Overweight pet?

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Overweight pet? The reasons your pet isn’t losing weight For pets and people alike, it is easier to keep weight off than to lose it. An overweight pet with even a few extra pounds can experience consequences for their long-term health and wellness. Weight-loss diets can be difficult to maintain – especially once behavioral patterns…

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Plan a pet-safe landscape

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Plan a pet-safe landscape to prevent pet poisoning this spring Spring is here! This can be a stressful time for pet owners. Parasite prevention, microchipping, and vaccination might come to mind, but among the threats to pet health and safety are the plants that make spring and summer so delightful. Undoubtedly, pet poisoning is a…

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What are Lifestyle Vaccines (and Does My Dog Need Them)?

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What are lifestyle vaccines (and does my pet need them)? Lifestyle or “non-core” vaccines are given depending on your pet’s lifestyle. They are recommended for individuals at risk for exposure to specific infectious agents. Curious which lifestyle vaccines your pet may need? Good news! You are in the right place. What Are Infectious Agents? Infectious…

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What Happens at a Dental Exam?

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What happens at a dental exam? You may have heard before that pets need to go to the dentist just as often as humans do. Is this true? In short, yes! Proper preventative steps for your pet include comprehensive dental care and dental exams every 6-12 months. Want to learn more about what happens during…

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What Happens When a Pet is in Surgery?

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What happens when my pet is in surgery? Surgery can be a necessary part of providing the best life for your pet. We know that having any member of your family in surgery can be scary, which is why we are here for you and wanting to provide additional information to hopefully make it a…

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Getting to Know Kayleigh Webster, Certified Veterinary Technician

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New Title During a typical workday, Kayleigh spends most of her time with all things surgery and maintenance. She checks in surgical patients, gets them ready for their procedure, monitors their anesthesia, and keeps an eye on them post-op. When it is time, she gets the pleasure of sending them home to their families. Animals…

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What is Considered a Pet Emergency?

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It’s 9:27pm and your pet starts throwing up out of nowhere. You go to our website and request an appointment for the next morning, but can’t help that nagging feeling in your gut–is something more serious going on? Your mind starts racing with questions and concerns for your furry family member: What is considered a…

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Do I need to spay or neuter my pet?

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If you have a new furry family member, or even if you have had your pet for a while and are unsure if to spay or neuter is the necessary or the best opinion – this post is for you. It will explain the importance and urgency of this standard procedure. Why Should I Spay…

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Why Do I Need to Take My Cat For Dental Check-Ups?

black and white cat getting her teeth brushed

Oral health issues in cats can cause them pain and discomfort, as well as causing permanent health consequences. Even if your cat doesn’t make it obvious that their mouth hurts, it doesn’t mean they are not experiencing pain. As dental problems progress over time, cats often learn and adapt to live with the pain. Because…

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Can Cats Be Treated for Heartworms?

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Currently, there is no drug approved for treating heartworms in cats. If you have a cat and want to know the specifics of heartworm disease and your feline family member, this blog is for you. Diagnosis More than one test is required to confirm heartworm disease because no one consistent test works every time. We…

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