Lone Tree Animal Care Center Blogs

As our beloved dogs age, they bring even more wisdom, comfort, and love into our homes. Those gray muzzles and slower paces are signs of a life well-lived, but they also mean our furry friends have different needs. At Lone Tree Animal Care Center in Omaha, NE, we're...

As pet parents in Omaha and Council Bluffs, we all want our furry family members to be happy and healthy. But sometimes, invisible threats can lurk, causing discomfort and worry. One such common culprit is Giardia, a microscopic parasite that can wreak havoc on your...

As pet parents, we do everything we can to keep our furry companions happy and healthy—from routine checkups to emergency visits. But veterinary care can add up, especially when the unexpected happens. That’s where pet insurance comes in. At Lone Tree Animal Care...

At Lone Tree Animal Care Center, we're always looking for ways to provide the most advanced care for your pets—and that now includes PennHIP screening. Whether you're a breeder working to maintain the health of a bloodline or a pet owner wanting to protect your...

At Lone Tree Animal Care Center, your trusted Omaha and Council Bluffs vet clinic, we know that proper nutrition is one of the most critical aspects of your pet's health. Choosing the right diet is more than just picking up any pet food from the store shelf. Premium...

When it comes to your pet’s overall health, dental care is often overlooked but plays a vital role in their well-being. Just like humans, pets can suffer from a variety of dental issues, including plaque buildup, gum disease, and even tooth loss. In fact, the American...

When you bring your pet to Lone Tree Animal Care Center, your trusted Omaha veterinarian, you’re not just scheduling a routine checkup—you’re investing in their long-term health and well-being. Wellness appointments that include baseline diagnostics are essential for...

As marijuana becomes increasingly legal and accessible, vet clinics in Omaha are seeing a growing number of cases of marijuana exposure in pets, particularly dogs. While marijuana is harmless (or even beneficial) for humans when used responsibly, it can be toxic for...

Parvovirus is a virus passed in feces from animal to animal.  Infected dogs are asymptomatic for three to seven days while they spread the virus before exhibiting systems themselves.  Once they start exhibiting systems they vomit profusely which is followed in the...

Dogs with a flat, wide-shaped head are said to be brachycephalic (‘brachy’ meaning short, and ‘cephalic’, meaning head). The soft tissue in the nose and throat of some brachycephalic dogs may be excessive for the airways, partially obstructing the airway and making it...