Recognizing and Treating Pet Hypothermia and Frostbite

Recognizing and Treating Pet Hypothermia and Frostbite

Winter can be a beautiful time of year, but it’s important to remember that the cold weather can pose serious risks to our furry companions. As temperatures drop in Fort Wayne, pet owners need to stay vigilant about pet hypothermia and frostbite. Dupont Veterinary Clinic is here to help you recognize the signs and learn […]

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Allergies in Pets

Allergies in Pets

Allergies in pets usually cause itching (and lots of it). It’s not easy to just stand by and watch your best friend constantly scratch an itch that won’t go away. The first step toward any kind of relief is consulting your veterinarian. In addition to relieving the symptoms, we can work toward identifying possible reasons […]

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Never Leave Your Pet in a Hot Car During Summer (and Other Summer Safety Tips for Pets)

Never Leave Your Pet in a Hot Car During Summer (and Other Summer Safety Tips for Pets)

It’s tempting to bring Fido with you everywhere you go, especially during the summertime. The gray days of winter are over and everything is green, vibrant, and ready for adventure. But here in Indiana, our sticky summer days can soar to 80° Fahrenheit or higher—which feels a lot hotter when you factor in the humidity.  […]

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Prepare for the Worst: How to Recognize and Treat Antifreeze Poisoning in Pets

Prepare for the Worst: How to Recognize and Treat Antifreeze Poisoning in Pets

Most pet owners develop a certain mindset regarding their pet’s overall health and safety. The concept of “whatever can go wrong, will go wrong” might not necessarily be the healthiest or most sustainable, but it can serve to keep pets as safe as possible. Regarding antifreeze poisoning in pets, being able to assess a pet’s […]

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How to Score Trending Pet Toys This Holiday Season

How to Score Trending Pet Toys This Holiday Season

If you are like most pet owners, you’re always on the lookout for new and interesting items for your pet. It is crucial to encourage play and problem solving at home, but that doesn’t mean all toys and games are fun or satisfying to your pet. In fact, many commercially available products have become sort […]

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Tips for Flying with Your Pets

Tips for Flying with Your Pets

There is always a risk that traveling with pets can cause a little bit of stress for your furry friends. Flying with pets definitely presents its own set of challenges, but with a little bit of planning, this experience can be fun and safe for everyone. For better preparations, add the following tips to your […]

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Can Dogs Sweat to Cool Down?

Can Dogs Sweat to Cool Down?

In the absence of an efficient cooling system, dogs require special attention to fluctuating internal body temperatures. This is especially true during the hottest summer days, and even more so in dogs with dark fur coats, or thick double coats. Since they are covered with thousands of hair follicles, dogs sweat through their paws, nose, […]

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The Dreaded Reverse Sneeze: Pet Danger or No Big Deal?

The Dreaded Reverse Sneeze: Pet Danger or No Big Deal?

If you have never encountered a pet who is suffering from a reverse sneeze episode before, it can be pretty disconcerting. Is that dramatic display of snorting and gagging something to consider a pet emergency, though? Dupont Veterinary Clinic has the answers to your burning questions about the dreaded reverse sneeze. 

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Holiday Pet Safety In and Around the Home

Holiday Pet Safety In and Around the Home

It’s odd that the ways in which we celebrate the holidays are also responsible for negatively impacting pet health. Between the foods, guests, and routine disruptions, pets are inadvertently placed in the crosshairs. To counteract the effect that the seasonal holidays have on our ability to mitigate disaster, we offer this guide to holiday pet […]

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When It Comes to Avoiding Injury, Winter Paw Care Saves the Day 

When It Comes to Avoiding Injury, Winter Paw Care Saves the Day 

Many of our pets seem to act like they’re impervious to the negative effects of cold weather, but overexposure to ice, snow, and frigid ground conditions can have serious consequences. Similar to the defenses against scorching pavement in summertime, winter paw care takes our attention to a whole new level. Without a daily approach to […]

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