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How To Pack a Pet First Aid Kit
How to Pack a Pet First Aid Kit Your furry pal is surrounded by hazards every day. Sometimes, these hazards can cause a life-threatening or fatal condition if not treated quickly enough, which is where pet first aid comes into play. In honor of National Pet...
Don’t Let Your Dog Go Viral! (CIV)
Just like people, dogs can get canine influenza (CIV)—and also just like people, social individuals are at greater risk of contracting the virus. Dogs that interact with other dogs at daycare, grooming, or dog parks, or who are regularly groomed are the most...
Parasites Don’t Take Spring Break
Know who else loves to be on the move when it’s warmer? Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes! Problem is, their favorite vacation spot is your pet…and you, if they get close enough. These pests are more than just annoying: fleas can transmit tapeworms and cause anemia, while...
Plan Ahead For A Healthy Pet
September is National Pet Insurance Month, and in honor of this occasion, we wanted to put the spotlight on what is, for many pet parents, a smart and practical approach to tackling vet bills. At Clinton Veterinary Hospital, we believe in the power of pet insurance....
How To Protect Your Pet
Parasites can make you and your pet miserable Parasites can have a huge impact on the health and well-being of our pets. It only takes one bite from a mosquito to infect your pet with heartworms, which can damage internal organs and cause heart failure. Sadly, many...
Heart Disease in Cats
Heart disease is a serious condition seen in both dogs and cats, but the type of disease seen in each animal is different. Heart disease is very common in cats, but they often do not exhibit the same symptoms that we see in dogs. Heart disease develops in cats due to...
A Guide to Making Medical Decisions For Your Pet
One of the most common questions I am asked as a veterinarian is, “What would you do?”The decisions I make for my own pets may be very different from those made by others. Below is a guide to help with decision making. This piece offers several points to consider when...
The Importance of Wellness Bloodwork For Your Pet
Although it might be tempting to skip veterinary visits with your aging pet if they appear healthy, appearances can be deceiving! Wellness bloodwork, when performed as part of your pet’s routine exam, can help us diagnose and treat disease early, often times before...
5 Tips To Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer
School is out, the weather is finally nice and it is time to be outside with your pets! Below are five tips to help beat the summer heat and keep your family friend happy and healthy. ONE: DON’T LEAVE YOUR DOG IN THE CAR! Never leave your pet in the car during the...