Blog Entries - 2013
Holiday Hazards!
Posted on: November 13, 2013
We at House Vets wish you much joy in this holiday season, and hope that you get a lot of quality time with friends, family, and pets. Please remember that all the changes that come with the holidays can also bring dangers in for our four-legged
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Trick or Treat!
Posted on: October 30, 2013
If your dog could have his way, your Trick-or-Treat bag would be in trouble! Most dogs, just like people, are all too eager to eat when it comes to food that isn't so healthy. Unfortunately, a lot of owners make the problem worse by sharing their own bad
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On a Mission to Lose Weight?
Posted on: October 17, 2013
So your pet is overweight, and you're looking for the best diet? We can help you find one. In animals, just as in people, the main factor in weight gain or loss is the difference between the calories consumed and the calories burned. Decreased caloric intake
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Deciphering pet food labels
Posted on: October 2, 2013
With so many options available to feed your furry friends, how can we use the food label to make more informed choices?
All pet food is required by the FDA to be safe to eat, produced under sanitary conditions, contain no harmful substances, and be
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Free (and quality) Vaccines for Life!
Posted on: September 25, 2013
We all understand the importance of annual physical examinations to check for any health changes in your pet, and keeping their vaccinations up to date. Many people will go to a vaccine clinic or switch from vet to vet looking for the best price, but are all
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Cattitude!
Posted on: September 11, 2013
Anyone who has ever met a cat can tell you that they are very special creatures. They are smart, independent, and extremely observant. Sometimes they are so sensitive to their environment that the slightest changes can cause incredible stress, and this can
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A Day at the Park
Posted on: August 28, 2013
The dog park--wild, fun times, or frightening free-for-all? It depends on who you ask.
There are a wide variety of dog parks out there. Some are fenced yards that are freely available to the public. Others require registration, a temperament test, vaccine
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Train to be perfect!
Posted on: August 21, 2013
They say that you can't teach an old dog new tricks. That is just not true! Dogs, as well as cats, are able to learn throughout their lives.
Cats can be trained to do many activities, including sitting, rolling over, fetching, and doing agility obstacle
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Those few extra pounds...
Posted on: August 15, 2013
Obesity is a wide-spread problem in our country today, and, sadly, it is affecting our pets, too. In a recent study by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 52.5% of dogs and 58.3% of cats are either overweight or obese. An overweight or obese pet will
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Got the Itch to Scratch?
Posted on: August 7, 2013
I can tell you from personal experience, listening to a dog jingle his collar from itching all night makes for a very sad dog and a very sad (and very tired) owner. Why do so many dogs feel itchy?
There are a lot of reasons our furry friends feel pruritic,
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Protect your pets against heartworm!
Posted on: July 31, 2013
Many dog owners know that their dog needs a blood test for heartworm every year, and is supposed to take a monthly pill for prevention. Often, cat owners don’t realize that this is also an important disease in cats. But how much do you know
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The amazing jumping flea!
Posted on: July 24, 2013
Fleas! Anyone who has ever had the misery of meeting a flea knows that they usually have lots of company.
But, you say, my dog hardly ever goes outside, and my cat never goes outside; how did they get fleas?! Fleas are sneaky creatures, and
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Canine Leptosporosis
Posted on: July 18, 2013
Swimming is a great summer activity for dogs--it is a low-impact and cool way to stay fit and burn off some energy. If your dog swims in or drinks out of water sources that can be accessed by other animals, you should be aware of the danger of
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Summer travel with your best friends!
Posted on: July 12, 2013
Traveling is exciting, and bringing our furry friends along should make it more fun, not more stressful. Whether you’re going by car or by airplane, being prepared can lead to a smooth, enjoyable traveling experience.
In the car, bring along some
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Heat Wave!
Posted on: July 3, 2013
It’s summer time! This is the time to play outside and have fun! We do have to be careful with our furry friends, though, because they can overheat very easily. They have a built-in fur coat, and can’t sweat except for glands on
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Coping with Noise Phobias
Posted on: June 26, 2013
Have you ever been caught off guard by a loud noise—you jump a little and feel your heart rate increase, and then relax again once you realize what happened? Everyone can be a little startled by a loud noise, but some dogs can have crippling fears
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June Activities at HVHP
Posted on: June 25, 2013
PET FIELD DAY FOR FIT CLUBBERS!!
We thought it would be fun to have a field day of contest and competition for our daycare dogs. So we will be holding these energetic events throughout the day on Friday 28th where Fit Clubbers can compete and win
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Doggie bath time!
Posted on: June 19, 2013
Who doesn’t love a good dog bath? Bath tub full of hair, squirmy wet dog, and that wet dog smell! Luckily, healthy pets don’t need to bathe as often as we do. In fact, bathing more than every few weeks on a regular basis can dry
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JUNE EVENTS and ACTIVITES
Posted on: June 19, 2013
JUNE 7: Arts and Crafts 3pm (Kids make luggage tags)
JUNE 14: Arts and Crafts 12pm (Learn how to make PUPsicles)
JUNE 20: NEW CLIENTS: FREE day of fit club to new dogs (must be fully vaccinated and flea free)
JUNE 21: Wine, Cheese and dress your pet
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Come socialize and stay cool in Fit Club!
Posted on: June 12, 2013
Socialization, whether we’re talking about animals or people, is extremely important for emotional and physical well-being. Dogs are naturally social animals, living in packs in the wild, and they generally enjoy the company of other dogs.
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Are you ready for summer boarding?
Posted on: June 6, 2013
Ready to hit the road for your summer vacation? Everything is packed (don’t forget the suntan lotion!), and all that’s left is to drop the dog and cat off at House Vets for House Pets for their boarding stay while you are out of
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Open House!
Posted on: April 19, 2013
Mark your calendars! We will be holding our Open House on Saturday, May 18th, from 1 to 3 pm. Come in and tour the hospital, enjoy some snacks, enter our raffle for great prizes, and learn about what we do in our interactive stations--kids can
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Spring is in the air
Posted on: March 31, 2013
I don't know about you, but the very hint of spring makes me want to CLEAN! Having a three dog, two teen family makes housekeeping a constant battle. Here are some great spring cleaning tips that I hope you enjoy.
A great way to recycle dog
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Fit Club hours have expanded
Posted on: March 20, 2013
We now offer extended hours for our Fit Club (aka Doggie Daycare). We will be open Monday through Friday from 7am-7pm! So you are able to drop off earlier and pickup later!
We hope our expanded hours will benefit our customers needs and allow them more flexibility. Please tell a friend and join us....we would love to have you!
Welcome Dr. Talaga to House Vets for House Pets!
Posted on: March 10, 2013
I am very pleased to announce a new addition to the HVHP family, Dr. Emily Talaga! I have been a solo practitioner for over 10 years now. The practice has grown from a handful of house call clients to thousands city-wide. When we started to
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