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Sterilization-Alternative to Spay/Neuter
Spay surgery involves removing the female’s uterus and ovaries and Neuter surgery removes the male’s testicles. Recently there has been more convincing evidence that early spay/neuter creates health problems. Allowing the animal to develop naturally decreases the probability of ill health. Spay/neuter is a controversial subject that has many aspects and opinions. There are different […]
Dental health for our pets
Apparently February is Pet Dental Health Month. I just learned that The American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that by the age of 2, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of periodontal disease. It has been linked to diabetes, strokes, kidney disease and other life-threatening disorders. So how many of us are […]
Questions to Ask Before Surgery
Having your pet go through surgery can be very stressful. But being well-informed beforehand can ease some of that worry. Consider asking your veterinarian/surgeon some of these questions. Is s/he board certified? You want someone qualified to perform the particular surgery your pet needs. Has s/he performed this procedure before? Is a specialist required for […]