Dogs

Patience

I have worked in a veterinary clinic for almost 10 years.  I am also a pet owner and have had my share of problems.  I want the issue fixed, but truth be told, I’m a bit lazy.  I want a shot or pill or something to happen magically. On top of it all, I feel…

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Pets and Halloween: Put Yourself in Their Paws

As humans, we get caught up in the costumes, the candy, and the pumpkin spiced lattes, but what about pets and Halloween?  If you were to get down on all fours and look around on Halloween night from their angle, what would you see? A Dog’s Perspective on Halloween Cool!  They left me a big…

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Introducing Your Pet to a New Baby

What joy and excitement a new baby brings!  But, how does your pet feel about it?  He may have mixed feelings about the new bundle of joy.  Keep your pet in mind as you transition to life with baby. This handout on introducing your pet to a new baby  has some great tips. The Family Paws…

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Toxic Foods and Household Hazards: What You Need to Know

This chart below highlights a few toxic foods you might not realize are bad for your dog (and many of these go for cats as well). We know the graphic doesn’t share “how much” and “how bad” and the reason for that is–it depends. How much did your pet eat, how much does your pet…

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Meet Dr. Tom Taylor’s New Puppy!

  Den Herder Veterinary Hospital has a new four-legged family member! Meet Dr. Tom Taylor’s new puppy, Jade, a 4 month old Vizsla. Let’s see how the new dad and family are getting along. Tell us about the name Jade? My wife has always liked the name. We had it picked out for a daughter,…

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Breed Specific Health Information for your Dog

We have a nice catalog of breed specific health information based on characteristics unique to many breeds.  We also have listings for those “Heinz 57” mixed breed varieties of pups and those are based on the size of the dog.  Below is a list of the breeds we have (in alphabetical order).  If you have…

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What happens when your pet has surgery?

Before Pet Surgery We have food and water restrictions for your pet before surgery. Do not give your pet any food after 6 p.m. the night before surgery. No water after 10 p.m. Give nothing the morning of surgery. Please bring your pet to us by 7:30 a.m. the day of surgery. At that time…

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