Preventive Health

Flea control for a flea-free future

August 4, 2019

 General Information Fleas bite both dogs and cats and are passed back and forth between these animals.  Besides causing severe itching, fleas can transmit parasites such as tapeworms. If one dog or cat in a household has fleas, it should be assumed that all dogs…

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Preventing Lyme and Leptospirosis through vaccination

August 4, 2019

With Minnesota’s increasing seasonal warmth and humidity, your dog has an increased risk of exposure to dangerous bacteria such as those that cause Lyme Disease and Leptospirosis.  Starting vaccination early in your pet’s life will help keep them and your family safe. Lyme Disease What…

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Intestinal parasites

August 4, 2019

Almost all puppies and kittens have intestinal parasites.  They are infected through the placenta, through their mother’s milk or through normal grooming and nursing behavior.  As animals age, the environment plays a larger role in infection. Parasites can also be spread through fleas and through…

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