What to Expect When You’re Expecting a Pet Dental Visit

What to Expect When You’re Expecting a Pet Dental Visit

Dental hygiene is always important, which is why dentists recommend we brush our teeth at least twice a day. However, what about our pets? They have teeth and gums too, which can develop plaque, gingivitis, and other oral problems. Step One: Preparation Before your vet can clean your petโ€™s teeth, they need to know whatโ€™s […]

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At Home Pet Euthanasia: FAQs You Should Know

At Home Pet Euthanasia: FAQs You Should Know

Nothing can take the stress and sadness away from having a terminally ill, injured, or aging pet who has reached the end of his or her life. Knowing what to expect during your pet’s final days and having the power to mitigate your pet’s suffering, however, can help.

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Caring for Your Pets Paws in Winter

Caring for Your Pets Paws in Winter

Imagine what your feet would feel like if you had to walk outside barefoot during the winter. This is the case for our pets’ paws, and although their paw pads are pretty tough, they can become raw, chapped, cracked, and painful during the winter

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How to Introduce a New Pet Into Your Home

How to Introduce a New Pet Into Your Home

The first few days with your new pet are essential to ensuring they fit in and will feel happy and safe in their new home.

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Common Causes of Pet Joint Pain

Common Causes of Pet Joint Pain

When a pet has joint pain, it can be highly stressful for the people who care for them. Watching your pet struggle to get comfortable and lose interest in his or her favorite playtime activities is tough.

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Blood Work: Why Young, Healthy Pets Can Benefit

Blood Work: Why Young, Healthy Pets Can Benefit

When your sick pet has a veterinary appointment, you probably already expect that they will have a blood test or other lab work done. Laboratory testing helps our veterinarians diagnose the underlying cause of the pet’s illness and provide safe and effective treatment.

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Simple Tips for Traveling Well With Your Pet

Simple Tips for Traveling Well With Your Pet

If you do plan to travel with your pet, we recommend considering the following tips to ensure you and your pet have a fun and safe time away.

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Is Tap Water Safe for My Pet?

Is Tap Water Safe for My Pet?

Generally speaking, if your tap water is safe enough for you to drink, then it should be okay for your pets, too. If you don’t drink your tap water, however, then your pets shouldn’t drink it either.

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Emergency/Disaster Preparedness with Pets

Emergency/Disaster Preparedness with Pets

The 2021 hurricane season has begun, and now is the time to start thinking about your emergency preparedness plan. When you’re stocking up on your emergency supplies and considering a potential evacuation plan, our veterinarians with Capital Home Veterinary Care want to remind you to remember that your pets need a plan, too!

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What to Do About Your Pet’s Seasonal Allergies

What to Do About Your Pet’s Seasonal Allergies

Just like some people get the sniffles from springtime and summer pollen or mold spores in the autumn, dogs and cats can suffer from seasonal allergies, too. If you notice your pet experiencing symptoms of allergies during a particular time of the year, then your dog or cat might have seasonal allergies.

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