Veterinary Articles and Pet Care Resources

Food allergies can significantly impact your pet’s comfort and quality of life. Understanding how food allergies work, recognizing the symptoms, and knowing how they are properly diagnosed can help you and your veterinarian create an effective plan to keep your pet healthy and comfortable. Just like people, pets can suffer from food allergies. In these […]

Allergies are your pet’s immune system overreacting to something (allergen). The 3 most common allergies in pets are environmental, food and fleas. Most pets are on a flea & tick preventative, so this article is mostly about environmental and food allergies. In pets, allergic disease is typically expressed as itchiness. ENVIRONMENTAL ALLERGIES Atopy is the […]

Bringing your cat to the vet doesn’t have to be stressful. At Heights Hospital for Animals, we’re committed to making every visit as calm and comfortable as possible — for both our feline patients and their people. A low-stress visit actually starts at home. Here’s how you can help set your cat up for success. […]

Spaying (females) and neutering (males) is a common and crucial part of pet ownership. Although typically an elective procedure, spaying/neutering your pet is recommended in most situations. Led by Dr. Aparna Modi, the team at Heights Hospital for Animals is here to help you navigate the process of spaying or neutering your pet. What is […]

While not always pleasant to think about, parasites are a common issue faced by pet owners everywhere. Regardless of the species of your pet, parasite control must be taken seriously for the health of both your pet and yourself! What Are Parasites? Parasites are organisms that live within or on another organism and steal nutrients […]

Do you need a lizard vet or a doctor for your tortoise? Exotic pets require veterinary care just like any other species. At Heights Hospital for Animals in, we look forward to caring for all kinds of pets, not just dogs and cats! If you need a vet for your gecko or ferret, we’re here […]

Got a new puppy or kitten? Congratulations on your new addition! We’re delighted to welcome you and your new puppy/kitten to Heights Hospital for Animals in Yorktown Heights NY 10598. Even though bringing a new pet home is an exciting experience, it can also be a lot to process all at once. Setting up your […]

Do your pet’s ears stink? Is there something wrong with them? Are they shaking their head or scratching at their ears a lot? Is there brown gunk or debris in your pet’s ears? It sounds like your pet may have an ear infection! Ear infections are a common issue seen in our patients, especially in […]

Although we don’t like to think about it, emergencies are an unfortunate part of life and of pet ownership. Knowing how to identify an emergency, and when to seek help is an important first step in resolving a medical issue. Thankfully, Dr. Aparna Modi and her medical team at Heights Hospital for Animals in Yorktown […]