Sure, cats can snooze throughout the day but your kitty seems more tired than usual. Your feline friend seems downright disinterested in cat toys, other pets, and even that tennis match on TV, which would normally get his tail swishing back and forth. It’s got you worried, and rightfully so. Lethargy in cats likely means… The post Is Your Cat Lethargic? 6 Signs of When That’s an Emergency appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

“My dog ate a bee!” Bet you never thought you’d be uttering those words! Well, bee-lieve it or not, a curious canine chomping at a buzzing bee, and then accidentally swallowing the bee, is not as uncommon as you might think. As a veterinary emergency center who sees and hears it all, we do get… The post What to Do If Your Dog Eats a Bee appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

Dog lovers like us, we want to share all our favorite things with our pets. Car rides, walks in the park and of course, yummy treats. And blueberries are no exception! But like with any food, you should check if blueberries are poisonous for dogs. SPOILER ALERT: NOPE! BLUEBERRIES ARE NOT POISONOUS TO CANINES Small,… The post Are Blueberries Poisonous to Dogs? appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

As a pet parent, the touch of your pooch’s slobbery snout is pretty much the norm. So, when your dog’s nose isn’t wet, it may raise some red flags — is it normal if your dog’s nose is dry? Is my pup dehydrated? Should I see a vet? The fact is, your dog’s nose can… The post Is it Normal That My Dog’s Nose is Dry? appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

You might think of bloat as the feeling you get when you’ve had one too many pizza slices on movie night. But bloat in dogs is very different and more concerning. Here’s what you need to know about bloat in dogs, how to spot the early signs, and when to seek immediate care from your… The post Bloat in Dogs: What Pet Parents Need to Know appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

You catch your dog trying to eat marshmallows during your ‘smores fest. He’s pawing and chomping away. But waaait! Are marshmallows even safe for dogs? Well, your hound might be hungry for some squishy-sweet marshmallow treats, but the last thing you or your dog wants is a trip to the emergency vet. Even though your… The post Are Marshmallows Safe for Dogs? appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

In any profession, when you’re super busy taking care of others, humans or pets, it’s easy to overlook the need to care for your own mental health. At VEG, we prioritize the well-being of our customers and ourselves. We offer counseling options for our veterinarian staff that fit their needs and schedule. It’s crucial that… The post Navigating Mental Health in Emergency Veterinary Medicine appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

When a pet emergency strikes, every second counts. Knowing common signs and symptoms of pet emergencies can make all the difference in how fast your pet receives treatment. If you’re near the Houston area and recognize the signs of a pet emergency, you’ll take your pet to VEG Sugar Land at 13607 University Blvd. for… The post 10 Common Pet Emergencies in Sugar Land, TX appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

Interview with Melanie Hernandez and Dr. Valentina Henao At VEG, DEI is not just a program; it’s baked into our culture. We support the diversity of our staff (aka VEGgies) as wholeheartedly as we do our customers. Our people show up as their authentic selves and know that they’re accepted within a company that not… The post Voces Latina: Celebrando la herencia appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more

10 Common Pet Emergencies in Sugar Land, TX When a pet emergency strikes, every second counts. Knowing common signs and symptoms of pet emergencies can make all the difference in how fast your pet receives treatment. If you’re near the Houston area and recognize the signs of a pet emergency, you’ll take your pet to… The post 10 Common Pet Emergencies in Sugar Land, TX appeared first on Veterinary Emergency Group ..read more