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Are you itching to protect your pets from parasites? Here is a resource for all your parasite prevention questions and needs. Did you know? A single flea can drink 15 times its weight in blood each dayYou can buy 11 years of heartworm prevention and pay less than the cost of treating...READ MORE

Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza viruses that causes regular outbreaks in pigs. People do not normally get swine flu, but human infections can and do happen. Swine flu viruses have been reported to spread from person-to-person, but in the past,...READ MORE

Spring and summer in our area mean it’s tick season. Even dogs and cats that spend only brief periods of time outdoors can be susceptible to ticks. It is very difficult to avoid your pets’ exposure to these pests, and even careful inspection after outdoor activities can fail to locate...READ MORE

Does your pet have bad breath? Bad breath isn’t just unpleasant, it can be unhealthy. Up to 80% of dogs and 70% of cats that do not receive proper dental care may show signs of dental disease by the age of 3. Dental Exam Noticed bad breath, extra drooling, or...READ MORE

If you plan to travel internationally with your pet, be aware that there may be special health certificates and vaccination requirements for the country you plan to visit. In some cases, it can take several months and multiple visits to complete this process. Information on requirements for specific destination countries...READ MORE

Dog flu is a contagious respiratory disease in dogs caused by a specific Type A influenza virus referred to as a “canine influenza virus.” This is a disease of dogs, not humans. What is a canine influenza virus? The “canine influenza virus” is influenza A H3N8 influenza virus (not a...READ MORE