Flea Control Alert
Apr 18 2011An increasing number of clients have expressed concerns that Frontline and Advantage/Advantax have not been effective in controling adult flea and tick activity on their pets. This has been confirmed by our hospital examinations. Both products were released for use 17 years ago. We are now dispensing Vectra for adult flea and tick control. This spot-on product, is a brand-new product having been released for use in this country two years ago. Please call our office if you have questions about your pet’s adult flea and tick
control.
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Heartworm on the Increase
Apr 08 2011
We have treated 7 dogs for adult heartworm disease in the last two years, which is a much greater number than we have seen in past years. Because of this noted rise, we are strongly encouraging clients to be sure to have their dogs tested or screened regularly for heartworms and to treat with monthly heartworm prevention. Please call our office if you have questions about your pet’s current heartworm prevention status.
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Is Your Cat At Risk?
Apr 08 2011
As your cat ages, diseases like diabetes, kidney disease, severe dental disease and weight issues can sneak up on your feline friend. Manycats diagnosed with these ailments have not had a physical exam in the last 5-7 years because their owners believed that since their cat lived inside, they didn’t think it would get sick. While you may not want vaccinations for your cat (rabies vaccinations are required by state law), an annual physical is in your pet’s best long-term health interest. Call us to determine when your cat has last had a physical.
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