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• I am seeing small white worms around my pet’s anus or on his stool. What is this?

  These unsightly parasites are tapeworms. They are usually up to about ¾ inch long and are white in color. However, when these worms die, they typically appear much smaller and…

• Why does my dog scoot its bottom on the carpet, ground, etc.?

  While it seems to be commonly thought that dogs scoot on the ground because they have worms, it is much more likely that they could be suffering from distended anal…

• What are heartworms and how can I prevent them in my pet?

  Heartworm is a potentially deadly parasite that primarily infects dogs, cats, and ferrets. There have been documented cases of heartworms in people, but it is very rare and results in…

• What common household chemicals or objects can be hazardous to my pet?

  We commonly see pets that are sick due to ingestion or exposure to household chemicals, medications, or poisons. In our practice, the most common toxicities seem to be rodent poison…

• How do I know it is time to euthanize my pet?

  Humane euthanasia is never an easy decision to make, but it may be the kindest thing you can do for a sick, injured, or older pet. Sometimes it really helps…

• What kind of special care does my senior pet require?

  Thanks to advanced preventive medicine and advanced veterinary procedures, our pets are living longer than ever before. As a result, veterinarians see many disease processes unique to our older pets….

• What is parvovirus and how can I prevent it in my puppy?

  Canine parvovirus (CPV-2) is a highly contagious virus affecting the gastrointestinal tract of puppies and dogs. It is spread by direct dog-to-dog contact, contact with contaminated feces, environments, or people….

• Why can’t I seem to control fleas on my pet or in my home?

  Fleas are definitely a frustrating problem for pet owners. Common reasons for treatment failures include not treating all animals in the home every month with an effective flea control product….

• What vaccinations are necessary for my pet?

  Recommended vaccines for your pet vary according to the lifestyle and risk of exposure to certain diseases. For instance, it is recommended that a cat that lives outside receive vaccines…