Veterinarian Carroll Gardens

Bringing home baby and introducing it to its furry sibling — the dog! For many people, a dog is a gateway to a child — you learn about caring for another living thing and that it requires. Whether it’s getting up early at the crack of dawn to let it out or paying for a…

Dogs play a large role in our society, so it’s vital to teach your kids about dog safety!  We love dogs, and as adults, most of us know how to safely interact with them, and as a parent or caregiver, it’s so important to pass this along and teach kids how to behave safely around…

Chilly winter temperatures in Carroll Gardens can make dogs vulnerable to the weather outside.  Carroll Gardens can be an absolute winter wonderland looking out from a window, but being outside in the snow and frigid temperatures is a different story! After all, taking a stroll from brownstone to brownstone may be doable for you when…

You’ve seen the posed photo of a dog at a craft brewery or next to a glass of wine after a “hard day’s work,” but as we know from chocolate, not everything we consume is good for dogs.  At The Vet Set in Carroll Gardens, we know that the holidays bring celebrations which can mean…

All things related to your dog’s water consumption!   Just like humans, dogs need water to survive and with all the running around and activity they have, it’s important that they have access to both indoors and outdoors.    But, is there such a thing as your dog drinking too much water?    At The…

Enjoy The Quiet: Breeds That Don’t Bark If loud noises, barking included, cause you anxiety, we’ve got you covered! Barking can be a real problem, not only as a dog owner, but it can be disruptive to neighbors and when you’re out and about. While there are methods you can use to train your dog…

Because navigating emotional wellness with a four-legged furry friend is always better!   You may have noticed dogs roaming in unconventional places — airports, restaurants, and even shopping malls — and while service animals are quite recognizable, what is an emotional support animal (ESA)?   Our furry best friends complete our families — not only…

Dogs drinking water is a normal part of their daily life, but when does it become an issue and raise red flags to their health?   Dogs drink water because they’re thirsty and when their bodies become low on water, it will cue thirst. Dogs lose water through panting — since dogs only sweat through…

Pet parents take on caring for their animals just as much as people care for their human children, but unlike kids, animals can’t verbally communicate to tell alert someone if something is wrong. Until a pet translator is invented, pet parent’s will have to rely on body language their pet provides to understand what’s going…