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Never remove a foreign body (needle, nail, etc.) yourself.

Reminder:  Never remove a foreign body (needle, nail, etc.) yourself.  It’s best to be sure exactly where it went and what might happen once it is removed first…. you might do more harm that good!  Go get help. Knitting needle punctures puppy’s heart It is certainly a happy new year for a black, white and […]

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Large Animal Parasite Control

Large Animal Parasite Control by Ben J. Character, DVM Internal parasites can cause significant weight loss in grazing animals during the lean winter months.  Now is the time to institute a deworming program to address this problem. Most parasites in Alabama choose the mild climate of spring and fall to emerge from their hibernation and […]

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Equine Breeding

Equine Breeding by Ben J. Character, DVM Even as this article is being posted, the equine breeding season is revving up.  May and June are the prime months for the natural cycle of the mare.  Most mares will be at their best for accepting and maintaining a conception during this time. Most mares spend January, […]

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IVDD: Intervertebral Disc Disease

IVDD: Intervertebral Disc Disease by Ben J. Character, DVM Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a condition that can affect any animal, but is more common in small dogs.  The major predisposing factor for IVDD is body conformation.  Small dogs with a conformation of long bodies and short legs are prone to IVDD.  IVDD is commonly […]

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Common Eye Problems

Common Eye Problems by Ben J. Character, DVM The eyes are important sensory organs of domestic animals.  There are many common problems that can effect their function. Here are a few to watch for in your furry friend:  Foreign Object in Eye: During summer and fall, seeds of many different types can become lodged under […]

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Heartworm Disease

by Ben J. Character, DVM Heartworm disease is a common cause of sickness and death for our pets.  Heartworms are a type of parasite that live in the heart and great vessels that are associated with the heart.  Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes that deposit the larvae when they feed.  These larvae then migrate to […]

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