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WHY YOU WON’T SEE YOUR DOG’S HEARTWORM SYMPTOMS, UNTIL IT’S ADVANCED
Posts by: Dr. Mike Paul, DVM Heartworm disease is caused by a mosquito transmitted parasite. If left untreated, it can be a debilitating disease and sometimes prove fatal. Pets infected with heartworms can be found in all states, in spite of the fact that very effective heartworm prevention products are available. The good news is that I’ve noticed…
CHOOSING THE RIGHT DOG
Posts by: Dr. Ruth MacPete, DVM Picking the perfect dog can be a challenge, Dr. Ruth MacPete has you covered with this list of questions to ask before welcoming a new pooch into your family. from Dr. MacPete, find her on Facebook or at www.drruthpetvet.com! Picking the right dog is a decision that is more important than you may think. Just…
ITCHING AND ALLERGIES
CHRONIC ITCHING is most commonly caused by allergies or parasites, but hormonal imbalances can also be a cause. Bacterial and yeast infections are often secondary to allergies and can be the underlying cause for RECURRING SKIN AND EAR INFECTIONS. Allergies can be due to food, insects, or environmental factors like dust, pollen, or mold. Allergies usually…
WONDERING WHY YOUR OLD CAT SLEEPS SO MUCH??
DID YOU KNOW THAT 90% OF CATS OVER 12 HAVE EVIDENCE OF DEGENERATIVE JOINT DISEASE ?? Osteoarthritis occurs when the normal cartilage that cushions the joint is worn away, exposing the bone and resulting in discomfort. Often un-recognized in cats due to their ability to mask signs of disease and because cats exhibit a more…
$$ FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS $$
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO PET OWNERS IN NEED (from: www.petsforlife.org– The Humane Society of the United States) Please keep in mind that each organization is independent and has their own set of rules and guidelines. Therefore you will have to investigate each one separately to determine if you qualify for assistance: American Veterinary Medical…
KITTY NOT PURRING ?? … GET A CHECK-UP !!
Each is a “paws-up” to see your veterinarian: By the way, because illness is so commonly associated with changes in a cat’s activities of daily living, it’s a good idea to create a “healthy profile” for your cat. That way, you and your veterinarian will know what is normal for your cat so that in…
JOINT DIET PROMOTION
Although there is no cure for arthritis, the good news is that nutrition can help manage the disease, improve your dog’s mobility, and ease the pain. Hill’s Prescription diet J/D is clinically proven to help dogs with arthritis walk and run better, play better, and climb stairs more easily. Key benefits include high doses of…
LASER THERAPY—PAIN REMOVED, LIFE IMPROVED
The Class IV Companion Therapy Laser is a revolutionary approach to pain management, wound healing, and rehabilitation, without the use of drugs or surgery. Virtually any patient who has a condition that involves acute or chronic pain or inflammation can be helped by laser light energy. Some of the most common conditions treated are arthritis,…