Tag Archives: Madera Veterinary Hospital

Senility in Senior Animals

Posted on September 1, 2012 by Heather Redmond DVM

With advancements in animal health and medicine, our pets are living longer.  With advanced age, dogs and cats also develop medical conditions similar to elderly people.  A syndrome commonly seen is that of cognitive dysfunction or senility.

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Seasonal Shedding

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Heather Redmond DVM

Does your dog seem to be losing massive amounts of hair?  Is your vacuum filling up rather quickly?  It’s not your imagination.  Seasonal shedding is underway.  Although it takes awhile for the weather to finally feel like fall here in … Continue reading →

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Senior Pet Health

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Heather Redmond DVM

Like us, our pets need extra attention to their health as they age.  Of course, they age more rapidly than we do and dogs and cats are generally considered seniors at seven years of age.  Some of the conditions affecting … Continue reading →

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Hot Dogs (and Cats)

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Heather Redmond DVM

The warmer temperatures of spring and summer make it a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your pets.  However, this time of year has its own potential hazards. Two venomous animals seen are rattlesnakes and toads.  Rattlesnake bites are … Continue reading →

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Traveling With Pets

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Heather Redmond DVM

The number of people traveling with their pets is growing and with vacation season quickly approaching, dogs and cats will be hitting the road.  Whether going on vacation or moving across country, there are a few things to keep in mind. … Continue reading →

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