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Toxic Substances for Pets

Date: August 5, 2021
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Did you know the ingestion of toxic food and household products is the leading cause of poisoning in your pets? As pet owners, some of us love to share our meals with our fur babies. However, dogs and cats do NOT have…

Detailed Information on Separation Anxiety in Dogs

Date: July 12, 2021
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Is your dog destructive or disruptive when left alone? He or she may be suffering from separation anxiety. It’s one of the most common concerns of pet owners and affects over 13 million dogs just in the US. As loving…

Parasites and Your Pets

Date: June 28, 2021
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It is our responsibility as pet owners to keep our dogs and cats protected from parasites. Taking a proactive approach towards prevention will not only benefit your pet’s health, but it can also save the pet owner a lot of…

Heatstroke in Pets

Date: June 21, 2021
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As the temperatures and humidity levels rise, veterinary hospitals and clinics are seeing more and more, cases of heatstroke (hyperthermia) in pets. In dogs, the body temperature rises to such a level, that they are unable to release the heat,…

Tips on How to Safely Enjoy the Warm Weather With Your Pets

Date: May 26, 2021
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As we enjoy the warmer weather and spend more time outdoors, we will likely be taking our dogs along on our escapades. However, hot weather can pose a few dangers to our pets. Here are a few tips to keep…

Why Does My Cat…?

Date: April 22, 2021
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Have you ever wondered, “Why does my cat do that?” Whether it’s scratching furniture, running around like a maniac at night, making weird noises, or something else, we know the list could go on and on. So why DOES your…

HealingPups: Canine Rehabilitation

Date: April 14, 2021
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At Independence Veterinary Clinic, we treat your pets like family and just like you, we want them to live the best and longest life possible! When you bring your pup to visit us, you can be sure it’s getting the…

HealingPups: Canine Rehabilitation

Date: April 14, 2021
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At Independence Veterinary Clinic, we treat your pets like family and just like you, we want them to live the best and longest life possible! When you bring your pup to visit us, you can be sure it’s getting the…

Annual Wellness Visits for Cats and Dogs

Date: March 23, 2021
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Just like humans should receive an annual physical from their doctor, so should cats and dogs! At Independence Veterinary Clinic, we recommend annual and semi-annual (2x a year) wellness exams for our patients depending on your pet’s age and needs.…

Kennel Cough in Dogs

Date: March 11, 2021
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Is your dog hacking constantly to the point of sounding like they’re gagging or choking? It’s possible that your dog has contracted kennel cough. Catching Kennel Cough In order for a dog to catch kennel cough, they have to inhale…

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