by clinicadmin | Mar 7, 2013 | Latest News, Medicine, Things You Should Know
This column was written by our guest columnist, Sarah Sheckels, DVM Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by Borrelia burgdorfei; spread when a tick ingests blood from an infected animal, drops off. then bites a new host; regurgitating blood from the previous...
by clinicadmin | Mar 7, 2013 | Fun Facts, Latest News
If you’ve tried to get into the Food Mart at 725 Quaker Lane, hopefully you weren’t too disappointed to see that Greenwich Valley Vet Clinic expanded in to that space. We started in the fall and it was a learning experience for all. Dr Nelson’s...
by clinicadmin | Mar 4, 2013 | Latest News, Things You Should Know
At this time of year, there is very little, if any, ice that is safe to walk on. On Saturday, 2 Pugs walked out on to the ice, and 1 fell through. Pugs are not known for their stamina or their ability to swim. The Pug that fell through had to be rescued by the Warwick...
by clinicadmin | Feb 25, 2013 | Behavior, Things You Should Know
There are lots of myths surrounding babies and pets. Expecting your first child is a very exciting time, but preparations must be made ahead, giving your cat or dog time to adjust to the idea. In a large percentage of American families, the pet was in the house before...
by clinicadmin | Feb 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
Our lives are so fast paced and hectic these days, that we sometimes don’t realize our pets are subject to stress also. Long work days, little human interaction, and frequent comings and goings often leave the pets in the house as the “low man on the totem...
by clinicadmin | Feb 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
In the fall of 2012, the Companion Animal Parasite Council(CAPC) issued their Parasite Forecast for Lyme disease. Along with the Centers for Disease Control, CAPC predicts more cases of Lyme disease being diagnosed than ever before. The cold, stormy Rhode Island...
by clinicadmin | Feb 20, 2013 | Uncategorized
There was an interesting article in the Providence Journal this past Sunday. The commentary was drafted by Alisa Mullins, a writer for PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). Although PETA sometimes has very polarizing opinions, this article provided food...
by clinicadmin | Feb 12, 2013 | Latest News, Things You Should Know
We are carrying a new flea and tick product, “Seresto.” Seresto is a collar that provides 8 month flea and tick control. It has sustained released technology, killing fleas on dogs or cats within 24 hours. It repels ticks, reducing the risk of tick born...
by clinicadmin | Feb 12, 2013 | Fun Facts, Latest News
Congratulations Simon Shoestring Nelson, Norfolk Terrier, for taking Winner’s Dog at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show today. You are a superstar!!!!!!
by clinicadmin | Feb 8, 2013 | Fun Facts, Things You Should Know
Congratulations to Avalon’s Spring Cove Simon Eyes, AKA Dr Nelson’s beloved Simon Shoestring. As a 6 month old puppy, Simon got a 5 Point major at the Norfolk National Specialty. For those of us not embedded in the dog world, THAT’S A BIG...
