Pet Information in West Lafayette

Most people and pets do not like trimming nails. But for the health of your pet (especially dogs), it must be done, and should be done frequently enough to keep the nails short. Nails that are too long are at risk of being torn off. It can also cause reduced traction,...

Many times we take for granted that past diseases are controlled in our current generation.  One of these past diseases is rabies.  Although it is rarely heard about, it does still exist in the United States and more so in other areas of the world.  This disease is...

A common problem encountered in some dogs and occasionally cats is scooting. The animal may scoot their rear end on the ground and lick incessantly to the point of creating dermal injury to the area. There can be several causes for this behavior. The first questioned...

Dental disease can lead to many other health concerns including: heart disease, respiratory issues, kidney disease, among many others. While routine sedated oral exams and cleanings are an important part of our pet’s oral heath, there are several things that you can...

Many of our older furry friends suffer from osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease of the joints, most often affects knees and hips.  Early detection can help slow the progression of the disease and the pain that comes with it.  Detecting arthritis most commonly...

Osteoarthritis (OA) is an intricate ailment where one or more joints become inflamed and/or break down, causing pain and alterations to daily life. Approximate 60% of cats over the age of 6 and 90% of cats over the age of 12 are affected by OA. OA is multidimensional...

Hi all! I was talking to some friends of mine the other day about my day at work. As we chatted, it dawned on me that what a technician actually does in the clinic is a bit of a mystery to the outside world. It is even different from clinic to clinic and definitely...

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