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What is Veterinary Acupuncture?

What is Veterinary Acupuncture?

Dogs

As a pet parent, it is only natural to obsess over your dog's health and seek out the most effective and appropriate care for it. Sometimes during the search for exceptional care, you may come across treatments, procedures, or styles of veterinary care that you aren't familiar with—and veterinary acupuncture is likely one of the...

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A Veterinarian’s Breakdown of Cat Heartworm

A Veterinarian’s Breakdown of Cat Heartworm

Cats

As veterinarians, we see a wide range of health concerns in our feline friends. One potential threat often overlooked by cat owners is heartworm disease. While less common in cats than dogs, heartworm infection still poses a serious health risk. Understanding the prevalence of this disease in cats, along with the importance of p...

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Discovering Heartworm Disease in Dogs

Discovering Heartworm Disease in Dogs

Dogs

Heartworm. It's more than just a buzzword you hear at your vet's office; it's a condition that could impact your dog's health and happiness for the rest of their lives. Every dog, from the tiniest Chihuahua to the towering Great Dane, is at risk of heartworm disease. Geography plays a role, with areas having high mosquito popula...

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Senior Dog Care: A Focus on Silver Snouts and Aging Dog Wellness

Senior Dog Care: A Focus on Silver Snouts and Aging Dog Wellness

Dogs

As our loyal companions enter their golden years, their care needs evolve, and as a dedicated veterinarian, I'm here to guide you through this journey. Aging is a natural process, and with it comes changes that may affect your dog's health, behavior, and overall quality of life. But fear not, with the right support and care, you...

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Understanding Blood Work & Lab Tests for Cats

Understanding Blood Work & Lab Tests for Cats

Cats

As cat lovers, we know that our feline friends often keep their ailments a secret. That's why understanding what goes on in their little bodies is crucial for their wellbeing. From the importance of baseline blood work in young kittens to the nuances of interpreting results in senior cats, these tests can be a window into your k...

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Baby, It’s Hot Out There! Protecting Your Pets From the Heat.

Baby, It’s Hot Out There! Protecting Your Pets From the Heat.

Dogs

The last Friday of May is dedicated to National Heat Awareness Day, which spotlights heat-induced medical emergencies in humans and pets. Recognized on May 26 this year, we’re taking this opportunity to educate pet owners about the risks and signs associated with excessive heat, and preventative measures to ensure every pet can ...

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6 Differences Between Turtles and Tortoises

6 Differences Between Turtles and Tortoises

Other

As veterinarians, it's our job to ensure prospective exotic pet owners know how to properly care for and distinguish between certain animals. The last thing we’d ever want is for someone to adopt a pet and then lose them due to improper care!

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Pet Sitting Emergency: Be Prepared, Ready & Safe

Pet Sitting Emergency: Be Prepared, Ready & Safe

Dogs

Every pet owner will need a pet sitter at some point, whether they’re vacationing at a resort that isn’t pet-friendly or need to travel for work and can’t be distracted by their pet. In observance of Pet Sitter Safety Month throughout May, we’re diving into best practices for pet sitters to ensure they’re prepared and that the ...

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Cushing’s Disease In Dogs

Cushing’s Disease In Dogs

Dogs

What Is Cushing’s Disease In Dogs? Cushing's, also known as hyperadrenocorticism, is a disease that occurs most commonly in dogs when their adrenal glands produce too much cortisol. Cortisol is a hormone that is released under stressful events. Cortisol is needed for normal bodily function, but when too much cortisol is produce...

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Lyme Disease

Lyme Disease

Dogs

If you were to meet Howie with his cute bow tie and his wagging tail, you would never know that one fateful day last spring his mother thought he was on death’s doorstep. When Howie arrived at my clinic he was painful to the touch, had a high fever, had no appetite, and was very lethargic. He had no desire to walk around and we ...

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