http://www.adaanimal.com Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:26:47 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en An article written by our very own Dr. Wayne Loertscher for Pet Friendly Magazine. Q: Do you stop vaccinating your dog and at what age? I have an elderly dog. She is strictly indoor dog with the exception of sitting on the back patio in the sun during the summer months. ... http://www.adaanimal.com/monthly-tips/ask-a-vet For most pet owners, dogs and cats are more than just animals. They offer comfort during life's challenges, friendship during the good times, and almost always serve as a reminder to enjoy the simple things in life. And over the years - perhaps most importantly - pets become family. This ... http://www.adaanimal.com/monthly-tips/annual-diagnostic-testing Among the illnesses that affect our pets, few are better known than heartworm disease. And for good reason; it is potentially life threatening to our pets. But do you truly understand all aspects of the disease - and how to prevent it? Here are some things that you may not ... http://www.adaanimal.com//the-truth-about-heartworms As the weather warms up and flowers start to bloom parasites are on the move.  Larvae begin to hatch, fleas begin to jump, and mosquitoes are on the move putting your family and pets at risk. Which means now is the time to protect pets against heartworm, intestinal parasites and ... http://www.adaanimal.com//time-for-parasite-prevention That's right and to celebrate we are giving you 10% off you spay or neuter bill. Although the timing of having your pet spayed or neutered can vary, we encourage you to have your pet fixed. Having your pet spayed or neutered not only cuts down on the over abundance ... http://www.adaanimal.com/monthly-tips/march-is-spay-neuter-month Have you looked inside of your pet's mouth lately? It seems like an odd thing to do, but it's a huge step towards proper pet healthcare. Oral disease is the most commonly diagnosed problem in patients of small animal hospitals. Studies show that as many as 80% of dogs and ... http://www.adaanimal.com/monthly-tips/dental-month Imagine not going to the doctor for 7 years! That is what happens when your pet goes 1 year without seeing a doctor. It is important for your pet to see the vet regularly, but it is critical for your senior pet to see the doctor at least ... http://www.adaanimal.com//senior-pet-month What is parvovirus? Parvovirus is a highly contagious virus transmitted in the feces.  All dogs are susceptible but puppies are most likely to be affected. Is it treatable? Parvo cases can have a high success rate of treatment if treatment is initiated early on in the disease process.  However, the cost ranges anywhere ... http://www.adaanimal.com//increase-in-cases-of-parvovirus-in-treasure-valley Generally speaking people food is not the greatest for pets, but did you know that there are some foods that can cause major health problems for your pet. Food Items that Could Cause Problems: Alcoholic Beverages Chocolate (baker's, semi-sweet or milk chocolate):  the amount of damage is determined by the size of ... http://www.adaanimal.com/monthly-tips/dangerous-foods Dental disease is the most common health issue among dogs and cats that we see on a daily basis. 85% of all dogs over 3 years of age have some degree of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease begins with plaque that causes inflammation and active or inactive destruction of ... http://www.adaanimal.com/monthly-tips/periodantal-disease