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How often should I take my dog to the vet?

Posted Sep 23rd, 2022 in Core Care, Dogs, Dogs Core Care, Dogs Prevention, Dogs Routine Exams, Dogs Tips Advice, Prevention, Routine Exams, Tips & Advice

You love your pooch and want to give them the best chance at a long, healthy and happy life. That's where regular preventive veterinary care can help. But exactly how often should you take your dog to the vet? Read this post to find out. 

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What to Know Before Purchasing an Exotic Pet

Posted Sep 20th, 2022 in Exotics, Exotics Core Care, Exotics Tips Advice, Small Mammals, Small Mammals Core Care, Small Mammals Tips Advice, Tips & Advice

As long as owners understand the importance of caring for an exotic pet's specific environmental, nutritional and veterinary needs, small exotic mammals can make excellent pets. Today, our veterinarians discuss some popular exotics and explain what to consider before buying. 

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Best Diet for Dogs with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Posted Sep 16th, 2022 in Dogs, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Diagnostics, Dogs Gastric, Dogs Internal Medicine, Dogs Nutrition, Dogs Tips Advice, Gastric, Nutrition, Services & Treatment, Tips & Advice

Your dog's gastrointestinal tract can be partially or completely affected by inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This condition can also be difficult for vets to diagnose. Today, we share some symptoms of IBD in dogs, in addition to some of the recommended foods for dogs with IBD. 

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Budgie Care for Beginners

Posted Aug 30th, 2022 in Avian, Behavior, Exotics, Exotics Behavior, Exotics Breeds, Exotics Conditions Illnesses, Exotics Core Care, Exotics Nutrition, Exotics Prevention, Exotics Routine Exams, Exotics Services Treatment, Exotics Specialty, Exotics Tips Advice, Nutrition, Prevention, Services & Treatment, Specialty, Tips & Advice

Whether you are new to bird ownership, or an experienced avian pet parent, budgies can be ideal small pets. These delightful little birds are easy to care for but big in character. Our network vets offer a few tips on how to care for your budgie.

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Entropion in Dogs

Posted Aug 19th, 2022 in Diagnostics, Dog Breeds, Dogs, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Diagnostics, Dogs Eye, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Specialty, Dogs Tips Advice, Eye, Services & Treatment, Specialty, Tips & Advice

Entropion is a condition seen in many breeds where the pup's eyelids roll inwards causing irritation, pain, and other secondary eye problems. Today our network vets share more about this common eye condition in dogs including symptoms and how entropion is treated.

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Is my cat overweight?

Posted Aug 12th, 2022 in Cat Conditions & Illnesses, Cats, Cats Core Care, Cats Gastric, Cats Holistic Care, Cats Nutrition, Cats Prevention, Cats Tips Advice, Cats Weight, Conditions & Illnesses, Core Care, Gastric, Holistic Care, Nutrition, Prevention, Tips & Advice, Weight

While you might think of an overweight cat as "extra fluffy", carrying even a few extra ounces can negatively impact your kitty's long-term health. Our veterinarians explain how to tell if your cat is overweight and which steps to take to help get them slim and slender again.

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Treating & Preventing Ticks

Posted Aug 9th, 2022 in Cats, Cats Parasites, Cats Prevention, Cats Services Treatment, Core Care, Dogs, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Parasites, Dogs Prevention, Parasites, Prevention, Services & Treatment, Tips & Advice

Ticks can spread many serious diseases to cats, dogs and humans. In this post, our veterinarians explain how you can protect your pet and your family from these external parasites. 

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How long will my dog's pain last after spaying or neutering?

Posted Aug 2nd, 2022 in Dogs, Dogs Pain Management, Dogs Rehabilitation, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Soft Tissue Surgery, Dogs Surgery, Dogs Tips Advice, Pain Management, Rehabilitation, Services & Treatment, Soft Tissue Surgery, Surgery, Tips & Advice

Spay and neuter procedures are common surgeries that can prevent unwanted litters, curb undesirable behavior, and even protect your pet against some forms of cancer. Today, our veterinarians explain how your pup will feel after surgery. 

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10 Steps to Take When Your Pet Has Cancer

Posted Jul 12th, 2022 in Cancer, Cat Conditions & Illnesses, Cats, Cats Cancer, Cats Diagnostics, Cats Oncology, Cats Services Treatment, Cats Specialty, Cats Tips Advice, Conditions & Illnesses, Diagnostics, Dog Cancer, Dogs, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Diagnostics, Dogs Oncology, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Specialty, Dogs Tips Advice, Oncology, Services & Treatment, Specialty, Tips & Advice

Your dog has just been diagnosed with cancer. As a worried pet owner, you'll likely be feeling overwhelmed and have many questions. In this post, our vets will give an overview of treatment options and some practical advice for dog owners.

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What is Holistic Veterinary Medicine?

Posted Jul 11th, 2022 in Allergies, Cat Conditions & Illnesses, Cats, Cats Allergies, Cats Holistic Care, Cats Nutrition, Cats Pain Management, Cats Prevention, Cats Rehabilitation, Cats Services Treatment, Cats Tips Advice, Conditions & Illnesses, Dog Allergies, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Holistic Care, Dogs Nutrition, Dogs Pain Management, Dogs Prevention, Dogs Rehabilitation, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Tips Advice, Holistic Care, Nutrition, Pain Management, Prevention, Rehabilitation, Services & Treatment, Tips & Advice

While it may not be something you are thinking about daily, it is possible that your dog or cat could benefit from holistic veterinary care. This can range from acupuncture to nutraceutical treatments and even holistic pet food.

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