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“Un-Adoptable” Pittie Becomes Ohio’s FIRST Pit Bull K9 Officer
This story just warms our hearts. We had to share. Leonard found himself in a shelter at 1yr of age…
7 Common Health Problems in Senior Cats
When was the last time your cat saw the veterinarian? Research shows that only 1 in 4 cat owners feel…
April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Is Your Pet Protected?
Heartworm is a serious disease that can lead to death. Heartworm is transmitted by mosquitos. Once bitten by a mosquito…
Basic Training, Plus Lifesaving Commands Every Dog Should Know
See below for a great article from VetStreet about important commands your dog should know. Read on for some excellent/easy…
Blue Buffalo and Well Pet Foods Issue Voluntary Recalls for Potential Health Risks
There have been 3 reported cases of hyperthyroidism in dogs that may have been feed foods that contained elevated levels…
Brrrrr! It’s FRIGID outside! Scroll Down for Important Pet Safety Reminders
A few reminders from your friendly neighborhood veterinary team: Don't leave your pets outdoors - please bring all dogs and…
Buyer Beware of False Internet Claims
The FDA recently issued warnings to 14 different internet companies that were selling more than 5 dozen unapproved products that…
Canine Lyme Disease
Most people in New England have heard of Lyme disease and in fact, many people have had this terrible disease…
Canned Cat Food Recall
The J.M. Smucker Company Expands Limited Voluntary Recall on Certain Lots of Canned Cat Food Due to Low Levels of…
Common Cause of Dog ER Visits – Pancreatitis
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, here's an important reminder from your friends at VUCC. Feeding your dog a fatty meal (sharing…
Dec 3, 2018: FDA Recall – Dangerous Levels of Vitamin D
The FDA has recalled several dog foods due to potentially dangerous levels of Vitamin D. Scroll down for specific brands/lot…
Designer breeding = Puppy Plastic Surgery
We agree - Sharpei's and Frenchies are irresistibly ADORABLE. But before you decide to bring one of these super cute little…
Do you wash your pets food and water bowls daily? You should.
Without regular washing, pet bowls can lead to infections around the mouth and the chin. Haven't washed your pets bowls…
Dogs May Help Cure Cancer
We all know our dogs are our heroes. But some dogs battling cancer may get the chance to provide insights…
E-Cigarettes and Nicotine
Check out this video to learn more about the dangers of e-cigarettes, the signs of nicotine poisoning and what to do if your pet is exposed to liquid nicotine.
FDA approves the First Generic Drug for the Treatment of Heartworm Disease in Dogs
Even though the FDA recently approved Diroban, veterinarians recommend year round heartworm preventive for dogs (and cats!). https://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/NewsEvents/CVMUpdates/ucm542091.htm
FDA issues new warning after 15 dogs die
Please share. 68 dogs have become ill and 15 dogs have died after consuming "Bone Treats" according to a recent…
Feline Ear Mites (Video)
This is a video of Feline Ear Mites. What Are the General Symptoms of Ear Mites in Cats? Excessive scratching…
Heartwarming story about a boy and a dog who share the same condition
The best of crowdfunding. GoFundMe helped a young boy from Arkansas meet Rowdy. Rowdy and the boy have the same…
Heartworm Disease in Cats – An untreatable yet preventable infection
How do cats get Heartworm disease? Cats are exposed to heartworm disease the same way dogs are - through the…
Hidden Electrical Dangers – How to Protect Your Pet
A Boston dog, Bob, lost his life yesterday due to a little known electrical hazard. Metal objects such as sewer…
Hills Pet Nutrition Voluntary Recall – Excessive Vitamin D
As an update to our December 3rd article on excessive levels of Vitamin D in certain dog foods, we recently…
Holiday Pet Safety
Hi friends. After treating yet another chocolate ingestion this evening, I'd like to take a moment to remind everyone of…
How Cold Does It Get in a Dog House?
Veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward stays in a dog house overnight during the winter to find out how cold it gets inside and what a dog experiences.
How to Remove a Tick
Prompt tick removal is essential if you notice one of these tiny creatures on your dog, but using the proper…
Is your dog a good judge of character? Science says yes.
http://www.mensjournal.com/entertainment/articles/new-research-your-dog-is-judging-you-w466990
Is Your Dog Brachycephalic?
If yes, they are more likely to suffer from certain conditions. Brachycephalic breeds are dogs with short noses such as…
It’s getting HOT out there – Scroll down for Important Pet Safety Reminders!
Hello fellow New England dog lovers! It is going to be a HOT weekend and 4th of July week. With…
Learn about Ehrlichiosis
Dogs and cats with ehrlichiosis can develop an acute infection that starts with fever, appetite loss and lethargy. Other signs seen in cats and dogs include weight loss, joint pain, vomiting and diarrhea.
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