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Cat and kitten Preventative Care

Cat and kitten Preventive Care The best way to deal with a medical problem is to prevent it from occurring in the first place. The following are the recommendations of Mobile Veterinary Service for your cat and kitten preventative care : Printable PDF – Cat Kitten needs: Initial Vaccines/De-worm 6-8 weeks 10-12 weeks 12 weeks […]

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Common Eye Problems

Common Eye Problems by Ben J. Character, DVM The eyes are important sensory organs of domestic animals.  There are many common problems that can effect their function. Here are a few to watch for in your furry friend:  Foreign Object in Eye: During summer and fall, seeds of many different types can become lodged under […]

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Breeding Cycles of Dogs and Cats

Breeding Cycles of Dogs and Cats by Ben J. Character, DVM The dog and cat, for all their similarities, have very different estrous cycles.   The average dog will come in heat twice per year,  about 6 months apart.  The heat cycle generally lasts about 4 weeks, with the 2nd week usually being the week of […]

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New Puppy and Kitten Well-Care

New Puppy and Kitten Well-Care by Ben J. Character, DVM   Is there the pitter-patter of FOUR little feet in your home?  If so, congratulations on your new puppy or kitten!  Each will have a variety of different needs to be addressed as they grow over the next year.  It is important to get your […]

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Renal Failure in the Older Pet

Renal Failure in the Older Pet by Ben J. Character, DVM A common problem experienced by older cats and dogs is the decreased function of the kidneys, also known as Renal Failure.  When this occurs in an older animal, the most common cause is the gradual replacement of normal tissue with scar tissue. Other causes […]

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Geriatric Care for Your Older Pet

Geriatric Care for Your Older Pet by Ben J. Character, DVM Due to advances in human and veterinary medicine, our pets are living longer and healthier lives. Because of this, we have learned that our older pets have special needs. There are several things to consider in the care of your older pet. A common […]

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