From Flea Meds to Lyme Disease: A Vet Blog

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From Flea Meds to Lyme Disease: A Vet Blog

Have you ever thought about how many different diseases it is possible for your pet to contract? Dogs, for example, can get Lyme disease, salmonella, parvo, canine herpes, and a whole array of other viral infections. Plus, they are prone to parasitic infestations such as fleas, roundworm, and heart worm. Vets, amazingly enough, know the ins and outs of all these diseases and ailments. This knowledge makes them the best people to protect your pet and keep him or her healthy. Learning a bit about vet care can help make you a more responsible, capable pet owner, so feel free to check out the articles on this website, which is dedicated to vets and pet lovers alike.

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What Can A Vet Do For Chronic Diarrhea In Dogs?

19 January 2021
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Does your dog suffer from chronic diarrhea or loose stools? Sometimes, it's tempting to dismiss this problem and figure it's just the way your dog is going to be. But there is almost always an underlying health problem that is causing the loose stools, and ignoring that is not doing your dog any favors. In most cases, your vet will work with you to figure out the cause of the loose stools and come up with the best treatment plan. Read More …

3 Benefits To Spaying Or Neutering Your New Pet

23 December 2020
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If you have just gotten a new pet, you want to make sure that you are doing everything possible to keep them healthy for as long as possible. That way, you can have your pet for many, many years to come. One thing that you should do is make sure that they are spayed or neutered. You may think that you want to wait to spay your female pet or neuter your male pet until a certain period. Read More …

Tongue-Tied By Your Dog’s Tongue Color? What A Sudden Change May Mean And What You Should Do About It

19 November 2020
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A dog's tongue, comprised of a web of veins and arteries, serves the important functions of regulating temperature, taking in food and water, and acting as an instrument of self-expression when lapping at humans. This important organ can also tell you about your dog's health. If it's changing colors, it's an indicator that your dog needs to be seen by a vet. Color Changes And What They Might Mean A healthy tongue is most often pink, but depending on the breed, may deviate. Read More …

What To Do If Your Dog Tears Their Dewclaw

20 October 2020
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Some dogs have their dewclaws removed as puppies, but if your dog still has theirs, you may run into problems with it from time to time. Your dog could tear their dewclaw if it gets snagged on anything, and that dewclaw could get snagged on anything and everything, including your carpeting or your furniture. If your dog does end up tearing their dewclaw, you may not know what to do or how to help your dog. Read More …

Signs Your Gerbil Needs To See The Vet

21 September 2020
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Gerbils make great pets. They're cute, small, friendly, and easy to keep in a reasonably sized cage. However, they are still pets — living creatures — and like all living creatures, they can struggle with some health problems from time to time. When these health problems arise, just as with a dog or cat, you should take your gerbil to the vet. So what are the signs your pet gerbil needs veterinary care? Read More …