Every dog owner should recognize the need for routine veterinary care for their pet. In the first year, puppies need vaccines and wellness checks. They ideally should be spayed or neutered at a young age as well, after their sets of vaccines are finished. Following the first year, dogs should get regular checkups, dental cleanings, […]
Author Archives: 1st Pet Veterinary Centers
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Nov
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Thanks to modern feline lifestyles and diets, the life expectancy of cats has increased in the past 50 years. One-fifth of cats in the U.S. are over 11 years old. Board-certified veterinary internists take some of the credit for extending cat lives. Learn about the many ways internal medicine specialists help your cat through all […]
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Obesity is on the rise in the United States, and public health officials and doctors are trying their best to educate and help people stay in shape so they can live longer, healthier, happier lives. However, humans aren’t the only ones that can be overweight or obese. About 56 percent of all dogs in the […]
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Your pet is part of your family. When your beloved animal companion has an emergency, you need to know what to do so you can get your pet the care he or she needs quickly. However, you can also learn how to prevent an emergency from happening in the first place. Learn four tips on […]
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Last Saturday, August 25th, was an exciting day at our newly relocated North Valley Hospital. We held an Open House to celebrate our new state-of-the art 11,300 sq. ft. facility. With the move we expanded from 6 exam rooms to 14 fabulous Pet Care Suites with see through aquariums, or windows to the outside of […]
Cats have a great capacity to be loving and dedicated companion animals. Unfortunately, some cats develop behavioral problems and exhibit aggressive behavior. The good news is that there is hope for any feline companion. Consider these tips to manage your cat’s aggressive behavior. Examine the Cause of Your Cat’s Bad Behaviors If your cat is […]