tumor removal, their veterinarians may prescribe medication to help with pain. In addition to those meds, you can help your beloved companion recover faster through noninvasive treatments like cold laser therapy. Reduces Inflammation Cold laser…

Can Dogs and Cats Get Arthritis?

Yes, just like us, your cat or dog can get arthritis. Your special companions could also experience joint pain from this condition. While arthritis is common in both dogs and cats, the disease may be untreated and undiagnosed which is why it’s useful to visit your local animal clinic for an annual check-up. Why Arthritis…

4 Ways to Relieve Your Dog’s Joint Pain

Stiff joints or struggling to get up from a lying or sitting position may be a sign that your dog is suffering from joint pain. Trembling, limping, or tenderness when walking may also indicate joint problems. Pain may cause your dog to be less active or become irritable. Whether your dog has arthritis or an…

How Can Acupuncture Help Relieve Your Pet’s Pain?

Like in humans, acupuncture relieves pain and discomfort in pets. The ancient Chinese practice of targeting acupoints using thin needles could be part of your pet’s health care plan. Veterinarians at Eagle Animal Hospital & Pet Resort in Kansas City perform acupuncture to complement and enhance the effect of other treatments like surgery and medication.…

4 Ways to Prevent Heartworm Disease

Pet parents in Kansas City and throughout Missouri are right to be concerned when it comes to heartworm disease. Parasitic worms called Dirofilaria immitis spread by infected mosquitoes cause heartworm disease that affects both cats and dogs. This disease is serious and potentially deadly as it may result in heart failure and organ damage. As…

What Is Cold Laser Therapy for Pets?

Cold laser therapy is a new approach to pain management and wound healing. At Kansas City’s Eagle Animal Hospital & Pet Resort, cold laser procedures use the energy from a Class IV therapeutic laser to treat the skin’s surface. The beam of light from the laser penetrates tissues to ease discomfort after orthopedic surgery or…

Do Dogs Have Seasonal Allergies?

About this time of year, many of you pet parents may be experiencing itchy, watery eyes, a runny nose, and sneezing fits that never seems to end. Just like you, your dogs may be experiencing similar symptoms. One question we hear a lot here at Eagle Animal Hospital and Pet Resort is “Do dogs have…