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Cat Dandruff: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
Cats are known for their clean, shiny coats, so when you notice flakes of cat dandruff on your pet’s fur or bedding, it can be surprising. Cat dandruff occurs when the skin produces excessive flakes due to dryness, irritation, or underlying issues that affect the skin’s natural balance. While it’s often a mild condition, cat…
Read MoreDog Years: Calculating and Understanding Your Dog’s True Age
How old is your dog, really? The concept of dog years has long fascinated pet owners trying to understand how their dog’s age compares to their own. While many believe one dog year equals seven human years, this is a simplified rule of thumb that doesn’t tell the whole story. Dogs age differently depending on…
Read MorePet Play: Essential for Physical and Mental Well-being
Pet play is more than just fun and games, it’s a vital part of your pet’s daily routine that supports their physical health, emotional balance, and mental sharpness. Regular play sessions strengthen your bond, encourage good behavior, and provide the stimulation pets need to thrive. Whether it’s a game of fetch, a feather wand chase,…
Read MorePet New Year Resolutions
10. Check Your Pet’s ID Information Whenever you move or change your phone number, updating your pet’s tag and/or microchip information may not be at the top of your “to-do” list. Take the time to make sure all of your information is correct so that if your furry friend is missing, they can get home…
Read MoreWhat’s Included In Your Pet’s Physical Exam
Ever wonder what we really look for during your pet’s physical exam each visit? Dr. Pollins gives everyone the scoop!
Read MoreBladder Troubles!
Capi is a 4 year old neutered male cat. Capi’s owner noticed that he was hiding more and not wanting to eat or drink anything. When she saw him straining and crying out in the litter box, she brought Capi in to Temperance Animal Hospital for an exam to see if he was having trouble…
Read MoreCanine Influenza Update July 2018
As you may know, there have been press releases regarding a “Canine Influenza Outbreak in the Metro-Detroit Area”. The Michigan Veterinary Medical Association has verified that there have been at least four cases of H3N2 Canine Influenza in Macomb, Wayne, and Oakland Counties. The H3N2 strain is the “newer strain” of Influenza. You may recall…
Read MoreTick Prevention is More Important Than Ever!
The most recent reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that there has been a 3 fold increase in Vector Borne diseases between 2004 and 2016! Vector Borne diseases are diseases that are transmitted to people or animals by ticks, fleas and mosquitoes. For our patients, Heartworm Parasite, Lyme Disease, Anaplasmosis,…
Read MoreSamantha’s Stuffy Sniffer
Meet Samantha – she is a lovely 1½ year old Shih Tzu. We first met Samantha when she was 9 weeks old at her new puppy wellness visit with Dr. Whitmer. During her visit, Samantha was a typical puppy – playful, outgoing, and wiggly! There was one problem though, and Dr. Whitmer noticed it right…
Read MoreThe Case of the Hidden Heartworms
Meet Bane Bane is a 5 year old Doberman Pinscher that came to see Dr. Garcia last winter to discuss having a mass on his chest removed as it had started bleeding and was causing him discomfort. During Bane’s pre-surgical screenings, he tested positive for heartworm disease. Heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) is, as its name…
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