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Why You Should Spay/Neuter Your Pet

There has been much debate in recent years regarding the best age to spay or neuter our pets or should we sterilize them at all. This is due in large part to the findings of three major studies and the push in Europe to leave dogs intact. The Hart Study...

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Introducing a New Cat to Your Household

Cats are territorial and independent creatures. Feral cats guard large territories and do not seek other cats; actually they avoid contact as much as possible. These characteristics can make introducing a new cat to your home a stressful experience that requires a lot of patience.  Together we can make this...

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Oral Inflammation In Cats

If your cat is anything like my house-lion Preid, thoroughly examining their mouth is likely not an easy task!  It’s important, however, to regularly check your cat’s mouth for any signs of dental disease and oral inflammation.  Because cats are so good at hiding signs of discomfort and pain, they...

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How to Prevent Intestinal Parasites in Pets

With the warm summer weather finally upon us it is time to start talking about intestinal parasites.  Intestinal parasites are spread through the ingestion of contaminated feces and infected hosts.  These parasites can negatively affect our pets’ health as well as our own.  We recommend adhering to the following deworming...