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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When to Call the Vet for a Suspected Snake Bite

When to Call the Vet for a Suspected Snake Bite

Summer means the weather is warm enough for snakes to come out and enjoy the sunshine, which can be a problem for your pet.  Here in Indiana, we have four venomous snake species in the entire state: copperheads, cottonmouths, eastern massasauga rattlesnakes, and timber rattlesnakes. In Fort Wayne, your pet is more likely to run […]

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Adventure Calls! What You Need to Know About Camping with Pets

Adventure Calls! What You Need to Know About Camping with Pets

Camping is a beloved summer activity for many families, and Indiana is home to a wide variety of scenic spots to pitch your tent. Including the family pet can make the experience even more memorable. After all, who doesn’t relish the sight of a happy pup frolicking through the woods or along the lakeshore? Camping […]

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Dogs Eat Grass For All Sorts of Reasons, But Should They?

Dogs Eat Grass For All Sorts of Reasons, But Should They?

Since dogs explore the world around them through their nose and mouth, it makes sense that they try to taste as much as they can. Socks, table food, feces, and more round out the canine palette. Some of their choices are, well, less than “choice,” but as long as they aren’t harmed by their explorations, […]

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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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A Growing Concern: Heartworm Disease in Pets

A Growing Concern: Heartworm Disease in Pets

The winter thaw is on the horizon, and as we move toward the warmer weather of spring we’re preparing for a new season of creeping, crawling, and flying bugs. Of these, perhaps the most annoying, and potentially deadly, is the mosquito. With their bite, mosquitoes can transmit a dangerous parasite to pets known as heartworm. […]

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How To Remove A Tick – And 4 Ways Not To

How To Remove A Tick – And 4 Ways Not To

It’s tick season here in our neck of the woods, and although summer is winding down, the tick population is definitely not. If your pet spends a lot of time in the great outdoors, you probably know that ticks are a problem to be prepared for. But have you ever had to remove a tick […]

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How to Help If You Find A Stray Pet

How to Help If You Find A Stray Pet

Many of us have come across a wandering stray dog or cat and wondered what to do. If you find a stray pet, keep in mind that the animal may be lost and have loving owners frantically searching for him or her. If a pet has been lost for several weeks, they will be dirty, […]

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Chasing Away the Winter Blues: Activities for You and Your Pet

Chasing Away the Winter Blues: Activities for You and Your Pet

Through all of the hustle and bustle of the holidays, and well into the cold gray days of winter, it’s understandable that we get a little stir-crazy. This is also true for our pets. Cabin fever can set in without a little imagination and enrichment for indoor and cold weather activities. The Dupont Veterinary Clinic […]

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Explore the Outdoors! Tips for Camping with a Pet

Explore the Outdoors! Tips for Camping with a Pet

The dog days of summer can inspire us to escape to the great outdoors for some fresh air and fun. If you’re a nature-loving pet parent, camping with a pet might seem like the ultimate way to relax on a weekend. In preparing for such an excursion, you probably have a number of ‘must-haves’, like […]

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