Is my puppy or kitten sick?
When assessing whether or not you have a sick kitten or sick puppy, it is always best to err on the side of caution. In evaluating the health status of a puppy or kitten, some things to consider: Attitude Is…
What can my pets eat this holiday season?
What can my pets eat this holiday season? Can dogs eat apples? Are poinsettias poisonous to cats? Are grapes bad for dogs? Tomlyn veterinarian, Dr. Jim Lowe, will answer some of the season’s most popular pet parent questions. Unlike people,…
Notes From the Vet, Dr. Jim Lowe-Precautions to Take During the Holidays
Our four-legged companions are family members, and as such, we wish them to be included in all activities around the holiday season. Some precautions should be taken, however, as the festive season can present new hazards in the life of…
The A,B,C’s of Using Tomlyn’s Relax & Calm by Dr. Jim Lowe
A…anxiety related to noise B…barking excessively when crated C…coping with new challenges D…disturbances to normal routine E…electrical storms F…fireworks G…going on road trips H…household destruction I…interactions with visitors J…jumping on visitors K…kenneling/boarding L…loud noises M…moving to new home N…nausea associated…
Adopting Senior Dogs & Cats-Dr. Jim Lowe
Want to go beyond the standard adoption? Consider opening your home and your heart to an older dog or cat. But their life expectancy is limited? Yes, so you have an opportunity to ensure the last part of this animal’s…
Notes From the Vet, Dr. Jim Lowe-Common Holiday Foods Dangerous to Dogs & Cats
One of the wonders of the holidays is the unbelievable variety (and amount) of special foods prepared to celebrate the season. Failure to pay attention to preventing your pet’s access to these foods can cause your time of celebration to…
Why do people and pets take Pre/Probiotics???-Check out these notes from our vet, Dr. Jim Lowe
What is a prebiotic? A prebiotic is a compound, often a sugar, that provides nutrition for the beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract. What is a probiotic? A probiotic is an ingested substance, often a bacteria, that provides support to…
Wonder What L-Lysine is for??? Check out these notes from our vet, Dr. Jim Lowe
Why L-lysine? Lysine supplementation supports ocular and respiratory health in cats. Lysine may be used in conjunction with other supportive modalities. What is L-lysine? Lysine is an amino acid providing support for conditions responsive to lysine supplementation. Is L- lysine…
Tomlyn Introduces Dr. Jim Lowe – Note from the Vet
Dr. Jim Lowe received is Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Texas A & M University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1995. Having practiced for eighteen years in locales from Texas to Montana, he realized that a technical services position would offer him a much broader platform to educate pet owners regarding the care of their companions.
October is Adopt a Dog Month! Adopt Today!
Pet adoption offers an opportunity to foster the human-animal bond in a unique way. With shelters over-flowing, there exists large numbers of dogs available to meet the needs of any prospective adoptive parent. With a few considerations, this process can…