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When examining a blood panel, a veterinarian may report to the owner that a pet has hypercalcemia, which is an elevated level of calcium in the blood. The owner often then wonders if there is too much calcium in the pet’s food or in the vitamins or supplements the pet is taking. Ingesting calcium in food or canine nutritional supplements

Unlike your dog, you’ve probably never had the urge to lick someone to show you care. Pets not only demonstrate affection by licking but may also pass along bacteria that can trigger serious infections in humans. Although the infections aren’t common, they can be severe and life-threatening in some people. What Types of Infections Can I Get from My Dog?

Will a Pet Be Joining Your Family in 2021? Are you bringing home a new dog, cat, or other pet soon? Choosing the ideal time to introduce your pet to your family and reviewing care basics will make your pet’s first weeks in your new home more enjoyable. Select the Perfect Time The holiday season can be a hectic time

Can I Catch an Illness from My Pet? Rabies isn’t the only disease transmitted from animals to humans. In fact, you and your pet may share more diseases than you may realize. Fortunately, it’s easy to avoid these diseases or conditions by taking a few precautions. Ringworm Ringworm isn’t actually caused by worms but gets its name from the raised,

Is a surgery in your pet’s future? If it is, you probably have a few questions about pre- and post-surgery care. Paying close attention to care recommendations will help you ensure that the surgery is just a minor disruption to your pet’s normal routine. Before Surgery Stop Food Your pet will need to stop eating prior to surgery. If your

At What Age Should You Spay or Neuter Your Pet? Are you wondering when you should spay or neuter your new pet? Although recommendations for when to spay or neuter your pets varies depending on the type of animal you have, these surgeries are most often performed during a pet’s first year of life. Spaying and Neutering Age Recommendations Spaying

Leptospirosis is a bacterial, worldwide disease that can also affect humans. Dogs are usually exposed by contact with the urine of affected animals, often wildlife, or by drinking contaminated water. There is a vaccine that can protect dogs from four strains of Lepto. Antifreeze toxicity is another common cause of renal damage. Dogs like the sweet taste, and ingesting even

How Spaying and Neutering Your Pet Can Prevent Health Problems Spaying and neutering surgeries not only prevent pets from reproducing, but also offer a few health benefits. Although commonly performed on kittens and puppies, these surgeries also help older animals avoid health issues. What Happens During Spaying or Neutering? Spaying is the procedure performed on female animals. During the surgery,

If your pet is suffering from pain or another illness but not responding to traditional veterinary care, veterinary acupuncture may be an effective treatment option. Veterinary acupuncture is very similar to the type of acupuncture used to treat humans. Long, thin needles are inserted at specific pressure points along an animal’s body to alleviate pain and stimulate the central nervous

How Your Veterinarian Can Help with Pet Separation Anxiety Everyone suffers when your pet can’t bear to be away from you. Your furry friend spends anxious hours wondering if you’ll ever return. When the anxiety becomes overwhelming, shredding the couch cushions or chewing the window sill helps relieve the feelings. You, of course, spend your hours away from home worrying