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The Benefits of Microchipping

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August 1, 2018

Unfortunately, all pets run the risk of becoming separated from their owners. Even when you take certain precautions, sometimes situations go beyond your control and the unexpected can happen. Next thing you know, you’re hanging up “Lost” posters on community bulletin boards and driving around for hours in search of your pet. To increase their…

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Employee Spotlight: Jenny!

By Bonnie Ruszczyk
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July 26, 2018

At Total Veterinary Care®, we seek to fill our hospital teams with individuals who will uphold our core values of trustworthiness, professionalism, and quality care for the animals of our community. We think our team members are pretty amazing people, and we believe you will too when you hear their stories! We’ll be featuring a…

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Hair of the Dog (and Cat): What You Should Know About Pet Shedding

By Bonnie Ruszczyk
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July 18, 2018

Not a big fan of the hair your pet leaves behind on your clothes and furniture? You’re not alone. Every year millions of dollars and hours are spent trying to prevent shedding or clean up after it. If you’re looking for the secret to keeping your animal from shedding, then I have some bad news…

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Tips for Pet Fire Safety Plus a Free Emergency Alert Window Cling

By Bonnie Ruszczyk
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July 12, 2018

Show of hands: Who here has had something knocked over by the tail of an overly excited dog, or had to purchase a new power cord because your cat decided she just had to chew through it? It’s a pretty safe bet many of you have experienced these or similar scenarios courtesy of your four-legged…

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Fireworks and Pet Safety

By Bonnie Ruszczyk
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June 28, 2018

Let’s talk fireworks. While we, as humans, are likely to enjoy the bright colors and luminous display of fireworks, your pet will have a completely different experience. The Fourth of July, and any other occasion for launching fireworks, can be a terrifying and overwhelming time for your four-legged best friends. Dogs, especially, experience the…

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Canine Cough: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments & Other Facts

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June 4, 2018

Many dogs and puppies that are brought home from shelters and pet stores and even boarding facilities today can develop a cough, often referred to as “kennel cough”.  As a dog owner it is important for you to be aware of the facts of this disease process.   What is Kennel Cough?: This is also…

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The Basics of Pet Exercise

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May 8, 2018

Why Exercise your Pet? Dogs are naturally active animals.¹ For thousands of years, they’ve worked alongside their human counterparts by herding, hunting, and protecting. Even before they were domesticated, dogs spent the entirety of their days in an active search for food or defending their territory and pups. Today, however, there is a strong tendency for…

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Featured Employee: Cetta Overend

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April 23, 2018

At Total Veterinary Care, we strive to employ only those people who exemplify the characteristics that we hold dear.  A few of those are compassion, doing one’s best work every day, and loyalty. We think our team members are pretty amazing people, and we believe you will too when you hear their stories! We’ll be…

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Flea & Tick Products: What’s Available and What Should You Give Your Pet

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April 18, 2018

Despite their tiny, sesame seed-like appearance, fleas (as well as ticks) can put a damper on any pet’s summer. Known to carry diseases, cause skin irritation, and spread rapidly throughout your home, any emerging flea or tick problem should be dealt with immediately. If you would like to learn more about the threat of fleas…

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Protecting Your Pets from Fleas and Ticks

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April 3, 2018

The summer months bring temperate weather, longer days, and many opportunities for adventure. Unfortunately, this is also the time of year when outbreaks of external parasites, namely fleas and ticks, are most prevalent. In order to prepare, there are certain precautions which every pet-parent should take. FLEAS Best recognized as dark brown, sesame seed shaped…

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