Heartworm

South Carolina Cat Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Top 10 States for Feline Heartworm Positives
Feline heartworm is very dangerous. Find out if you and your cat live in one of the highest risk states.
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Senior Dog with Leash Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
A Senior Dog Checkup: What to Expect
Your senior dog is at greater risk for a number of diseases. Learn more about what is involved in your dog's checkup, and how it can help you prevent problems ahead of time.
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Your New Kitten Checkup Cat Checkups & Preventive Care
Your New Kitten Checkup
Congratulations! You have a new kitten! If it has been some time since you had a kitten, you may be surprised that, just as with raising a baby, recommendations can change quickly. Indeed, much has changed over the last few years when it comes to kitten care. I always recommend that the first outing for your new kitten should be to your veterinarian. This will ensure that you’re off to a great start on a path to lifelong health.
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Your New Puppy Checkup Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Your New Puppy Checkup
Congratulations! You have a new puppy! If it has been some time since you had a puppy, you may be surprised to learn that, just as with raising a baby, recommendations can change quickly. Much has changed over the last few years when it comes to raising a new puppy. I always recommend that the first outing for your puppy should be to your veterinarian. That way, you’re off to a good start and can continue on a path of lifelong health.
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5 Things Veterinarians Can Learn from Dog Poop Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
5 Things Veterinarians Can Learn from Dog Poop
What can a poop sample tell your veterinarian about your dog’s health? As it turns out, a lot!
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Glomerular Disease in Dogs Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Glomerular Disease in Dogs
Learn more about Glomerular disease, a chronic kidney disease, that is quite common in dogs and affects both purebreds and mixed-breeds.
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Dr. Ruth's Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Veterinarian With Your New Kitten New-Cat Checklists
Dr. Ruth's Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Vet With Your New Kitten

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Dr. Ernie's Top Reasons to Visit the Vet With Your New Puppy New-Dog Checklists
Dr. Ernie's Top Reasons to Visit the Vet With Your New Puppy
To help you and your new bundle of bliss establish a lifetime of healthy habits, I’ve assembled my top reasons a puppy’s best friend is your family veterinarian.
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Dog walking down a bridge Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Mosquitoes and Heartworm: An Increasing Threat to Your Dog
Despite advances in protecting dogs from mosquito bites, heartworm disease continues to be a big problem. Learn more about the life of a mosquito, how to protect your dog and changes you can make to lessen the mosquitoes in and around your home.
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Yearly veterinary examinations Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
10 Pet Health Tips for the New Year
Make one of your new years resolutions to keep your pets happy and healthy by following these tips.
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