by clinicadmin | Jul 1, 2014 | Fun Facts, Medicine, Things You Should Know, Uncategorized
We’ve finally hit a stretch of good weather and are greeting our old friends(?)-heat and humidity. With the blue skies and warmer temperatures, come a few reminders. Walk your dog early in the morning and after the sun goes down. Remember that black asphalt...
by clinicadmin | Jun 25, 2014 | Uncategorized
Please congratulate Dr Sheckels, as she is marrying her long time love this weekend. We wish them both much happiness and success. Isn’t love grand? She will now be known as Dr. Sarah McElroy.
by clinicadmin | Jun 23, 2014 | Uncategorized
There is a recent rumor flying through the internet world stating that ice cubes and cold water can kill your pets. The unidentified sources say that cold water can cause bloat, a life threatening situation for dogs. Dr. Nelson says that there is no truth to that...
by clinicadmin | May 15, 2014 | Fun Facts, Latest News, Things You Should Know
On Wednesday, May 21 from 6-8 P.M., The East Greenwich location of Alex and Ani is holding a Charity by Design event. A percentage of sales that evening will benefit Tails To Teach, the wonderful organization that brings dogs into schools and other venues. The dogs...
by clinicadmin | Apr 22, 2014 | Latest News, Medicine
An outbreak of canine influenza has recently been reported to the state veterinarian. The outbreak originated in a daycare/boarding facility in Providence. Canine influenza is a relatively new disease identified in the canine world. It is mutated from the Influenza A...
by clinicadmin | Apr 22, 2014 | Latest News, Medicine, Things You Should Know
The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists will hold a public service event providing free eye screening exams to Service Animals during May 2014.All services are donated, in an effort to improve the Service Animals health and avert potential disease threats...
by clinicadmin | Mar 24, 2014 | Medicine, Things You Should Know
This column was written by Sarah McElroy, DVM Cushing’s disease, or hyperadrenocorticism, is a syndrome resulting from excessive production of glucorticoid, the body’s natural steroid hormone. This can result from a hormonally active tumor of the pituitary...
by clinicadmin | Mar 17, 2014 | Latest News, Things You Should Know
The American Kennel Club recently renamed their pet recovery service. Companion Animal Recovery is now known as AKC Reunite. Although they’ve updated their name, logo, and website, AKC Reunite still provides 24/7 assistance in reuniting registered lost pets with...
by clinicadmin | Mar 4, 2014 | Uncategorized
We’ve talked about Tails To Teach previously; it is the wonderful organization that goes into schools, bringing dogs into the classroom, enabling kids to be empowered by the unconditional love provided by the dogs. Tails To Teach (TTT) is looking to expand their...
by clinicadmin | Feb 24, 2014 | Fun Facts, Latest News, Medicine, Things You Should Know
Clients often believe that they can stop, or cut back on their use of tick protection during these frigid winter temperatures. But guess what? Recent research at the University of Rhode Island proves that theory to be incorrect. There are a few different ideas as to...
