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| Is this your pet's first visit to a clinic? |
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We are dedicated to make your visit a positive experience
for you and your pet! |
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The physical exam consists of a number of procedures to ensure
that your pet is healthy from its head to its tail:
- Eyes - Are they clear and responsive?
- Weight - Could your pet be underweight
or overweight?
- Ears - Are they clean without any discharge?
- Teeth - Are they clean with no plaque
and no gum disease?
- Temperature - Does your pet have a
fever?
- Stomach - Are they any lumps or is
there any swelling?
The doctor will also talk to you about Heartworm
Prevention, Vaccinations and
will also offer a Fecal Test
for your pet to ensure that your pet is not at risk.
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| All Foods Are Not The Same |
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The pet food market today offers a huge selection of dry or
can food for your beloved pet, but all pet food is not the
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Puppies and kittens need food high in fat and energy.
Feed your young pet food specifically made for them.
Senior pets and less active pets on the other hand need food with
less calories and less fat content. If your pet falls in this
category please contact us and we will help you decide which food
is best for your pet.
We carry special diet/prescription pet food to help your pet recover
from a sickness or help control tartar and plaque.
Still not sure what food to feed your pet? Give
us a call.
In case of an emergency
please contact the
Animal Poison Control: 888-426-4435
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Pets Have Teeth Too! |
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| All pets should have there teeth checked
and cleaned at least once a year! |
Why Oral Healthcare is Important for Pets
For the sake of your pet's health and comfort, periodontal disease is a threat that can't be ignored. Many of the signs of the disease are hard to miss. Bad breath, discolored teeth and swollen gums that may bleed easily can all be early indications of trouble. Late-stage periodontal disease can cause permanent damage, including loose teeth and tooth loss.
How Problems Begin
Periodontal disease begins when plaque, a mixture of bacteria and food debris, builds up on tooth surfaces and works its way under the gum line. Toxins released by the bacteria cause an inflammatory reaction that can lead to destruction of tissue and bone that anchor the teeth in place. If the bacteria enter the blood stream, they can even affect the heart, liver, and kidneys.
Serious and Common
Periodontal disease is not only serious, it's also more common than most owners realize. In fact, more than 80% of dogs have it by the time they're four years old. So, it's easy to understand why periodontal disease is the most frequently diagnosed health problem in pets.
Prevention is the Best Protection from Periodontal Disease
Preventing periodontal disease by keeping your pet's teeth and gums healthy isn't just a job for your veterinarian. It's your job, too. While nothing can take the place of regular visits to the veterinarian for checkups and cleaning, ongoing follow-up oral care at home is just as important in controlling plaque and tartar formation.
Dental care can add three to five
years to your pet's life. Dental care is a little
recognized, yet necessary part of caring for your pets.
By the age of three, some 80 percent of all dogs
and 70 percent of all cats show signs of dental
disease, which can lead to the more serious
problems of heart, lung, and kidney disease.
The AAHA Dental Care Guidelines
recommend regular oral examinations and
dental cleanings, under general anesthesia,
for all adult dogs and cats. AAHA recommends these procedures
at least annually starting at one year
of age for cats and small-breed dogs, and at two years
of age for large-breed dogs.
Please contact us for more details and
for a Dental Cleaning appointment for your pet!
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