Itchy Pet Awareness Month: Common Dog Skin Conditions

The arrival of September isn’t just about cooler weather and getting the kiddos back to school. It’s also Itchy Pet Awareness Month. This month serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of understanding and addressing common skin conditions that cause itching in dogs (medically called “pruritis”). Our canine companions can’t communicate their discomfort verbally,…

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Summer Pet Safety Tips

The weather is getting hotter and lake days are calling, which means that summer is officially here! We want you to enjoy the warm weather and have a safe enjoyable summer with your pet.  Here are a few helpful tips for preparing a happy and healthy summer for everyone in your family.  How to Keep…

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How Children Can Avoid Dog and Cat Bites

It is beautiful to watch our four-legged family members comfortably interact with our children. For some pets, this comes naturally; for others, it takes time and effort to build trust between them and the children. It is essential to be able to read the behavior of our dogs and cats to facilitate that bond between…

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Pericardial Effusion

By: Athena Eberle, DVM [printer-friendly version] What is pericardial effusion? Pericardial effusion is an abnormal build-up of fluid within the sac surrounding the heart. There is normally a very small amount of fluid present within this space so when an increased volume accumulates, the heart’s ability to pump effectively is impaired causing secondary effects. Most…

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