Pet owners in the Granville and Newark areas have been spotting coyotes near their homes. The Ohio Department of Wildlife (ODW) says that there is more aggression of coyotes this time of year. Coyote mating season starts in January and goes into March. The gestation of coyotes is similar to a dog – about 60 days. Coyote…
Your Pet & Dealing with COVID-19 at Granville Veterinary Clinic
I’d like to update you on what is going on at Granville Veterinary Clinic as we deal with everything going on around us during this COVID-19 crisis. Our goal is to continue to be here for you while taking every precaution to protect you and our staff. This means some of our processes have changed. …
Veterinary Telemedicine in Licking County and Granville
Telemedicine is a way to have a virtual appointment with a veterinarian. This has been around for several decades in human medicine but is newer to veterinary medicine. It is a way for pet owners to talk about their dog or cat’s problem in the convenience and safety of their own homes during this COVID-19…
Have a Puppy? When is it Safe to Go to the Dog Park?
A common question puppy owners ask is when can they start going to the dog park with their new puppy. This is an excellent and important question. The answer is – it depends. Here is the issue.With appropriate vaccinations, a puppy is not considered to have protective immunity against diseases such as parvovirus until they…
How to Protect Yourself Against Tickborne Diseases
Ticks are very common and tick borne diseases are become more prevalent every month in Licking County. Just as you protect your dog with tick prevention medications, it is also important to protect yourself. Everyone can take steps to prevent tick bites. Here are some tips: Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellentsExternal containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535,…
