The results of stress on immunity can be significant. How many ways do you experience stress everyday? Stress is a major contributing factor to illness. When you – or your animal – are stressed, the body excretes hormones that down-regulate your immune system. This can easily be seen when a simply blood test called a […]
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Digital radiology service
The wave of the future is now here: digital radiology service. Mobile Veterinary Service is pleased to announce the addition of portable digital radiology service for our clients. How it works: In the past if you wanted to take a radiograph (commonly called an x-ray) it required several things: A large immovable machine A darkroom […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]