by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Nov 24, 2017 | Animal Care, Blog
Dog ownership comes with many wonderful benefits. Not only will you have a best friend of life, but there are also a whole host of health benefits that you can enjoy. Many studies have shown that spending time with your canine companion can reduce your stress, lower...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Oct 25, 2017 | Animal Care, Blog
Everyday emergencies often occur when we least expect them, and creating an emergency plan can help keep you and your family calm and know what action to take if the unthinkable does arise. They can also be extremely beneficial if you live in an area at higher risk of...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Apr 2, 2017 | Animal Care, Blog
Ben Franklin said, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” I think in vet med it should read “Weekly ear cleaning keeps the doctor away.” Ear cleaning when done properly, can prevent painful ear infections. But it must be done properly. If it is done incorrectly or...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Mar 25, 2017 | Animal Care, Blog
The human-animal bond is very strong. They comfort us, protect us and live for us. We in return, have dog metaphors throughout our language. Just think about all the ways the four-legged canine animal came into our language. The word dog can be used with business,...
by Dr. M.J. Wixsom | Feb 19, 2017 | Animal Care, Blog
February is dental health month. Many clinics will try to do a whole bunch of dental cleanings this month, but we (and more and more veterinarians) have moved well beyond that. Dentistry is a year-round problem. Dental care is much more important than we thought...
