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• posted: Feb. 13, 2022

Common Dental Problems in Dogs                February is Dental Health Month. Last week we talked about common dental problems in cats. This week focuses on Read More

• posted: Feb. 05, 2022

Common Dental Problems in Cats                Cats are obligate carnivores meaning they are built to eat meat. They have 30 teeth designed for killing and Read More

• posted: Jan. 29, 2022

Why Should I Spay or Neuter my Pet?                February is spay/neuter awareness month.  Besides the obvious attempt to reduce pet overpopulation, why do vets Read More

• posted: Jan. 23, 2022

Parvovirus                Parvovirus is a serious viral infection in dogs that can be fatal.  Thankfully, with proper vaccination, parvoviral infection (“parvo” for short) is much Read More

• posted: Jan. 15, 2022

Ear Infection in Rabbits                Rabbits are known for those long ears, but what happens if your rabbit gets an ear infection? Let’s look at Read More

• posted: Jan. 07, 2022

What to Expect After Your Pet has Surgery                Let’s face it, our pets are part of our families. And when they need to have Read More

• posted: Jan. 02, 2022

What is Cold Tail or Limber Tail?                Dogs, particularly hunting dogs such as Labradors, Pointers, Hounds and Setters, can develop a condition commonly known Read More

• posted: Dec. 27, 2021

New Year’s Resolutions to Keep Pets Happy and Healthy                In a few short days, it will be time to welcome a brand new year, Read More

• posted: Dec. 19, 2021

Cold Weather Tips for Pets                It’s officially winter and even though we’ve had some spring-like days, it’s definitely getting colder outside! What can we Read More

• posted: Dec. 12, 2021

Dealing with Pet Loss During the Holidays                Losing a pet any time of year can be a heartbreaking experience but when it happens around Read More

• posted: Dec. 05, 2021

Christmas Gift Ideas for Exotic and Pocket Pets                Holiday gifts for pets are common practice and there are plenty of options for dogs and Read More

• posted: Nov. 28, 2021

Holiday Hazards                Thanksgiving is behind us and Christmas preparations are underway. Patton Veterinary Hospital wants you and your pets to enjoy the season.  Here Read More

• posted: Nov. 19, 2021

Tips and Tricks for Getting Your Cat to the Vet                Cats can be notoriously difficult to bring to the veterinary office. They often disappear Read More

• posted: Nov. 07, 2021

Are Probiotics Good for Our Pets?                The microbiome is a population of beneficial bacteria that live in the intestinal tract of most mammals including Read More

• posted: Nov. 07, 2021

November is Diabetes Awareness Month                November marks diabetes awareness month for pets.  Symptoms of diabetes include excessive thirst and urination, though weight loss, vomiting Read More

• posted: Oct. 30, 2021

Can Dogs Learn to Talk?                Have you ever wondered what your dog might say if he could talk? We all know dogs can learn Read More