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The Dog Days of Summer: How To Keep Yours Cool

Date: May 31, 2018
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We all know how hot southern summers can be, and we especially know how essential “cool down time” is once the temperatures reach 90+ with humidity. If you have a dog, it’s important to remember that you’re not the only…

Summertime Noises: How To Ease Your Dog’s Anxiety

Date: May 14, 2018
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Dog owners love summer and the beautiful weather is provides because it means more adventuring with their best friend(s). Warmer weather means more walks, more hiking, more swims, and more outdoor seating at dog-friendly bars and restaurants. However, warmer weather…

Grooming: It’s More Than A Hot Bath

Date: April 24, 2018
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Everyone loves a freshly groomed pet. There’s nothing better than snuggling up with your kitty or puppy after a haircut and a wonderful-smelling bath. However, we often fail to remember that having your pet professionally groomed regularly does so much…

Canine & Feline Tick Prevention

Date: April 17, 2018
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The warmer weather is slowly but surely approaching, and you know what that means, tick season! Unfortunately, while we are happily enjoying the sunshine and beautiful temperatures after a long winter, so are the ticks, and not only are they…

IVC’s Annual Derby Event

Date: March 20, 2018
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It’s that time of year again! Independence Veterinary Clinic will be hosting our annual Derby event on Saturday, May 5th from 1 to 5pm. Stop by in your finest Derby attire to partake in a variety of fun activities, ranging…

Adopt Don’t Shop

Date: February 21, 2018
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We’ve all heard the phrase, “adopt don’t shop,” especially in recent years where the movement to rescue has truly taken flight. One of the many reasons behind the overabundance of shelter animals today is the fact that people remain uneducated.…

Declawing Your Cat: Here are the Alternatives

Date: February 13, 2018
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This past fall, the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) revised their position statement on the declawing of cats. The Association opened their statement by exclaiming, “The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) strongly opposes declawing (onychectomy) as an elective…

Socialization 101 for Puppies & Kittens

Date: January 29, 2018
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Recently IVC has been receiving several puppies and kittens as new patients. Adding a furry friend to your family is a wonderful blessing but must be done correctly. Just like a newborn baby must learn how to live and behave…

Mardi Gras Feb. 6-13

Date: January 17, 2018
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Dogercise: Keeping Your Dog Fit This Winter

Date: January 10, 2018
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We all know that when the cold weather strikes every year, it becomes very difficult to remain active with your dogs. Whether you’re trying to protect your furry friend from the chilly temperatures or you simply don’t want to endure…

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