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Pet Health
A Miracle for Chloe
I would like to introduce you to Chloe, a 12 year old Pomeranian with the spirit of a true fighter. When we met Chloe, she was an ICU patient at MedVet Cleveland West with a severe collapsing trachea. She was unable to breath without supplemental...
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Winter Survival Tips for Pets
If you are like me, you actively dread wintertime! But just like death and taxes, there's no getting around it. My dog, on the other hand, can't wait to roll around in the snow! With a little preparation and common sense, the winter season can...
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Separation Anxiety in Dogs
No one knows exactly why some dogs develop separation anxiety and some don't. It is estimated that nearly 14% of dogs suffer from separation anxiety which is an inability of the pet to find comfort when separated from family members. Dogs with this condition tend to become...
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You Are What You Eat: The Case for Human Grade Pet Food
One of the single most important things that pet owners can do to help ensure the long term health of their pets is to feed them high quality food. Like with humans, proper nutrition has a direct effect on both the quantity and quality of...
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Recognizing Pain in Cats
The one thing that all pet owners wish is that their pets could talk and tell them what is wrong when they are not feeling well. Cats, like dogs, do show behavioral signs that can indicate that they may be in pain, below are some of the most...
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Overview of Paralysis vs. Lameness in Dogs
Many of our clients are pet parents with dogs who are unable to walk or have very limited ability to move. Having a dog that is experiencing sudden or gradual paralysis or lameness is distressing for any pet owner. It is extremely important that you...
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Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?
I would bet that this is one of the most asked questions in all of veterinary medicine. The fact of the matter is no one knows for sure why dogs eat grass, but there are a number of prevailing theories. The good news is most...
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Human Medicines That Are Safe for Pets
From the #AskTheSquad files: One of the more common questions we receive is "Is it ok give my pet ( insert human medication here )?" The answer is yes, there are some human medications that are safe for pets (see list below), BUT you must ALWAYS consult...
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Common Reasons for Paw Licking in Dogs
One of the common issues we are asked about is "why does my dog keep licking his paw?" Dog's paws are built to handle considerable stress but constant licking is often a sign that something is amiss and should be discussed with your vet. 1. Fungal...
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