It Gets Hot in the Car!
Did you know that in just 5 to 10 minutes, the temperature inside your car can cause serious health problems for your pet? Unfortunately so - in just 10 minutes, the temperature inside your vehicle can reach 1.5 times the...
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Take Care of our Paws!
Summer is here and hot days are ahead. Beware, however, as these high temperatures can also affect your pet’s health. Scorching surfaces such as asphalt can inflict severe burns on your companion’s paw pads. On a sunny day, this type...
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Why Should a Stool Analysis Be Done?
Because I care about your pet’s health and yours, as a veterinarian, I strongly recommend having a stool analysis performed at least annually to check for parasites in our pets. Parasites are a common and often silent threat to our...
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Is Your Pet Well Protected in Winter?
It’s no secret that as soon as the temperature begins to fall below freezing, it’s necessary to exercise caution to avoid frostbite. What about your pet? Despite their thick coat, animals are very sensitive to winter temperatures – it is...
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The Holidays Are Fast Approaching!
Decorations, guests, and good food will be on the agenda for your holiday celebrations! In order for everything to go smoothly for your pets, here are some precautions you should take: Never leave dishes unattended, as cooked turkey bones, desserts,...
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Winter Tips & Advice
Some dogs will have a harder time tolerating the cold. The same is true for cats. Don't forget that major temperature changes are less well tolerated by younger and older dogs. To help them get through the cold season, there...
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What is a Veterinarian Specialist?
We often hear about a specialist veterinarian, but what is the difference between your family veterinarian and a specialist? As in human medicine, veterinarians can pursue a specialty after their general studies. Specialists provide very valuable help to general veterinarians,...
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Help! My Pet Doesn’t Feel So Well…Is This an Emergency?
As with humans, an emergency with your pet can happen very quickly! But how do you know when a visit to the veterinarian is necessary? Here is a handy little guide to keep that contains all the answers you will...
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