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National Pet Week

Happy National Pet Week!
This year, May 6 – 10 will mark the 26th anniversary of National Pet Week (NPW). According to the MVMA and their NPW website (www.petweek.org) –
“Since its inception in 1981, NPW has had three simple and clear goals: to promote responsible pet ownership, celebrate the human-animal bond, and to increase public awareness of veterinarians and veterinary medicine”

Posted by at 10:35 AM on the 29th of April, 2008

It's heartworm season again!

Spring means our heartworm season is here again. Does your dog have the proper preventative to make it through the season? Most heartworm preventatives protect your dog against internal parasites as well, therefore; it is never too early to start!

Call or stop in to learn about the discounts on leading preventatives offered ONLY through your veterinarian.

Posted by at 4:16 PM on the 23rd of April, 2008

Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is a serious threat to dogs. In fact, fifty percent or more of dogs in Lyme-endemic areas are infected with the spirochete that causes Lyme disease! Lyme disease can cause fevers, chills, fatigue, muscle and joint pain. Lyme disease also causes arthritis and neurologic impairment.

We are lucky to have many prevention options for Lyme disease - and other tick-borne ailments. Call or stop in today and learn how to keep your pet protected!

Posted by at 3:54 PM on the 23rd of April, 2008