In the hustle and bustle of pet parenthood, it’s easy to focus on the basics: food, shelter, and physical health. However, one crucial aspect of pet care often goes overlooked — mental health and enrichment. Like humans, our furry companions have complex emotional needs requiring attention and care. As veterinarians, we’ve witn...
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Heartworm. It's more than just a buzzword you hear at your vet's office; it's a condition that could impact your dog's health and happiness for the rest of their lives. Every dog, from the tiniest Chihuahua to the towering Great Dane, is at risk of heartworm disease. Geography plays a role, with areas having high mosquito popula...
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As our loyal companions enter their golden years, their care needs evolve, and as a dedicated veterinarian, I'm here to guide you through this journey. Aging is a natural process, and with it comes changes that may affect your dog's health, behavior, and overall quality of life. But fear not, with the right support and care, you...
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Kennel cough may seem like a playful name for a simple dog illness, but the reality of kennel cough can be much more serious than its name suggests if the illness progresses. Officially known as canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC), kennel cough often spreads in environments where dogs are in close contact, such...
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Vaccines have saved more lives than any other medical advancement. However, there has been a recent pushback in human and animal vaccine acceptance – known as “vaccine hesitancy.” This term refers to the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines.
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Dog owners, I say this from the most loving place in my heart: for the love of dog, train your dog.
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Managing diabetes in pets, especially dogs, can feel overwhelming, but recent advances in technology are making it much easier for pet parents to monitor and manage their dog’s condition. One such breakthrough is the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems, like the FreeStyle Libre (FSL), which allow for real-time tra...
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If you’re a dog parent, you’ve probably heard of the common “kennel cough,” but did you know that dogs can also catch a type of influenza? Just like in people, canine influenza virus (CIV) is a highly contagious respiratory virus that spreads easily in places where dogs congregate, like parks, doggie daycare, and grooming facili...
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If you're on the hunt for a smart, loyal, and relatively low-maintenance companion, you might want to consider a miniature poodle. While poodles may have slipped out of the limelight in recent years, they've made a strong comeback, especially through crossbreeding with other popular breeds like Labradors and Golden Retrievers.
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I keep talking to people who are planning road trips this year to avoid air travel, and many are taking their dogs along for the ride. As someone who takes his dog everywhere with him, I love this idea! One of my favorite sayings is, “It’s not what you do for your dog, but what you do with your dog.”
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