Veterinary care will help your pet with a wide variety of conditions. We encourage you to give us a call so we can personally address your particular concerns. In this section, we include veterinary news and articles in the following subjects: health, technology and science, and other interests.
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Avoiding Dog Bites

Other Interests
Each year almost 5 million dog bites are reported across North America and it is a rare evening on the nightly news when a dog attack is not reported.
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Battling Canine Cancer

Health Topics
Every day, Cindy Fleischner lines up her crew of cuddly canines for breakfast.
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Breed Specific Rescue Groups

Other Interests
Many dog owners admire the unique looks and personalities of purebreds, but also worry about the fate of millions of pets euthanized each year.
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Cloning Pets

Technology and Science
Ever wanted an exact copy of your favorite pet? Well, now it's possible - but is it smart?
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Controlling Ticks

To most pet owners, the return of spring is a joyous occasion. The opportunity to spend quality time with your pet outdoors can be an exhilarating experience.
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Dental Care For Pets

Health Topics
Dental care of dogs and cats is one of the most commonly overlooked areas of pet health care.
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Down & Dirty on Fleas

Health Topics
Many of us enjoy snuggling close to our pets and despite misguided news reports detailing health risks, most of us will continue to do so.
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Feline Retro Viruses

Health Topics
Retro is a word usually bringing warm and fuzzy feelings of nostalgia.
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Fresh Breath and Straight Teeth

Technology and Science
Although many of us dread it, we visit our dentist routinely to insure our mouth stays healthy and our smile bright.
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Generic Flea Products

Health Topics
For almost two decades, safe, effective flea medications from your veterinarian have helped pet owners battle these blood-sucking parasites.
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Helping Your Pet Keep His Cool This Summer

Other Interests
Hot dogs may be a popular summertime treat for baseball fans and backyard cookouts, but allowing our canine friends to overheat is a potential fatal disaster!
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Hi Tech Veterinary Medicine

Technology and Science
Advances in human medicine seem to occur on a daily basis as research and new technology bring new possibilities and hope of healing.
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High Blood Pressure in Dogs

Health Topics
Most dog owners would admit a lack of knowledge or perhaps even a lack of concern about canine hypertension, or high blood pressure in dogs.
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How Pet Food Is Made

Other Interests
Many pet owners are just as concerned about what goes into their pet's food as they are about their own food.
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Itching Pets

Health Topics
It's a common occurrence: Pet owners expressing feelings of frustration, helplessness and even despair from a single symptom.
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LabraDoodle

Other Interests
They are all the rage across the United States and beyond.
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Laparoscopic Surgery

Technology and Science
Surgery is a scary thought for anyone, but advances in human medicine are helping to make patients more comfortable and shortening stays in the hospital.
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Online Pet Pharmacies - Saving Money or Risk to Your Pets?

Other Interests
Their ads promise to save you lots of money and even "a stressful trip to the veterinarian".
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Overweight Pets

Health Topics
According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), 43% of all dogs and 53% of all cats are classified as overweight.
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Pain Management in Pets

Health Topics
Arthritis and chronic pain are not purely human conditions.
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People Food for Pets

Other Interests
On a low carb diet? Planning on sharing some of those low calorie dessert treats with your canine friends? STOP!
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Pet Internet Sources

Other Interests
We live in an age of almost instantaneous information.
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Pet Microchips

Technology and Science
Essentially, microchips are computer chips about the size of a grain of rice.
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Pet Proofing Your Home

Other Interests
Your home is a haven and a place of safety for you and for your pet.
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Puppies and Kittens as Holiday Gifts?

Other Interests
Christmas time advertisements often picture a happy family with a bright eyed, ribbon adorned puppy licking the children's faces.
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Senior Pets

Health Topics
Pets are living longer thanks to advances in veterinary care, diagnostics, and earlier intervention.
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Stem Cell Relief

Technology and Science
More than 15 million dogs in North America suffer some form of degenerative joint disease, better known as arthritis.
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Strange Things in Pets' Stomachs

Other Interests
Ask your family veterinarian to talk about what he or she has found inside the stomachs of dogs and you will be in for an afternoon of stories.
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The Cutting Edge... Laser Surgery for Pets!

Technology and Science
It's doubtful that anyone would picture their family veterinarian swinging a light saber on the bridge of some galactic cruiser, but he or she may just have a similar technology available to help keep your pets comfortable during surgery.
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Traveling with Pets

Other Interests
According to a survey of pet owners by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), more than 53% of dog and cats will travel with their owners.
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Veterinary Acupuncture

Technology and Science
The use of acupuncture is growing in popularity among veterinarians and the practitioners say they are impressed with the results.
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Veterinary Ophthalmology

Health Topics
It's been said that "eyes are the windows to the soul" and certainly when you look into the eyes of your beloved pets, you can see the affection and loyalty reflected there.
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Winter Dangers for Pets

Other Interests
Winter is a time of cold weather festivals, holiday parties, and changing weather. For pets and pet owners, this season can bring its own unique set of challenges and hazards.
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