Posts in Category: Pet Wellness and Preventive Care October 7, 2025 by Branch Vet Fall Pet Safety With crisp mornings, crunchy leaves, pumpkin spice, and everything nice, fall has a way of making everything feel deliciously cozy. But it’s also a time when our pets can run into trouble they don’t have to deal with the rest of the year. Autumn’s unique set of risks includes everything from seasonal plants to holiday […] 5 Subtle Signs Your Pet Might Be Sick—and Why Early Vet Visits Matter Wouldn’t it be amazing if our pets could talk to us? In some ways, they can—just not in a language that can be written down on paper. That’s why it’s up to us pet parents to learn the signs our pets are happy, sad, bored, and sick. At Branch Vet, we know the ins and […] What Texas Pet Owners Should Know About Leptospirosis If you’re a pet parent in Texas, you should know what leptospirosis is, how it affects pets, and what signs to watch for. Leptospirosis infections are, unfortunately, common in hot, humid areas like Texas. Today, the team at Branch Vet will share everything Texas pet owners should know about this waterborne disease. Summer Pet Safety Most Texans are well accustomed to the summer sun, but that doesn’t mean our pets naturally lean into the heat like we do. In the blink of an eye, a fun afternoon can turn into an emergency trip to the vet without the proper precautions. Luckily, our team had put together this guide to help […] Summer Paw Care: Protecting Your Pet’s Feet from Hot Pavement and Rough Terrain While summer offers plenty of time for fun with your furry friends, there are some potentially dangerous risks to pets that rise with the temperatures. When the weather is great, we want to spend more time outside. Unfortunately, hot pavement and rough terrain can wreak havoc on unprotected paws, but luckily with a few quick […] Texas Ticks & Mosquitoes: Protecting Your Pet from Heartworms & Lyme Disease Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes may be tiny, but they can cause big problems for our pets. In this blog, our team at Branch Vet puts these little pests under a microscope to underscore the importance of tick and mosquito protection for pets. Why Annual Wellness Exams Are Crucial for Your Pet’s Health It’s hard to beat a head boop from our favorite feline or a slobbery kiss from our canine companion. Our pets provide us with so much joy and affection, and the most loving thing we can do in return is stay current with pet wellness exams. At Branch Vet, our goal is to help every […]