The Corner Vet – Bellaire Blogs

November is Adopt A Senior Pet Month. We’re happy to help spread the word about this cause. Older pets can make absolutely wonderful animal companions! Here, a Bellaire, TX veterinarian lists some reasons to adopt  a dog or cat in their golden years. Prior Experience...

November is Pet Diabetes Month. Diabetes isn’t exactly the most common issue we see in kitties: it only affects about one percent of our feline friends. Then again, there are roughly 58 million pet cats here in the US, according to the Zebra research site. That...

Happy New Year! And, to our feline friends, Happy Mew Year! (Cats celebrate the new year on the 2nd.) As we leave 2023 behind and sail on into 2024, news, entertainment, and social media sites are all looking back on the last 12 months, offering various best of lists...

Did you know that the distinctive, smartly “dressed” tuxedo cats have captivated hearts for centuries? These charming felines are not just a treat for the eyes but also brim with personality and history. In our featured article, “A Celebration Of Tuxedo Cats,” we dive...

National Animal Poison Prevention Week starts March 17th this year, reminding pet owners to be proactive. Poisonings are a significant concern, often requiring emergency vet care. But there’s hope! Your local Bellaire, TX vet provides essential tips to mitigate these...

Did you know that dogs can suffer from anxiety, just as people can? Our canine friends are very emotional, just as people are. Fido can suffer from fear, depression, loneliness, and grief. This can take quite a toll on him, both emotionally and physically. A local...

Cat lovers, take note: there’s a new kitty in town! Or rather, Man’s Second Best Friend has donned a new outfit. The Salty Licorice Cat wears a stunning coat that follows a modern fashion trend. These kitties have ombre, or gradient, colored fur that is dark at the...

Many ponds and lakes are home to an unseen threat. Cyanobacteria, sometimes known as blue-green algae, is a kind of bacteria that flourishes in warm water. It emits a harmful toxin which is poisonous  and perhaps fatal to both humans and dogs. This is important...

Do you have some late-summer travel plans? Perhaps you’re headed off to a secluded cabin, or maybe going to meet your family at the beach. Some of our furry pals love to go to new places with their humans. Others would rather stay home. Of course, you may also need to...