Ultrasounds, also known as sonography, are procedures that gently produce real-time images of an animal’s organs and tissues. Like doctors, veterinarians use this type of imaging to visualize an animal’s internal structures, such as the heart, liver, and more. Cat ultrasounds specifically are used for many reasons, including as a guide during procedures and monitoring the progress of various treatments.
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Summer can be one of the most enjoyable seasons of the year to spend with our dogs! With young people off from school and more outdoor recreation options open, It’s not difficult to find new activities to do with your dogs every day in Southwest Virginia. But it’s also possible to have too much of
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Over the years, there has been a lot of debate about the pros and cons of having your pet spayed or neutered. Spays and neuters offer many benefits that pet owners may not know about, and misconceptions about them make owners weary of these surgeries. Of course, there is no veterinary surgery without risks of
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As a pet owner, you understand that you are the voice for your animals – their guardian and protector. A key way to ensure your pet stays safe and you can always find out where they are is by having your animals professionally microchipped. Microchipping your pet is extremely important, as it may be the
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From the time we are born and as we grow up, we have to periodically get vaccinations to protect us from diseases that could harm us or our community. However, humans aren’t the only ones who should worry about getting vaccinated from invisible threats that could do considerable damage. Whether you have cats or dogs, you should
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You love your pets and want them to be as happy and healthy as possible. Unfortunately, dogs and cats are susceptible to infection by fleas and illness by ticks, especially as they spend more time. Additionally, fleas can be brought inside and hide in the fibers of your carpet and beneath your furniture! However, with proper flea and tick prevention, you can
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Just like with humans, there are certain forms of medicine that are a little more intricate than others. Veterinary dental surgery is one of them and is a specialized area that involves treating a pet’s teeth, jaw, gums, etc. We use multiple procedures to treat many types of dental ailments. What Types Of Veterinary Dental Surgery Can Be Performed? There are four main types
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Virginia’s long growing season and temperate climate make it a particularly challenging place for allergy sufferers to live. The changing climate has only exacerbated it. And for those with allergies, March begins many months of challenges. Unfortunately, those challenges don’t just affect people. You also have to worry about your pets’ allergies this season. Why
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Like the medical field for humans, the veterinary field is constantly changing and evolving with the times. As we learn more about our furry friends and how to best treat them, we know how to engage with them better during vet visits! Along these lines, one of the newer programs is the “fear-free” approach to
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It’s incredible how far our technology has come, from the cars we drive to the computers we use and the hospitals we visit. Additionally, you can experience the advancements in technology in your local veterinary clinics as well! You may be used to older X-ray technology, but we have made advancements to better our practices for everyone
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