Everyday Pet Gear That Can Harm Instead of Help Pet supply stores overflow with colorful collars, innovative leashes, and enticing toys. Most owners assume that if something is sold for pets, it must be safe. Unfortunately, that's not always true. Some widely available products can cause tracheal damage, entanglement injuries, choking hazards, or worse. Knowing [...]

Keeping Young Pets Safe: Recognizing Emergencies Before It's Too Late It only takes a few hours for dehydration or low blood sugar to turn dangerous in a puppy or kitten. Many new owners miss the subtle signs that something is wrong until it’s serious. Learning what’s normal- and what’s not- helps you act quickly when [...]

Diarrhea in Pets: When to Watch and When to Worry Diarrhea in pets is one of the most common and most confusing problems owners face. Sometimes it’s a simple dietary slip, but other times it’s the first sign of a more serious condition. Knowing when to watch and when to worry can make all the [...]

Stress-Free Protection: The Benefits of In-Home Pet Vaccinations For many pets, the vaccine itself is not the problem- it is the trip to the clinic. Nervous cats disappear when the carrier comes out, and anxious dogs tremble before the car even starts. Mobile veterinary care removes this barrier, offering protection in the place pets feel [...]

Safe, Simple, and Stress-Free: X-Rays at Home for Pets in Lewes The salty air, long walks on the beach, watching (or chasing) seagulls, swimming in the waves, or sprinting after a tennis ball in the sand - life in coastal Delaware has given many dogs and cats a full, active life. But over time, joints [...]

Does Your Pet Seem Itchy Lately? Seasonal Allergies Could Be the Cause A dog that spends the night licking their paws, a cat that hides and scratches until their fur thins, or a pup that sneezes every time they step outside are not just quirks. They are often signs of seasonal allergies, one of the [...]

When your cat suddenly stops sleeping at the foot of the bed because she’s constantly in the litterbox- or your dog whines to go out every hour only to produce a few drops of urine- it’s time to pay attention. At Iris Veterinary Care, serving Lewes, Delaware and the surrounding coastline, we treat urinary tract [...]

We all want our pets to live long, comfortable, and healthy lives. But illness in pets can be hard to spot- especially early on. At Iris Veterinary Care, serving Lewes, Delaware and the surrounding coastline, we use preventive tools like routine bloodwork to catch problems before they become symptoms. These simple tests can reveal hidden [...]

The Importance of Regular Wellness Exams for Pets Why Wellness Exams Are Essential for Your Pet’s Health What Is a Wellness Exam? A wellness exam is a preventive veterinary check-up designed to monitor your pet’s overall health, detect early signs of disease, and ensure they are up to date on vaccinations and parasite prevention. Unlike [...]

Recognizing emergency signs in pets can significantly influence the outcome of medical crises. At Iris Veterinary Care, we prioritize the health and urgent care needs of your pets, ensuring you have the knowledge and resources to act swiftly when emergencies arise. Recognizing Emergency Signs in Dogs and Cats Understanding when your pet requires immediate medical [...]