Paw Pad Burns: How They Happen & What You Can Do About Them
DogsWhen the weather heats up, many people are excited to spend more time outside with their dogs, running, hiking, walking around the neighborhood, or playing by the water.
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What Happens If You Don't Vaccinate Your Pet? The Risks You Need to Know
DogsLet's be honest; no one likes getting shots. But vaccinations – for both people and pets – are more than just a checklist item during your annual physical and are essential for both protecting us and our pets from preventable diseases and setting a better standard of personal and public health.
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Leptospirosis in Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
DogsDo you have a dog that loves swimming, splashing in puddles, or jumping into any pit of mud that they can find? In addition to leaving you with a whole lot of cleanup, these activities could also be putting your dog at risk for a serious – and potentially life-threatening – illness known as Leptospirosis.
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Cat Wellness Exams: Maintaining Your Cat’s Wellness Throughout Their Lifetime
CatsYour cat may seem like it’s in purr-fect health, but did you know that cats are experts at hiding pain, discomfort, and other health problems? Thankfully, regular cat wellness exams present a perfect opportunity for veterinarians to review your cat’s overall health condition and catch any sneaky issues early on.
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Is My Dog Allergic to Grass?
DogsIf your dog won’t stop licking their paws or their feet seem red and irritated after time outside, you’re not alone. Grass allergies are one of the most common allergy challenges pet parents face and cases are on the rise. In fact, over the past 10 years, there has been a 30.7% increase in environmental allergy cases in dogs, ac...
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How Hot Is Too Hot for Cats? Your Guide to Caring for Outdoor Cats as Temperatures Rise
CatsFor most cat owners, the temperatures outside aren’t often a cause for concern – after all, most cats spend all of their time inside and are rarely exposed to the elements. But for those owners who have cats that like to spend some time outdoors or take care of strays that live fully outside, the heat in the spring and summer mo...
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Can Chiropractic Help Your Cat? Here’s What to Know
CatsChiropractic care is often associated with pain relief and mobility issues, but its benefits extend far beyond that, especially for cats. While many feline patients may not show obvious symptoms like limping or stiffness, chiropractic adjustments can improve overall wellness through the regulation of neurologic function and orga...
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Freedom From Fear: Noise Conditioning for Fireworks and Thunderstorms
DogsThe Fourth of July is a holiday filled with backyard BBQ feasts accented by a colorful array of firework explosions enjoyed by many. However, dogs with noise aversion to fireworks and thunderstorms ruin this American pastime. Waking up at 2 a.m. to an 80-lb dog on your chest, hyperventilating from a loud noise, is undesirable to...
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Can Dogs Eat Cicadas? And All of Your Other Questions About Dogs and Cicadas Answered
DogsIt’s an unavoidable fact of pet ownership that at some point in time, your dog is going to eat something they shouldn’t. Whether it's a grape that fell off the counter, a toxic plant on the table, or some questionable item they scooped off the sidewalk before you could react, there will come a moment when you're searching online...
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The Dangers of Porcupine Quills in Dogs
DogsWhile a dog having a run-in with a porcupine and coming home covered in quills may sound like a rare occurrence that the average owner doesn’t need to worry about, it’s unfortunately an accident that we see frequently at the clinic.
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