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Summer: The Perfect Time to Help Your Dog Shed Extra Pounds
posted: Jul. 23, 2018.
Summer, with its warm temperatures and sunny skies, is a time to get outside, be active and make the most of longer, brighter days. Summer is the perfect time to help our dogs (and ourselves) shed those extra winter pounds. Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  The Great Outdoors,  Seasonal Pet Care,  Exercise Nutrition & Obesity -
Ditch the Itch: Skin Allergies in Dogs
posted: Jul. 11, 2018.
If your dog is itching, there can be many causes, including skin allergies. Up to one-half of American dogs are allergic and most allergies affect a dog’s skin. The degree of sensitivity and allergic reactivity varies from dog to dog and can change over time. Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  Seasonal Pet Care -
Are Natural Vitamins, Herbs and Creams Safe for My Pet?
posted: Jun. 29, 2018.
Natural home remedies and natural vitamins, herbs and creams are not safe for your pets just because they are natural, especially if the product isn’t made for pets. What cautions should you take with natural products? Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  Pet Toxins,  Pet Grooming & Style -
Flea and Heartworm Resistance to Medications: How to Protect Our Pets
posted: Jun. 07, 2018.
Some fleas and heartworms have begun to evolve in recent years, developing resistance to the medications normally used to control them. This is what to know about how to keep our pets protected. Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  Fleas Ticks & Heartworm -
What Veterinarians Wish You Knew Before Euthanizing Your Pet
posted: May 13, 2018.
When you’ve made the decision that the best choice for your pet’s sake is euthanasia, we as veterinarians want to share with you what you should know before euthanizing your pet. Read moreCategory: Pet Loss -
The Butt of the Joke: Anal Gland Problems in Pets
posted: May 03, 2018.
Any pet owner who has experienced anal gland problems in their pet can tell you that it really isn’t a laughing matter. Dogs and cats have been blessed with two Read moreCategory: For The Dogs,  The Cat's Meow,  Pet Health & Wellness -
The WOOFF Act: Keeping Pets Safe on Airplanes
posted: Apr. 26, 2018.
The WOOFF Act (Welfare of Our Furry Friends), was recently introduced to Congress with a goal of creating regulations that will keep pets safe during airline flights. More formally known Read moreCategory: For The Dogs,  The Cat's Meow,  Pet Travel & Boarding -
More than Medicine: Honoring the Human-Animal Bond
posted: Apr. 19, 2018.
Because of our unwavering commitment to our clients and patients, and our belief in the power of the human-animal bond, we are delighted to share the ways in which Union Lakes Veterinary Hospital is striving to meet the needs of the animals we care for and the families who love them. Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  For The Dogs,  The Cat's Meow,  Pet Health & Wellness -
Don't Overlook Your Pet's Heart Health
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
While our furry friends are much less likely to experience stroke or heart attacks that plague humans, there are many pet heart problems that affect dogs and cats commonly. Identifying heart problems in your pet is difficult to do on your own, but our veterinarians have the experience and knowledge needed to help ensure your pet’s heart gets the attention it deserves. Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Safety,  Pet Health & Wellness -
Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine: A Holistic Approach for Pets
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
You may not know that Union Lake Veterinary Hospital offers a range of not only conventional veterinary medicine but Chinese and herbal treatment options as well. These natural healing methods Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Health & Wellness -
Keeping Pets Pain Free: Options for Treating Pain in Your Pet
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Union Lake Veterinary Hospital takes a multimodal approach to managing your pet’s pain, whether due to a chronic condition such as osteoarthritis or a more acute problem such as post-surgical discomfort. We offer your pet the most effective combination of treatments possible for his or her needs. Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  The Surgical Suite,  Senior Pet Care -
Parvovirus FAQs: Know the Virus and its Symptoms!
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
What do you know about canine parvovirus? Check out the following FAQs to get yourself up to speed!What are the symptoms of parvo? Dogs infected with parvovirus may initially have Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  For The Dogs,  Pet Health & Wellness -
Screening Testing: Part of Your Pet’s Wellness Plan
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Some pet owners balk when their veterinarian recommends screening tests for their pet. Why would you spend the money on a blood panel when, for all intents and purposes, there is nothing wrong? Screening tests are designed to detect problems before symptoms are apparent. Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Health & Wellness -
Dental Care for Rabbits
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Rabbits are no exception and require attentive care from their owners. Because rabbits are herbivores with teeth that grow continuously, special attention must be paid to their pearly whites. When teeth become overgrown, they can interfere with chewing, cause painful ulcers in the mouth, or block the tear ducts. Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  Exotic Pets,  Pet Dental Care -
Laser Therapy for Your Pets
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
No, it’s not some made up thing out of Star Wars. Laser therapy is quickly becoming recognized as a quick, effective choice for adjunctive treatment of a wide-variety of conditions Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  The Surgical Suite,  Pet Rehab & Therapy -
Bedding for Your Pocket Pet: Making a Decision
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
It seems like a simple enough task: deciding what to put in the bottom of your pet’s cage. When it comes down to it, though, the selection out there is Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  Exotic Pets,  Pet Travel & Boarding