by Dr. Belinda Parsons | Sep 4, 2025 | Blog
Not every itch is an allergy. Sometimes what looks like “just scratching” can have a very different cause. So how do vets figure out what’s really going on when your pet can’t stop scratching? At Rouse Hill Family Vets, we’ve seen plenty of itchy pets lately. From paw...
by Dr. Belinda Parsons | Sep 4, 2025 | Blog
Think allergies only mean sneezing and watery eyes? For pets, the signs can be much sneakier — and easier to miss. From paw licking marathons to head shaking in the middle of the night, allergies show up in ways that can catch owners off guard. At Rouse Hill Family...
by Dr. Belinda Parsons | Aug 19, 2025 | Blog
Here’s why early signs are easy to miss — and what to do about it. If you’ve ever caught a whiff of your dog or cat’s breath and thought, yikes… you’re not alone.Bad breath is one of the most common signs of dental disease in pets — but it’s far from the only one. And...
by Dr. Belinda Parsons | Aug 19, 2025 | Blog
Why Dental X-rays Are a Game-Changer for Your Pet’s Health On the surface, your pet’s teeth might look pretty good. They’re still eating. They’re still chewing. Maybe their breath’s a little pongy, but otherwise? All seems fine. But here’s the truth: Most dental...
by Dr. Belinda Parsons | Apr 8, 2025 | Blog
I’ll never forget the Labrador who polished off an entire bag of Easter eggs before the kids even made it outside for the hunt. What should’ve been a relaxing Easter morning turned into an emergency visit. Easter is such a beautiful time to gather with loved ones,...
by Dr. Belinda Parsons | Mar 5, 2025 | Blog
Is your pet’s cough just a little irritation, or is it something more serious? As a vet, I see so many pet owners dismiss a cough as “just a tickle” or “probably nothing.” But I also see cases where that same cough was the first sign of something much more serious. So...
