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• 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

• posted: Oct. 23, 2021

Beware of These Halloween Hazards!                Halloween is just around the corner and is a popular holiday that can be a lot of fun. But, Read More

• posted: Oct. 10, 2021

Fall Food that are Safe for Fur Babies                It’s finally fall! Autumn brings to mind apple harvests, pumpkins and Halloween candy.  We all like Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2021

How to Keep Your Kitty Using the Litterbox                We’ve all used a less-than-desirable public restroom: you wait in line, there are only 2 stalls, Read More

• posted: Sep. 26, 2021

Why Do Dogs and Cats Have Tails?                We all love to see our dogs’ tails wagging when they greet us or see a cat’s Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2021

Leptospirosis in Dogs Leptospirosis is caused by several strains of bacteria which are spread in the urine of animals such as rats, raccoons and skunks. Leptospirosis can affect both dogs and Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2021

Common Illnesses in Rabbits                Rabbits make good pets and, if well cared for, can live 5-10 years.  But they can be prone to some Read More

• posted: Sep. 04, 2021

Should I Bathe My Pet?                Bathing pets is not always an easy task and some pets need more frequent bathing and grooming than others. Read More