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HEAD: Foxtails: Tiny Seeds, Big Problems Foxtails are one of the more serious pet hazards: not only can they work their way into any part of your dog or cat, but they’re very hard to find in a pet’s fur. They like to get around, too—a foxtail in the nose can migrate to the brain […]

HEAD: Watch Out for Blue-Green Algae Low water levels and high temperatures have caused blue-green algae blooms throughout our area. The toxins released by this algae can cause liver and kidney failure in dogs, so it’s important to stay alert of these algae for the rest of the summer. [Link to more information or local […]

HEAD: The Lowdown On Doggy Aspirin When your pet is in pain, it’s natural to want to do something immediate to help them feel better—but that shouldn’t include giving any over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications made for people. East Padden veterinarians warn that aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, NSAIDs, naproxen and any pain reliever made for human consumption […]

Flea, tick and heartworm prevention isn’t just a summer thing—year-round protection from these pests could be a life saver. The Companion Animal Parasite Council reports that for the fourth year in a row, cases of heartworm infection and Lyme disease are forecasted to be above normal across the country. Ticks carry Lyme disease, which is […]

HEAD: Is Your Pet’s Food A Heartbreaker? If you feed your pet a grain-free diet, home-cooked meals or food with exotic and atypical ingredients, you may want to reconsider. Veterinary cardiologists, nutritionists and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration are currently investigating a possible link between those types of diets and the development of dilated […]

HEAD: The Dirt on Ear Infections An ear infection (otitis externa) is one of the most frequently diagnosed medical conditions in dogs—especially those with floppy ears. Signs of an ear infection can include scratching at the ears, head shaking, ears that are red and/or painful to the touch, an unpleasant smell or a dirty discharge […]

Fleas, ticks and mosquitoes aren’t just a summer problem–warming temperatures mean year-round prevention is key to making sure your pet is protected from these pests or the diseases they may carry. Don’t overlook the problems they can cause: Fleas often trigger dermatitis, tapeworm and hot spots; one tick bite can transmit numerous dangerous diseases and […]

HEAD: How Old is Your Pet, Really? Waiting one year between wellness exams and screenings isn’t usually a big deal for humans. We age relatively slowly, so it often takes a while for disease processes and ailments to set in and present themselves. Animals age rather rapidly, though, so a year is a long time […]

HEAD: Benefits of Acupuncture Acupuncture is a great treatment option for many ailments because of its ability to boost healing. By stimulating blood flow, it works to balance the entire body. Plus, it’s a very safe and convenient outpatient procedure that does not require any kind of sedation. So many conditions can benefit from acupuncture, […]

HEAD: Now Offering Cytopoint, a New Allergy Treatment for Dogs If your dog keeps you up all night itching and scratching, consider Cytopoint, a new injectable treatment from Zoetis for atopic dermatitis. Cytopoint hones in on itch-inducing substances in the cells, reducing the temptation to itch, and each treatment offers up to 8 weeks of […]