COVID-19 Safety Precautions Remain in Effect

COVID-19 Safety Precautions Remain in Effect

In response to the ever-changing recommendations of Gov. Pritzker and the local Health Department concerning the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus), Woodlawn Animal Hospital will continue implementing necessary safety changes. Unfortunately, in an effort to keep everyone safe, clients ARE NOT allowed inside the facility during appointments. IF YOU DRIVE… Pull up in front of our large picture window even if you have to DOUBLE PARK. Call us when you arrive at 773/249-7191. Tell us who you

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Your Pet’s Skin: Window to Their Health

Your Pet’s Skin: Window to Their Health

Their skin is often as sensitive as ours. Underneath their coat of hair, our dogs and cats have a protective layer of skin, which can be as sensitive as our own. Many internal diseases and health problems present early symptoms through our pet’s skin, such as: Food or environmental allergies Parasites: ticks, fleas, mites Bacterial infections Fungal infections Endocrine disease Auto-immune issues Hormone-related skin problems, hypothyroidism, scabies, genetics, poor nutrition, and lack of grooming eventually

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Pet Diabetes: What You Need To Know

Pet Diabetes: What You Need To Know

What You Need to Know About Pet Diabetes Diabetes Mellitus is a condition that develops when the insulin produced by the body isn’t enough to regulate blood sugar levels. About 10% of all dogs that reach 12 years of age will develop diabetes. It occurs less commonly in cats but is just as serious when it does. Certain breeds are more susceptible to the diabetes than others, including Siamese cats, Toy Poodles, Terriers, Cocker Spaniels

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Silent Suffering: Pain Care When Our Pets Hurt

Silent Suffering: Pain Care When Our Pets Hurt
Pets can’t tell us when they hurt or why. Therefore, pain often goes undetected, and underlying medical conditions, untreated. A pet that "bunny hops" up a flight of stairs may seem cute, but may also be suffering pain due to osteoarthritis in the back or hips, hip dysplasia, or painful knees. When a cat holds an ear down or sideways, it could indicate a painful ear infection. Cats going to the litter box more frequentlyRead more

Hidden Realities of Pet Obesity

Hidden Realities of Pet Obesity

The Prevalence of Pet Obesity and It’s Inherent Risks Pet obesity is on the rise, and Woodlawn Animal Hospital is in the fight to stop it before it starts. Current rates of 52% in dogs, 58% in cats, reflect increases in both categories over 5 years. The extra bulk is impacting pets’ health and longevity. Studies show even a few pounds of excess weight puts pets at higher risk for osteoarthritis, joint pain, cancer, diabetes,

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Summer Safety Tips for Pets

Summer Safety Tips for Pets

Did you know that when we’re hot, it’s even worse for pets? Here’s a quick review of summer safety tips for your pets from Woodlawn Animal Hospital. Summer Safety Can Be Critical Noticing the signs of heat stroke can be the difference between life and death. If you notice any one of these symptoms, take your pet to an emergency care center. Excessive panting Abnormal drooling Vomiting Unsteady gait Abnormal gum and tongue color Elevated

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The Adoption Option: Are You Ready for a Rescued Pet?

The Adoption Option: Are You Ready for a Rescued Pet?

The Big Hearts of People Who Adopt At Woodlawn Animal Hospital, we admire pet lovers who rescue pets or adopt a rescued pet from a shelter. Many who adopt already have pets at home, and volunteer for adoption out of generosity and compassion. We’re taking this month to recognize these special heroes with a promotion just for rescued pets. Here to Help Right After Adoption As a client of Woodlawn, you can rest assured we’ve

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Lyme Disease and Your Pets

Lyme Disease and Your Pets

Symptoms of Lyme Disease Let’s answer your most urgent question first: what does Lyme disease look like in pets? Fever Stiff walk with an arched back Sensitivity to touch Difficulty breathing Loss of appetite Lethargy and depression Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases in the world, but only causes symptoms in 5-10% of affected dogs. It’s been positively diagnosed in all 50 states, and every continent except Antarctica. Transmission of the

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Pain in Your Pets: How to See It, How to Fix It

Pain in Your Pets: How to See It, How to Fix It

Pain is probably one of the most unrecognized (by owners) and therefore, under treated illnesses in pets. Pain can be extremely debilitating and detrimental to a pet’s quality of life. Animals can be stoic, even when in pain showing no typical or overt clinical signs. Owners will often mis-read behaviors their pets are exhibiting. Not understanding that these behaviors are in direct response to the pain they are experiencing. Pet Pain Can Be Hard to

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About Your Pet’s Blood Work

About Your Pet’s Blood Work

When we request a blood work panel, which includes a complete blood count and chemistry profile, the results are among the most important data we collect to ensure the wellness and longevity of your pet. When performed in conjunction with an annual physical exam, they help ensure your pet’s quality of life. A CBC and chemistry profile help us diagnose illness or injury, many of which display no symptoms and go undetected without these tests. What

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