Why Spay and Neuter?

Posted by admin on  February 19, 2019
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By Dr. Colleen Carney February is Spay and Neuter Awareness month, and we want to share our thoughts with you! Having your dog or cat sterilized provides a number of benefits, not only to your personal pet, but also to the general pet population. First and foremost, spay and neuter prevents the occurrence of unplanned puppy and kitten litters. Every spring, animal rescues see a high influx of animals and often find themselves overwhelmed with

Bunnies

Posted by admin on  February 19, 2019
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When we think of February, most of us think about Valentine ’s Day and showering love on our significant others. This month is also……Adopt a Rescue Rabbit month! Rabbits can make wonderful companions with their fluffy tails, soulful eyes, and expressive ears. They come in a variety of sizes and have a wide range of personalities. Bunnies can be bashful, gentle and content to sit on your lap for some snuggles. Others are quirky, playful

Cats in Captivity

Posted by admin on  February 17, 2019
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By Dr. Amanda Rouen While our indoor cat companions are undoubtedly living longer and healthier lives, they are restricted to houses/apartments where they must interact with other pets and people. These new living arrangements can make it difficult for our “feline friends” to flee from stressors if feeling uncomfortable, which is a far cry from their previous lifestyle of roaming and hunting outdoors. This change in lifestyle can lead to medical and behavioral signs of

Pet Dentistry

Posted by admin on  February 11, 2019
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By Dr. James P. Doman Neffsville Veterinary Clinic has an experienced team of veterinarians all committed to excellence in general dentistry of dogs, cats, and rabbits. We care for our dental patients in our fully-equipped dental suite located in the Inpatient Department. Our dental nurses work with each doctor and assist with anesthesia, patient monitoring, charting, teeth cleaning, and dental x-rays. Our dental suite has two stations equipped with anesthesia machines, full patient monitoring, digital

Positively Reinforcing New or Scary Experiences for Dogs

Posted by admin on  February 6, 2019
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Bri Fair When discussing animal behavior with clients, some common statement we hear are: “my dog is always scared at the vet” “my dog hates car rides” “my dog is nervous around new people” Sadly, many clients believe this is just how their pets are. Luckily, these behaviors can be shaped by using positive reinforcement techniques! Just like us, all of our furry friends have some sort of favor, or reward that they will work