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info@meadowlandsvethospital.comHow 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 [...]
History The blood sport of "bull baiting" began over 1,000 years ago in England. The American Pitbull Terrier was brought to the United States by immigrants from England, Ireland, and Scotland during the 19th century. Due to public outrage, bull baiting was banned in England in 1835. Bulldog breeders and owners then moved to the sport [...]
Please remember that just because there is a predisposition it does not mean your Pitbull will get some or any of these conditions. This blog is to serve as an educational guide. Hip Dysplasia An inherited disease that causes the hip joints to form improperly and leads to arthritis. You may notice lameness in the [...]
Yes it is bad and here is why! What causes heartworm disease? Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease in pets in the United States and many other parts of the world. It is caused by a blood-borne parasite known as Dirofilaria immitis that lives in the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels of [...]
Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is one of the most complex infectious diseases and is one of the worst diseases imaginable. It is caused by a mutation of the Corona virus. Similar viruses you may be familiar with include Ebola virus, influenza, AIDS and rhinoviruses. Coronaviruses can cause disease in almost every animal species but overall [...]
First I want to give thanks to the thousands of people who tirelessly work day and night to help these animals in need. They are feeding them, walking them, cleaning them, administering medicine, finding homes for them, and sometimes saying good bye to them. These amazing people may be the only smiling face these animals [...]
Genetic predispositions doesn’t necessarily mean your Pom will have any of these conditions. This blog is educate and inform of potential issues and stress the importance of annual check ups and routine testing to detect any early warnings and prevent any potential issues before they become more serious conditions. Heart Disease Poms are susceptible to [...]
Pomeranian History Originally the Pomeranian was a much larger dog used for herding. It was discovered in the Pomeranian region of Germany, from which it also derived its name. It is a member of the Spitz family, which includes Samoyeds, Malamutes, and Chow Chows. Through careful selection of breeding stock, the dog from Pomerania was [...]
If you find that strangers—especially kids—approach your pet because he or she is so cute or unusual, be sure you have pet safety in mind. It is important for both pets and people alike. If the children don’t have pets at home, or if they have different animals than you have, they probably don’t know [...]
Ferrets are playful, mischievous, entertaining little animals who can bring endless enjoyment to a family. They are cuddly, interactive, spunky pets who can be great for owners who have time to take them out of their cages every day and play with them. Before you bring one of these little balls of energy into your [...]
