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Why You Should Opt to Adopt a Puppy
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
The decision to add a puppy to your family is a big one. Adoption requires a lot of planning, and an important part of the planning process is deciding where you Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Puppies & Kittens,  Pet Rescue & Adoption -
Seasonal Pet Allergies
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Spring has arrived and pollen is starting to fly. But did you know that, just like people, our pets can suffer from seasonal allergies, too?You may have heard the term Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  Seasonal Pet Care,  Pet Travel & Boarding -
The Cost of Veterinary Care
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
For many pet owners, it is easy to become frustrated with the cost of veterinary care. After all, you just brought your pet in for a simple ear infection… Or Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Health & Wellness,  The Surgical Suite -
Your Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Food
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Feeding your pet seems like a simple task, but when it comes down to it, pet nutrition is a complicated topic. Now more than ever, the shelves at the pet Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Health & Wellness,  Exercise Nutrition & Obesity -
We’re Not Over the Hill Yet! Union Lake Veterinary Hospital’s 40th Anniversary
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Happy birthday to us!May 2014 marks Union Lake Veterinary Hospital’s 40th Anniversary, and we couldn’t be more excited! This milestone is both exhilarating and humbling for us, as it not Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Health & Wellness,  The Surgical Suite -
The Dog Days of Summer: Pet Safety and Summer Fun
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Now that summer has arrived, you’ll want to enjoy the outdoors with your dog as much as possible. But, after the harsh winter weather and the quality time you and Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  The Great Outdoors,  Seasonal Pet Care -
The Importance of Blood Work for Your Pet
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
At some point in your pet’s life, you will be advised that your pet would benefit from having blood work done. You will be asked to authorize us to perform Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  Puppies & Kittens,  Pet Rehab & Therapy -
Spay and Neuter Surgeries at Union Lake Veterinary Hospital
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
In recent years, spaying and neutering pets has become a big business. We’ve come to realize that pets should be fixed for their own health, safety, and longevity. We also Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Health & Wellness,  Reproductive Health -
Pet Safety: Thunderstorms and the Fourth of July
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and you have probably already heard the random “pop” or “sizzle” from an overly enthusiastic neighbor. You may have even noticed Read moreCategory: Pet-Friendly Holidays,  Pet Safety,  Pet Health & Wellness -
It’s Hot! –Keeping Your Pets Cool
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
As the temperature begins to rise well above the comfort zone, it’s only natural that we, as pet owners, begin to consider our pet’s health and safety in the summer Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  The Great Outdoors,  Seasonal Pet Care -
Safe Swimming and Boating with Your Pet
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Most of us love to spend long weekends and summer days on the many lakes and rivers of Michigan and the Midwest, especially as the temperature starts to climb! One Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  The Great Outdoors,  Seasonal Pet Care -
Spaying or Neutering Your Pet
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
It is fun to think about having a cute, cuddly litter of puppies or kittens to play with or a progeny of your favorite pet to enjoy for many more Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  Reproductive Health,  Training & Behavior -
Bee Stings and Your Pet
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
You are out in your backyard, enjoying the day with your dog. All of a sudden you notice him furiously sniffing out something in the corner. Before you can intervene, Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  The Great Outdoors,  Pet Emergencies & First-Aid -
Ask a Vet: What is the Right Way to Remove Ticks From My Pet?
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
There are a lot of differing opinions on the right way to remove a tick, especially those found on pets. From fingernail polish remover to matches, ye olde Internet is Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  The Great Outdoors,  Fleas Ticks & Heartworm -
End of Summer Meltdown: Heat Awareness and Pet Safety
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
It’s safe to say that many of us are starting to look to fall. The late-summer Michigan mornings are bringing cooler weather and daytime highs are starting to level off Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  The Great Outdoors,  Seasonal Pet Care -
Tick-Borne Illness in Pets
posted: Apr. 12, 2018.
Ticks are nasty little creatures, no matter how you cut it. Besides not wanting to see them on your pets because they can be a little gross to remove, they Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  Pet Health & Wellness,  Fleas Ticks & Heartworm