Category Archives: Clinic Information

The Confusing World of Pet Parasite Prevention

Most dog and cat owners understand the importance of keeping their pets safe from deadly parasites, like heartworms and intestinal worms. But, our stores are now being flooded with generic products and these new brands are creating confusion. In addition, some of the other, better known products, have disappeared leaving everyone even more confused. Exactly what parasite control products should you be using for your pets?
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Veterinary Technicians – Trusted Partners for Your Pet’s Care

We all know that your pet’s doctor will often ask one of his or her staff members to either help restrain a pet or maybe prepare a specific medication. But these helpers are often involved in a lot more than you may realize. From preparing laboratory samples to taking x-rays to communicating treatment plans with clients, veterinary technicians and assistants have carved out essential roles in modern animal hospitals. Continue reading

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High Tech Vision Looks Deep Into Your Pets Mouth!

Keeping up with your pet’s oral health care can seem time consuming and often does not get done. But, good dental care, including brushing your pet’s teeth and regular professional cleanings at the veterinary office, can help prevent serious and expensive problems. And now, there’s one more high tech tool that help veterinarians find and solve these all too common pet dental problems! Continue reading

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Rapid Blood Analysis Delivers Vital Results to Your Veterinarian!

Finding answers to your pet’s health problems can be challenging since our dogs and cats can’t speak to us. Thankfully, veterinarians have an array of important blood tests that can help diagnose a variety of illnesses. The best part is…many animal hospitals can perform this blood work while you wait! Continue reading

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Do You Know Someone Who Wants To Become A Veterinarian?

Our love affair with our pets and, indeed, with all animals, is astounding. So, it’s not surprising to realize that veterinarians are regarded with a high degree of respect and awe by animal lovers the world over. However, it takes much more than a love of animals to succeed as a member of this proud profession. A passion for the sciences and an analytical mind are also essential! Continue reading

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Cats Often Overlooked for Veterinary Care

Poet Jean Burden once said that a cat “is still only a whisker away from the wilds” and for many cat enthusiasts, this is the exact reason they love their self-sufficient felines. But for all of our professed affection for these animals, our cats aren’t seen by veterinarians nearly as often as our dogs. Is it because we value dogs more highly or are there other reasons for this inequity? Continue reading

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Question and Answer on Generic Rimadyl

Our clients regularly ask us great questions regarding their pets.  This was question Dr. Denise answered via email in August of 2011 regarding the use of a generic carprofen (Rimadyl). Dr. Denise, Can you get me a prescription for the … Continue reading

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Deerfield Veterinary Hospital First To Offer Stem Cell Therapy to Pets in Springfield

Millions of dogs suffer the aches and discomfort of arthritis. Millions more may be hurting without any obvious signs. Now, a new science, using cells derived from the pet’s own fat, may bring relief to many pets. Continue reading

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Do Generic Flea Products Meet Your Pet’s Needs?

For almost two decades, safe, effective flea medications from your veterinarian have helped pet owners battle these blood-sucking parasites. Now, several “generic” flea medications are flooding the market, showing up in big box stores and grocery stores across the country. Will these cheaper medications help more pets or do they have the potential for failure? Continue reading

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Online Pet Pharmacies – Saving Money or Risk to Your Pets?

Their ads promise to save you lots of money and even “a stressful trip to the veterinarian”. You are encouraged by slick video and professional announcers to purchase flea medications, pain relief drugs and even heartworm prevention all from the comfort of your living room and laptop computer. But, are online pet pharmacies really the best option for you or are there hidden dangers? Continue reading

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