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info@meadowlandsvethospital.comOne dose: constant protection for your dog means constant peace of mind for you ProHeart 12 fits in with annual wellness visits With no monthly doses to remember, there are no gaps in protection for a full year. It’s so important to keep your dog protected. Just one missed dose of any heartworm preventative can [...]
Fleas are small insects that live off blood from biting your pets. Only about 10% of adult fleas live on your animals, the other 90% can be found in your environment. Flea larvae can lie dormant for upwards of 6 months. A single flea can lay close to 6000 eggs in a lifetime. Fleas on your [...]
Its hot out there and as the summer winds down and the temperatures rise up its important to keep a few summer specific safety concerns in mind. Remember your dogs and cats are more sensitive to heat than we are, especially if they have been inside with the A/C for most for most of the [...]
Heat stroke is a serious concern for dogs. When their body temperature rises from the normal 101.5 degrees to roughly 104 or 105, they lose the ability to regulate their internal temperature, which can cause organ damage, or even death. Dogs aren’t very efficient at self-cooling because: They don’t sweat like humans – their main [...]
Yes they are!!! Electronic cigarettes, or e-cigs, are marketed as an alternative to cigarette smoking. These devices holds a cartridge containing a liquid solution that contains a base material, flavoring compounds, and nicotine. The base material is generally propylene glycol and either vegetable glycerin or polyethylene glycol. Most units can be reused or refilled. Glycerin [...]
Many dog owners love to take their pets along with them when they get in their car; whether it’s a short drive locally to the grocery store, or a longer trip. Most dogs love to ride in the car too! Unfortunately, many owners don’t realize the dangers that exist for their unrestrained pet in an [...]
1. Lyme Disease Transmitted by the bite of an infected deer tick. Symptoms range from joint pain, lethargy, and lameness to decreased appetite and fever. Signs of infection can take months to appear. It can be very difficult to treat and even more difficult to fully cure. Dogs do not get the tell-tale bullseye rash common [...]
Most dogs and cats, and sometimes other furry friends do not typically eat plants either inside or outside your house. However all animals have individual personalities and that includes interest in plants, grasses, and flowers. It is important to research if a plant is toxic before putting it into your home or garden. This list [...]
What foods are toxic for your pet? While any food that is foreign can upset your pets stomach there are certain foods that when eaten can lead to severe illness and even death. Listed are a few of the most commonly found household toxic foods, commonly ingested by dogs, cats, and pocket pets. Alcohol Alcoholic [...]
How do Monthy Heartworm Prevenatives Work? All approved heartworm medications work by eliminating the immature (larval) stages of the heartworm parasite. This includes the infective heartworm larvae deposited by the mosquito as well as the following larval stage that develops inside the animal. Unfortunately, in as little as 51 days, heartworm larvae can molt into [...]
