Introducing a New Cat to Your Home
It’s National Adopt a Cat Month, and if you know anything about us at Essington Road, you know this is right up our alley. Dr. Adam is a self-professed cat guy, …
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Traveling With Your Pet, the Low-Stress Way!
Will you be travelling with your pet this summer? Whether you’re travelling across the country or just visiting family on the other side of Joliet, travel can be a …
Tips for Boarding Your Pet
For those of us who have to board our pets when we travel, it can feel like preparing for the unknown. Below we’ve laid out our top tips for …
Heartworm in Cats
Did you think only dogs could get sick from heartworms? You are not alone! Even among vets, the importance of heartworm disease in cats has been poorly appreciated until …
FAQ: Canine Heartworm
Welcome back to the Essington Road Animal Hospital blog! This month is Heartworm Awareness Month, so this week we rounded up the questions we get asked most about this …
Pet Orthopedics
Pets, most commonly dogs, often experience any number of problems that require orthopedic treatment. When your animal companion experiences an injury such as a torn ligament or develops conditions …
Why You Should Microchip Your Pet
For many people, a pet is a deeply loved family member, and if they wander and get lost, it can be both stressful and traumatic. Even the most conscientious …
Blog of Essington Road Animal Hospital – Veterinary Medicine in Joliet
Dr. Adam M. Abou-Youssef and his team are happy to welcome you to our veterinary blog, where we will be posting information about how to take care of your pet, …
10 Signs of a Good Breeder
If you’ve decided to get a new puppy or kitten, congratulations! We can’t wait to meet the newest addition to your family! Deciding where to get that new addition can be …
What It Really Means When Your Pet Is “Slowing Down”
Have you noticed your older—or not-so-old!—pet slowing down? If your walks are shorter, her jumps are lower, and overall you’ve seen a decrease in activity, you may have a …