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Knowing About Diabetes in Pets

Knowing About Diabetes in Pets

Knowing About Diabetes in PetsDiabetes is a relatively common medical condition in both dogs and cats. It occurs when the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels due to a lack of insulin or an inability to effectively use insulin.  Insulin is a...

8 Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Your Pet

8 Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Your Pet

8 Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Your PetThanksgiving is a time of celebration and gathering, but it's important to keep in mind that some of the holiday festivities can pose risks to your dogs and cats.  This post reviews some Thanksgiving safety tips to ensure your...

7 Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe During Halloween

7 Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe During Halloween

7 Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe During HalloweenHalloween can be a fun and exciting time, especially for your dogs. But it can also pose potential risks to your dog's safety and comfort, and because these risks aren’t the norm, it’s important that you keep them in mind...

The Importance of a Body Condition Score for Your Pet

The Importance of a Body Condition Score for Your Pet

The Importance of a Body Condition Score for Your PetWe know your pet’s health and happiness are important to you. One way to help identify poor health is a tool that assesses your pet’s body condition score (BCS).  Veterinarians and pet owners use this valuable tool...

How to Read a Dog’s Body Language

How to Read a Dog’s Body Language

How to Read a Dog’s Body LanguageReading a dog’s body language is essential for understanding his feelings, moods, and intentions. This is especially important when introducing your canine friend to new people, animals, or situations, as it can contribute...

Signs Your Dog or Cat May Be in Pain

Signs Your Dog or Cat May Be in Pain

Signs Your Dog or Cat May Be in PainWe know you want what’s best for your cats and dogs, and the thought of them in pain likely takes an emotional toll on you. Since our pets can’t verbalize pain, they’ll display various behavioral and physical characteristics...

Why Would My Dog Need an Ultrasound?

Why Would My Dog Need an Ultrasound?

Why Would My Dog Need an Ultrasound?Just like people, dogs may need the help of modern healthcare technology, such as an ultrasound, to determine what’s happening inside their bodies.  An ultrasound is a medical imaging procedure that uses sound waves to produce...

Why is Flea and Tick Preventative Important for Dogs?

Why is Flea and Tick Preventative Important for Dogs?

Why is Flea and Tick Preventative Important for Dogs?Fleas and ticks are more than just annoying little bugs; they can actually do quite a lot of damage to the health of your dog, your house, and your family. Fortunately, flea and tick prevention has become standard...

Does My Dog Need Preventative Heartworm Care?

Does My Dog Need Preventative Heartworm Care?

Does My Dog Need Preventative Heartworm Care?Being proactive with your dog’s health is a crucial step for a responsible pet owner, so preventative heartworm medication should be a regular part of your dog’s treatment plan.  Heartworm disease occurs when an infected...

What Causes Allergies in Dogs and Cats?

What Causes Allergies in Dogs and Cats?

What Causes Allergies in Dogs and Cats?Is it us, or are little cat sneezes kind of cute? We know; we hear them a lot at our vet clinic. But, they may be a sign of something more serious. Allergies.  Allergies in dogs and cats aren’t uncommon and can be caused by...

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