Do Pets Get Sunburned? Skin Health in the Dog Days of Summer

Do Pets Get Sunburned? Skin Health in the Dog Days of Summer

August 19, 2025

Warmer weather and no school makes summer the perfect opportunity to enjoy some outdoor time with your kids and your pets. As you slather on […]
Fourth of July Pet Safety

Fourth of July Pet Safety

July 8, 2025

The art of keeping our pets safe varies throughout the year. While the Fourth of July is the quintessential summer holiday, it does pose quite […]
Snake Safety for Pets: What to Do if Your Dog or Cat Encounters a Snake

Snake Safety for Pets: What to Do if Your Dog or Cat Encounters a Snake

June 4, 2025

San Antonio’s warm climate makes it a prime spot for slithery summer wildlife hazards—including snakes. While many snakes in the area are harmless, some pose […]
Heatstroke Prevention in Pets: How to Keep Your Pet Safe as Temperatures Rise

Heatstroke Prevention in Pets: How to Keep Your Pet Safe as Temperatures Rise

May 7, 2025

As temperatures swell to the 80s and 90s here in San Antonio, it’s important to make sure you know the risk of heatstroke in pets. […]
Heartworm Awareness Month: Why Preventive Care is a Must

Heartworm Awareness Month: Why Preventive Care is a Must

April 2, 2025

April is Heartworm Awareness Month. In other words, it’s the perfect time to broadcast the importance of heartworm prevention to pet parents everywhere.  Heartworms are […]
How Weather Affects Pets: Tips for Seasonal Health and Comfort

How Weather Affects Pets: Tips for Seasonal Health and Comfort

February 7, 2025

Seasons come and go, and as temperatures rise and fall, it’s important to be mindful of weather effects on pets. At Borgfeld Animal Hospital, we […]
Understanding Your Pet’s Nutritional Needs: How to Choose the Right Diet for Your Pet

Understanding Your Pet’s Nutritional Needs: How to Choose the Right Diet for Your Pet

December 3, 2024

If you have ever stood in the aisle at the store overwhelmed by the choices in pet food, you are not alone. Everyone wants to […]
Preparing Your Pet For The Holidays: Tips for a Safe and Stress-Free Season

Preparing Your Pet For The Holidays: Tips for a Safe and Stress-Free Season

November 4, 2024

Celebrating the holidays with pets can be full of delights, but the season also has the potential to upend their daily routines and any recent […]
Prevention and Treatment for Infectious Diseases in San Antonio

Prevention and Treatment for Infectious Diseases in San Antonio

October 3, 2024

At Borgfeld Animal Hospital, we love it when a (preventive) plan comes together. There are some common diseases in pets in San Antonio that are […]
Fleas and Ticks: Protecting Your Pets in San Antonio

Fleas and Ticks: Protecting Your Pets in San Antonio

September 6, 2024

Regardless of whether they’re internal or external, parasites are universally feared and loathed. As blood-suckers, parasites aren’t just gross; they’re responsible for spreading many different […]