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The ABCs and 123s of Pet Chiropractic Care
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
We know that Union Lake Veterinary Hospital is your go-to for the best, most up-to-date options in your pet’s care. Whether it be our cutting-edge surgical techniques, our expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine Read moreCategory: Pet Health & Wellness,  The Surgical Suite,  Pet Rehab & Therapy -
Answers to (Some of) Our Most Frequently Asked Veterinary Questions
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
They say that there is no such thing as a stupid question and we think that’s true. Asking questions is how we learn and grow as people.We hope that you Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Safety,  Pet Health & Wellness -
Michigan Tick Talk: Why Ticks And Pets Don’t Mix
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
Finding a tick lodged securely in your dog or cat’s skin is one of the less-than-pleasant aspects of pet ownership. Unfortunately, ticks and pets often go together like peanut butter Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  Fleas Ticks & Heartworm,  Seasonal Pet Care -
The Latest Canine Flu Outbreak: How At Risk is Your Dog?
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
As many of us in the field of veterinary medicine anticipated, canine flu has surfaced once again in the Chicagoland area this spring, and will likely continue to spread to Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  For The Dogs,  Pet Health & Wellness -
How Modern Pet Ownership Has Changed The World
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
It’s no secret that almost every facet of modern pet ownership is vastly different from any other time in human/pet history. Most of today’s pets are treated as full-fledged family Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Safety,  Pet Rescue & Adoption -
Celebrate Mother’s Day With Pets? ULVH Says Yes!
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and that means kids everywhere are busily crafting homemade cards, macaroni picture frames and handprint flowers. But what about “pet moms”? Just because Read moreCategory: Pet-Friendly Holidays,  You & Your Pet,  Seasonal Pet Care -
Don’t Get Your Whiskers in a Bunch: Calming a Stressed Cat
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
While we don’t often think about our pets being stressed, it is actually a big concern. While your cat may not be worried about the big project due at work Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  The Cat's Meow,  Pet Emergencies & First-Aid -
Our Fear Free Practice: Working To Help Pets With A Fear Of The Vet
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
Does your dog or cat experience fear of the vet or anxiety at the vet’s office? Many don’t but, according to a 2014 Bayer Veterinary Healthcare Usage study, 37 percent Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Health & Wellness,  Pet Emergencies & First-Aid -
Home Sweet Home: Creating A Dog Friendly Yard
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
With the arrival of summer comes the urge to spend as much time as possible playing in the backyard, for both people and their dogs. With many people considering the backyard Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Safety,  Seasonal Pet Care -
4DX Testing for Dogs: Beyond the Heartworm Test
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
If your dog has visited Union Lake Veterinary Hospital lately, we may have recommended that we perform 4DX testing. So what is this crazy sounding test, and does your dog really Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  For The Dogs,  Fleas Ticks & Heartworm -
Hit the Road, Jack: Dog Vehicle Safety Restraints
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
You wouldn’t put your small child in a car without the proper car seat or booster, and you probably wouldn’t think about forgoing your seatbelt, either. Yet most of us Read moreCategory: Pet Safety,  Pet Health & Wellness,  Pet Travel & Boarding -
It May Be Illegal To Leave Your Pet In The Car: What This Means For Michigan Pet Owners
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
Leaving your pet in the car while you run into the store or go out to eat can be dangerous, but new legislation may make this activity illegal in Michigan. Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Safety,  Seasonal Pet Care -
Pets On The Patio: Tips And Tricks For Dining Out With Pets
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
There was a time in the not-too-distant past when bringing your pet along to a restaurant was unheard of. Thanks to our increasingly pet-centric society (yay!), restaurants all over the Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Safety,  Exercise Nutrition & Obesity -
Tips For Getting Your Cat To The Vet and Low Stress Cat Carriers
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
When it comes time to take your cat to the vet, feline fanciers everywhere give a collective shudder. It’s hard to say which part of the process is more taxing; Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  The Cat's Meow,  Pet Travel & Boarding -
8 Pet Care Apps You Can’t Live Without
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
Most of our lives are managed by a variety of apps on our mobile devices. There are ever more pet care apps available, some good, some bad, but there are Read moreCategory: You & Your Pet,  Pet Safety,  Pet Health & Wellness -
Scratch That Itch! Pet Skin Problems
posted: Apr. 11, 2018.
There are a lot of different reasons that your pet’s skin may be itchy, stinky, or sore. It is our job to get to the bottom of your pet skin Read moreCategory: For The Dogs,  The Cat's Meow,  Pet Health & Wellness