PET HEALTH BLOG

Pre-anesthetic Bloodwork in Veterinary Medicine

Have you ever taken your pet in for a surgery…even a seemingly minor one…and your veterinarian requested “pre-anesthetic bloodwork” first? Some pet owners are leery of this and the extra cost that typically accompanies it; but before you decline it, you should know how important it is.

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Fluid Therapy in Pets

Many people outside the veterinary world are not aware that fluid therapy is actually one of the most common therapies provided in small animal medicine. Patients can be given fluids by several different methods and for many different reasons.

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Mast Cell Tumours

Mast cell tumors are the most common type of skin tumor found in dogs and the second most common in cats. They are most often noticed in middle aged patients, but can occur in any age. They are the most prevalent in Boxers and Boston terriers; these two breeds actually make up 50% of all dog cases. They are still found in many other breeds as well, though.

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Ectoparasites

For most of us, the thought of ectoparasites, such as fleas, ticks, and mites, makes our skin crawl!  And for good reason…they are creepy little buggers!  Some of them are not only a nuisance, but also a danger to the health and well-being of our pets.  Knowing what they look like, how our pets acquire them, and how to prevent/kill them is important.

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Blocked Cats – What does that mean?

The term “blocked cat” actually refers to the obstruction of the urethra in a male cat.  (But it is important to remember that it can happen to both dogs and cats, and also in females – just less commonly). The urethra is the tube that drains urine from the bladder and when it becomes blocked, a cat cannot pass its urine.  This is an emergency situation and needs to be addressed immediately.

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Pet Fire Safety

As we’re all well aware, the late summer months are the peak of “wildfire season”.  Most families have some sort of evacuation plan, but are your pets part of your plan?  Fires, whether they are grass fires or house fires, can start and travel very quickly.  Having a written out and practiced plan is the best way to keep you and your entire household safe. 

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