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info@meadowlandsvethospital.comYes 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 [...]
World-class care for the ones you care about When your dog can’t tell you what’s wrong, don’t you wish you could just take a look inside and see for yourself? ALICAM® from Infiniti Medical is a revolutionary device that provides valuable insights into your dog’s digestive health. Rather than undergo an uncomfortable, complicated procedure or [...]
Dental disease is a very common issue facing cats today and can be very serious and painful. The most common problems include gingivitis, an inflammation of the gums, which is caused by the accumulation of plaque. This can later develop into periodontal disease and tooth resorption. This affects more than half of all cats over the [...]
