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Canine Influenza and the New Vaccine
[printer-friendly version] Canine Influenza is a flu virus that affects dogs. It is thought to have mutated from the equine influenza a few years ago and was first seen in racing greyhounds in 2004. Recently, a new vaccine has been released with conditional approval and has generated a lot of press about this virus. There…
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Dr. Sarpong is Certified by the ABVP
Dr. Sarpong mastered a rigorous and demanding application process and certification examination in order to obtain Diplomate status. To qualify to sit for the extensive, two-day examination, a veterinarian must complete either a residency program or six years of clinical veterinary practice. In addition, two case reports, references, descriptions of practice procedures, and professional education…
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Feline Heart Disease Screening
January, February, and March 2018 dates for Heart Disease Screening for Cats, aged 2 and older, available now! There exists a large population of cats who fall into the category of having aclinical (asymtomatic) heart disease. The cat may sound normal with a stethoscope exam, and may look and act normally, but they may have…
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Feline Nutrition
Dr. David Deresz [printer-friendly version] Nutrition is a very important component to maintaining good health for cats through all life stages. Calories, macronutrients, and electrolytes requirements change as your pet ages. These may need adjustments when certain diseases develop. Kittens require a higher amount of calories per body weight, when compared to adult and senior…
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Finding the Right Pet Food
Dr. Cassie Knapp Veterinarians are just as confused as pet owners by pet food marketing, and there is a lot of misinformation and mythology on the Internet regarding pet food. In particular, guilt-based or emotion-driven marketing and propaganda should be viewed with skepticism, especially when it is used to sell expensive pet food. -RR Veterinarians…
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Heartworm Disease
[printer-friendly version] Where do heartworms come from?Heartworms are spread by mosquitoes. When a mosquito feeds on an animal, larval forms of heartworms are injected into the animal.Can my pet catch heartworms from another heartworm positive animal?Not directly. The life cycle of the heartworm parasite requires that it pass through the mosquito for development. The more…
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Heartworm Disease in Cats
Dr. Maria Badamo [printer-friendly version] Can Cats Get Heartworm Disease? The Answer is YES! Heartworms are exactly what the name implies, parasitic worms that live in the host (dog or cat) heart. While it is true that dogs are at much higher risk than are cats of getting the typical heartworm infection, feline infection is now…
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Heartworms – Signs and Treatment
Dr. Maria Badamo What are heartworms? Heartworms are exactly what the name implies, parasitic worms that live in the dogs heart. They are fairly large worms that can grow up to 14 inches long and can live there for up to 5-7 years. While living in the heart they can cause a tremendous amount of…
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Hypothyroidism in Dogs
Dr. Jennifer Lavender [printer-friendly version] What is the thyroid? The thyroid is a gland found in the throat/neck of many species, including dogs. Thyroid function is regulated by the pituitary gland in the brain. The hormones produced by the thyroid ultimately set the “speed” for the body’s metabolism. Because metabolic rate and function affects all…
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Inappropriate Urination in Cats
Dr. Cassandra Gail Knapp [printer-friendly version] Struggling to figure out why your cat is having issues in the litter box? If there’s one thing cat owners can count on, it’s the consistency of the litter box. We often visit with concerned and frustrated clients who describe their cat as straining to urinate, urinating in unusual…
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