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As our beloved pets get older their abilities to run, jump and even walk decrease. Their bones become weaker and may become arthritic. Some pets may experience dizziness which may cause them to fall and stumble. This may lead to accidents outside of the litter box, things being knocked over, and...
How to Help Your Aging Pet
As our beloved pets get older their abilities to run, jump and even walk decrease. Their bones become weaker and may become arthritic. Some pets may experience dizziness which may cause them to fall and stumble. This may lead to accidents outside of the litter box, things being knocked over, and...
Diabetes Mellitus in Our Pets
Diabetes mellitus is a complex metabolic disorder where the body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use the insulin it produces. When your pet ingests food, a portion is broken down into glucose, which is used by the body for energy. Insulin is required to transport glucose from...
Spring has sprung at McLean Animal Hospital!
Spring has Sprung, how exciting! What a long winter, now to enjoy the outdoors! For our pets, enjoying the outdoors also means parasites enjoying them! This is the time of year we see fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites. So what can you do to protect your furry friend? Please call...
5 Things Your Vet is Thinking in the Exam Room
Ever wonder what is going through your vet’s head when you’re in the exam room with them with your pet? The answer is: many things. Animal handling and safety, excellent client service, finances and costs, patient history, and of course medicine, are repeatedly circulating through our brains. It can be...
