iStock_000024726165_MediumWe do our best all year to keep our clients abreast of the the pet health and ownership issues that matter the most. This is certainly part of why we’ve decided to launch a blog this past year, and also why we’ve chosen to highlight the top 10 most popular posts of the year.

Whether you found these blogs to be informative or touching, you read them more than the others, so we think they deserve closer look. Share this list with with your animal-loving family and friends, and please let us know what you’d like to see us blog about in the year ahead!

So, Without Further Ado, We Give You Leon Valley Veterinary Hospital’s Top 10 Blogs of 2014

Pet Cancer Prevention
Your pet relies on you for necessities like food, water, exercise, and affection, but he or she also needs your help when it comes to preventing disease, too. Read more…

No More “Oops!” – Housetraining a Puppy
When you bring a new puppy into your home, he or she is bound to have an accident, or two, or nine… It’s just one of the many little joys of puppy parenting. But housetraining a puppy doesn’t need to take long, or be difficult. Keep reading…

Pets and People Food: What You Can and Can’t Feed Your Pets
You know the scene, you’ve just sat down at dinner, opened a fresh package of cheese, or cracked a can of tuna and there’s your pet… Looking up at you with those soulful eyes, head cocked, maybe a paw curled up or an inquisitive mew… Sometimes it’s hard to say no. More…

Getting The Most Out Of Your Pet’s Vet Appointment
We truly enjoy seeing all of our pet patients, and always want the best possible outcome for them – whether it is regarding general wellness or critical care. At Leon Valley Veterinary Hospital, we strive to deliver excellent customer service to our clients and superb care to their pets, and hope we meet (if not exceed) those expectations. Continue reading…

Pet Adoption: Saving Lives One Animal at a Time
So you’ve made the big decision to become a pet owner. For many of us, nothing is more rewarding than owning a pet and being a responsible participant in ensuring your faithful companion remains healthy and happy, except maybe taking that extra step to adopt your pooch or kitty from a shelter. Read More…

We Love Our Vet Techs!
When you bring your pet to the vet, be it for a wellness exam or the urgent treatment of an immediate condition, you know that Fluffy or Fido will be in good hands. Most often (we hope), this is because of the care and devotion that our staff displays every day. Keep Reading…

Is It a Pet Emergency? Knowing How to Recognize and Respond to Your Pet’s Crisis
Facing a pet emergency can be scary. But, as a pet parent, it is your responsibility to see your pet through his or her time of need. Unfortunately, not all pet emergencies are as obvious as others, and knowing how to respond to your pet’s condition isn’t always as straightforward as you might like it to be. More…

Fall Yard Clean-Up & Pet Safety
As we round out yet another dry, hot summer here in San Antonio we’ve begun to notice certain changes in our neighborhoods. Folks are out in their yards and garages getting ready for the shifts in temperature our fickle seasons provide. Continue reading…

Why We Are Thankful for Our Pets
For many of us, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all we have to be thankful for. Family, friends, our health, and prosperity are all common sources of gratitude, but for those of us fortunate enough to be pet owners, another blessing to be counted is our four-legged and feathered friends. Read more…

National Pet Memorial Day – Remembering Your Pet’s Beautiful Life
The loss of a beloved pet leaves an indelible imprint on our hearts and an empty space in our homes. Truly, our pets become family members, sharing some of our more joyous occasions, as well as providing comfort during life’s rough patches. Keep Reading…

It’s been a joy to be your family’s veterinarian this year. Please let us know what you liked learning about and what you would enjoy reading about in the coming year. Our goal is to always do our very best to serve you and provide your pets with the care they deserve. Let us help!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!