Veterinary Health Care
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Why does it cost so much to provide veterinary care for my pet?
The fees you pay for veterinary services take into consideration a number of factors, including the costs to compensate your veterinarian and veterinary team for their professional services and the…
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I’ve seen a lot of information about supplements and nutraceuticals. How do I know what my pet needs?
Supplements, and nutraceuticals in particular, are becoming very popular with pet owners. Your veterinarian can help you weed out confusing and conflicting information and advise you on any supplements your…
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Which pet food should I feed my dog/cat?
The answer is different for each pet, although many commercially available foods are fine to feed healthy dogs and cats. You can look for a nutritional adequacy statement from the…
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I recently lost my pet, and I’m having trouble dealing with the loss. Where can I find help?
Losing a pet can be extremely upsetting and hard to move beyond. We have such a close bond with our pets, so letting go is never easy. It is perfectly…
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My pet has the same thing wrong that he/she was just treated for. Can the veterinarian just prescribe the same medication that he/she did the last time?
Even though your pet may be showing the same symptoms as he or she did the last time, the problem may be different. Many diseases have similar symptoms, and your…
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My pet needs to have surgery. Should I be worried about the anesthesia?
Modern anesthesia is generally quite safe. We always perform a physical examination and we can run blood tests before all procedures requiring general anesthesia to make sure your pet doesn’t…
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My pet’s just been diagnosed with a medical condition/disease I’m not familiar with, and I want to find out more about it. Where can I find information I can trust?
Sometimes getting the news of a medical diagnosis can be overwhelming and trying to understand medical terminology can be confusing. If you wish more information or a more clear explanation…
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Will microchipping hurt my pet?
It is somewhat similar to a regular vaccine injection with the exception that the needle to insert the microchip is bigger than the needle used for vaccination. The chip is…
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After I have my pet microchipped, is there anything else I need to do?
You pet’s microchip should continue to function over your pet’s lifetime without any maintenance; however, the system won’t work unless you keep your contact information current. Whenever you move or…
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Are natural remedies for flea/tick/heartworm prevention safe to use on my pet?
Although natural remedies may offer some protection or repellentcy against parasites, they are not nearly as effective as prescription products. In addition, natural remedies often need to be applied more…