Posts Tagged ‘Springfield Veteirnary Center’
Healing Canine Arthritis with…Platelets?
Seeing an older pet struggle to climb stairs or hearing your canine friend cry out in pain is a heart-wrenching experience for any pet lover. Finding relief for painful pups is often a challenge. But, a new therapy that comes from your pet’s own blood is showing some promise and giving owners, and veterinarians, hope!
Read MorePet Food Marketing Is Confusing and Misleading
The pet food industry has spent billions of marketing dollars motivating pet owners to buy their brand of food. That does not always mean that these brands are good for your pets. Let’s look at some key features in pet food marketing that will make you a smarter consumer and your pets healthier.
Read MoreDont Let Pets Suffer From Pancreatitis
We all have felt real concern when we see a child or a pet vomit. Plus we all immediately wonder; is it ok to wait and see what happens or should get medical attention right now? Unfortunately, with our pets there is a pretty serious disease, often seen during the holidays, and one of the first symptoms is vomiting.
Read MoreRapid 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!
Read MoreLost Pets, High Tech Returns
As much as we think our pets would never leave our side, millions of animals do end up wandering away from their homes every year. Some will rejoin their families, thanks to high tech identification like microchips, but many end up in shelters, some go to new homes and a few are even taken for illegal activities. What can you do to make sure your pet comes home safely?
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