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• posted: Oct. 28, 2019

Have a Fear-Free Halloween for your Pet                Halloween is a fun holiday for most of us, but, for our pets, people in spooky costumes, Read More

• posted: Oct. 06, 2019

Pumpkin for Pets                October is upon us and that makes us think of all things fall including pumpkins!  While they make great decorations, pies Read More

• posted: Sep. 28, 2019

What to do if your Pet has Diarrhea                Diarrhea is probably one of the most common illnesses that Patton’s veterinarians see on a daily Read More

• posted: Sep. 22, 2019

What the Heck is a Hot Spot?                Late summer and early fall are still prime time for allergies in our dogs and cats. Dogs Read More

• posted: Sep. 14, 2019

Discusses dietary needs of domsetic cats, whether or not grain free diets are healthy for cats Read More

• posted: Sep. 01, 2019

EGC: Not So Easy as 1-2-3 Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex in Cats               Eosinophilic granuloma complex, or EGC for short, is a complicated and incompletely understood condition Read More

• posted: Sep. 01, 2019

Discusses fleas, flea control Read More

• posted: Aug. 25, 2019

Kennel Cough               We’ve been seeing quite a few cases of kennel cough lately so I thought this would be a good time to discuss Read More

• posted: Aug. 19, 2019

Can I put that in my Pet’s Ear?                Wax in the ears and ear infections are common problems with our pets.  Home remedies abound Read More

• posted: Aug. 10, 2019

Pet Care Advice on the Internet: The Good, the Bad and the Crazy               Let’s face it, in today’s digital world, almost everyone relies on Read More

• posted: Aug. 02, 2019

Can my cat eat that?! Part 1 Understanding feline nutritional requirementsAs a veterinarian, pet mom, and consumer today, there are endless options for just about anything you can imagine.   Since Read More

• posted: Jul. 27, 2019

Help Your Puppy be a Social Butterfly               Dogs are social creatures. Most of them love being around both humans and other dogs. However, behavior Read More

• posted: Jul. 14, 2019

Cystitis in Dogs and Cats               Cystitis is the medical term for a bladder infection. Dogs, cats and other animals such as rabbits and guinea Read More

• posted: Jul. 13, 2019

Dealing with Carsick Canines               Summer travel plans often include road trips and many people take their dogs along for the ride. But, if your Read More

• posted: Jul. 06, 2019

Pool and Water Safety for Your PetMany dogs enjoy swimming in pools, lakes and at the beach just as much as their pet parents do.  If you’re sharing your pool Read More

• posted: Jun. 29, 2019

Problem Patellas:  Kneecap injuries in Dogs and Cats               The patella or kneecap is held in place by a tendon and a groove down the Read More