At Licking Valley Vet we treat a wide range of animals. Everything from rabbits to dogs to horses. We also treat wildlife through our local wildlife rehabilitation centers. What is Wildlife Rehabilitation? Wildlife rehabilitation or rescue is when wild animals are placed in the care of a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. This would include wildlife that …
Part of being a dog or cat owner is making sure your pet gets regular health care. Just like human’s dogs and cats may need regular nail trimming. You will want to check your pet’s nails every couple of weeks to see if they need a trim. Nails that are too long can cause health …
A horse is a major investment that begins with the purchase. You will still need to house, feed and provide regular medical care after you purchase the horse. So it stands to reason that you want to get a sound, healthy animal. Many people rush into their first horse purchase. This can end badly for …
Training your dog is one of the most important things you can do. Whether you have a new puppy or an older dog from the animal shelter it is important that your dog listens to you. Why Train Your Dog Think of your dog as you would a child. There are important life skills that …
Anaplasma is a serious disease in cattle that is spread by ticks. You may have heard it called yellow bag or yellow fever. It’s caused by the organism Anaplasma marginale which lives within red blood cells and causes severe anemia. The disease has serious ramifications in the cattle industry because it causes weight loss, lowered milk production, abortions, …
We are happy to announce that Governor Beshear and the State Veterinary Board have lifted many of the restrictions that veterinarians have had during the pandemic. We are now back to being full service. However, they still have several procedures in place that vets must follow. We will be continuing to use our curbside service. …