Why should you call Mobile Veterinary Service? here are lots of great reasons: Lower Stress: Stress is a major factor in immune suppression. Because we come to your home or farm… read more No waiting: How much time have you wasted in traffic? How long have you had to sit in waiting rooms? You […]
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Immunization Fact Sheet
What are Immunizations (Vaccinations)? Vaccines are biological products that stimulate the immune system to make protective proteins – called antibodies – against different pathogens, such as viruses and bacteria. They work by presenting examples of these viruses and bacteria to special cells in the body can recognize and from which use to produce the correct […]
Never remove a foreign body (needle, nail, etc.) yourself.
Reminder: Never remove a foreign body (needle, nail, etc.) yourself. It’s best to be sure exactly where it went and what might happen once it is removed first…. you might do more harm that good! Go get help. Knitting needle punctures puppy’s heart It is certainly a happy new year for a black, white and […]
Large Animal Parasite Control
Large Animal Parasite Control by Ben J. Character, DVM Internal parasites can cause significant weight loss in grazing animals during the lean winter months. Now is the time to institute a deworming program to address this problem. Most parasites in Alabama choose the mild climate of spring and fall to emerge from their hibernation and […]
Equine Breeding
Equine Breeding by Ben J. Character, DVM Even as this article is being posted, the equine breeding season is revving up. May and June are the prime months for the natural cycle of the mare. Most mares will be at their best for accepting and maintaining a conception during this time. Most mares spend January, […]
IVDD: Intervertebral Disc Disease
IVDD: Intervertebral Disc Disease by Ben J. Character, DVM Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a condition that can affect any animal, but is more common in small dogs. The major predisposing factor for IVDD is body conformation. Small dogs with a conformation of long bodies and short legs are prone to IVDD. IVDD is commonly […]