by clinicadmin | Jan 16, 2013 | Latest News, Things You Should Know
Recent events in North Kingstown prove that even “inside” animals can be exposed to potentially rabid wildlife. If you didn’t see the news, a group of children were playing football outside when they were attacked by a raccoon. The raccoon chased the...
by clinicadmin | Jan 15, 2013 | Medicine, Things You Should Know
We all know how curious cats and dogs are -we just don’t realize how dangerous our pockets and purses can be. Some things to think about: Inhalers: If an inhaler is punctured, depending on the type, the contents can cause a rise in blood pressure, heart...
by clinicadmin | Jan 9, 2013 | Behavior, Medicine
Inappropriate elimination (not using the litterbox) is the #1 reason cats are euthanized or turned in to shelters. Cats are very susceptible to stress-what we might pass off as routine may cause our feline friends to “act out”. Trying to locate the source...
by clinicadmin | Jan 7, 2013 | Things You Should Know
We have all seen the devastation caused by “Super-Storm” Sandy. It is a challenge for us to deal with the aftermath; imagine how hard it is for a cat, dog, or gerbil. Would you be ready if you had to evacuate? Here are some suggestions-hopefully you will...
by clinicadmin | Jan 2, 2013 | Latest News, Medicine
We are currently recommending that heartworm preventive medications be given monthly all year long. The last few winters in New England haven’t been cold enough to kill all mosquitos. It is so much easier to prevent the disease than it is to treat-today’s...
