Pre-Anesthetic Procedures for Pets
Nov 18, 2015Paper Trained
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Scott Sandeman, D.V.M.
Surgery can be scary for everyone and that includes our pets. It is especially unsettling with dogs or cats that resent a trip to their veterinarian even on their best day.
In almost all instances, the anxiety a pet may experience…
Why do Cats Knead?
Oct 30, 2015Allergies in Pets
Oct 23, 2015Collecting a urine sample
Oct 15, 2015
Paper Trained
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Scott Sandeman, D.V.M.
So your veterinarian asked you to bring a fresh urine sample from your 8 year old dog, Puddles. She has been drinking a lot lately and some tests are in order. Now about collecting that sample….
Many…
Dog Walking
Oct 11, 2015
Paper Trained
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Scott Sandeman, D.V.M.
While pedometers for dogs have been around for awhile it goes without saying that the person on the other end of the leash with the Fitbit® that hasn’t been programmed yet may need walking just as much. Most of us…
Hyperthyroidism in Cats
Oct 01, 2015
Paper Trained
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Scott Sandeman, D.V.M.
Hyperthyroidism is one of the most commonly encountered diseases of older cats. Tumors of the thyroid gland cause an increase in thyroid levels which in turn ramps up our pet’s metabolism. Affected pets have a normal…
New Cat Adoption
Sep 30, 2015
Paper Trained
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Scott Sandeman, D.V.M.
Thinking of adopting a kitten or two because your current feline friend needs a playmate? Is your favorite Aunt’s cat coming to live with you and While it’s always a good time to visit your local shelter in search…