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By Sarah Eaton, DVM, DACT
Williams Lake Animal Care Hospital
Dogs have 42 adult teeth and cats have 36 adult teeth. The number of teeth in an animal’s mouth does not vary based on its size, so little dogs have the same number of teeth as big dogs, just crammed into a smaller space. Dogs and cats do not each as much junk food as people, but they can still develop tartar, gingivitis, and loose teeth.
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By Eileen Alberton, DVN
Canine Influenza is a relatively new disease in dogs, caused by the Canine Influenza Virus, or CIV. Because it is new, most of the dog population has not been exposed to it, and has no immunity to it.
Research shows that if a group of dogs is infected, 10-20% will show no symptoms, and of the 80-90% that do get sick, only 20% will be very ill.
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Calving care
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By Sarah Eaton, DVM, DACT
Spring calving is the rancher’s reward for a cold, dark spring feeding in the snow.
Careful bull selection, timing for bull turnout, and good vaccine and deworming protocols are all building blocks of a good calf crop.
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Pets need specialists too
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By Sarah Eaton, DVM, DACT
Veterinary medicine has had significant advancements in the past 30 years. Veterinarians are able to use better tools and medications to help heal animals faster. Similar to human medicine, specialties within veterinary medicine have developed to provide even more care and options for animals and their caretakers.
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Christmas hazards and your pet
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By Cheri Galatiuk, DVM
The Holiday Season is a festive time to enjoy visiting with friends and family. This time, however, can pose dangers to our furry friends.
There are numerous hazards that are more prevalent around the holiday season. Below is a list of information on some of the most common holiday hazards.
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Dental health care for your pets
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By Eileen Alberton, DVM
Williams Lake Vet Clinic
Did you know that nearly 85% of pets have periodontal (dental) disease by three years of age?
If you want to show your kids the importance of brushing regularly, lift up the dog or cat’s lips and take a look and a sniff. Sometimes the tartar build-up, gum recession, infection and smell can be a real surprise.
Gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums, is reversible, but the disease processes and bone loss that follow are not.
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Dog Breeding 101 – birthing
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By Sarah Eaton, DVM, DACT
The whelping (birthing) process is generally taken care of by the bitch. However, the dog owners must be aware of what a normal process is so that they can get rapid treatment for their dog if complications arise.
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