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X-rays are a valuable diagnostic tool in the veterinary world as well as the human one. This is particularly true since our pets are unable to verbally tell us that anything is wrong and are completely reliant on us as their owners to read any signs and symptoms that they show us and do our own investigating to identify what is causing them. ... Read more ​​​​​​​
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For many pet parents, flea season is a cause for concern. Fleas are notoriously pesky and evasive little creatures. In a very short time, flea problems can develop into a full-fledged infestation when you least expect it. You can prevent these annual issues by taking the right precautions before problems arise. When it comes to how to control a flea infestation, prevention is the best approach. Even so, once infested you need to get on top of things. Let’s take a look at some best practices for dealing with fleas.... Read more ​​​​​​​
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Spaying and neutering is a vitally important and morally responsible part of pet ownership. If you would like more advice on what to do after your pet has been spayed or neutered, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with our knowledgeable and experienced veterinary team who will be delighted to help. ... Read more ​​​​​​​
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As a pet owner, you are likely aware that your pet has a wide range of emotional states, just like you do. When it comes to emotions that can cause challenges to your pet, anxiety is near the top of the list. Has your pet been acting a bit unusual lately? Are they showing signs of discomfort, agitation, or fear more often than they typically do? There are a few reasons that could be at the root of these behavioral changes and anxiety can be one of them. Let’s have a look at how to know if your pet has anxiety by looking out for the seven most common signs. ... Read more ​​​​​​​
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When you take your pet for annual check-ups, the close monitoring of his health makes it far easier for your veterinarian to spot any decline in his wellbeing. This early identification can be crucial in diagnosing and treating underlying illness promptly, significantly improving the outcome for your pet... Read more ​​​​​​​
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By meeting the new nutritional and calorie requirements of your pet, you can help ensure that her remaining years as are healthy and comfortable as possible. ... Read more ​​​​​​​
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Learn about why pet dental health is so important to the overall health and wellbeing of your pet. Contact our vets in Ashburn 571-444-8600 with questions.... Read more ​​​​​​​
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Cavities, or caries as they are also known, are an extremely common dental problem in humans, and the reason behind countless visits to the dentist every year. Unless you are a very experienced owner, you probably haven’t given a great deal of thought towards the ability of your dog to develop a cavity. In fact, many pet parents don’t even consider the dental health of their precious pet until it is pointed out to them by their veterinarian. Nevertheless, there are various dental issues that can affect our animals, and while periodontal disease is the primary tooth-related problem affecting our canines, your furbaby could potentially develop a cavity at some point during her lifetime too. Canine cavities are rare, but certainly not impossible.... Read more ​​​​​​​
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