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info@meadowlandsvethospital.comBloat Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus, also known as GDV or Bloat, usually occurs in dogs with deep, narrow chests. When a dog bloats, the stomach twists on itself and fills with gas. The twisting cuts off blood supply to the stomach, and sometimes the spleen. Left untreated, the disease is quickly fatal, sometimes in as [...]
One 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 [...]
If you are considering adding a new canine or feline member to your family, you might want to consider visiting one of your local animal shelters before you head to the pet store. These shelters house animals that in most instances, have been members of other families and are hungry for love and affection once [...]
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 [...]
General Tips For any pet, there are important things to know when it comes to water safety. Heat Intensifies Around Water. The sun is hot enough, but around water the sun rays are reflected off the surface, making it even hotter. It’s important to keep in mind that your pet could get sunburned, have [...]
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 [...]
If any of you have a dog like mine who absolutely hates storms, fireworks, or any loud noises you know that it can be quite stressful for them and for you. I wanted to take some time and talk about a few things that may help reduce or all together alleviate the stress and anxiety [...]
