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Parasite Treatment
Most people think that all parasites live on the inside of their pet. Though this is true for some, there are a lot of parasites that live on the outside of your pet too. Possible parasites include; fleas, ticks and ear mites. What can you do to prevent your fur baby from getting these pesky […]
Spring has arrived at McLean Vet!
Yay! The summer weather has arrived after a very long winter! We certainly made the most of the colder weather here at McLean Animal Hospital. We had a wonderful Dental Awareness Months for our clients and patients earlier in the year. We of course still focus greatly on the oral care of our furry […]
What is Heartworm Disease?
What is heartworm disease? Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition caused by infection with the Dirofilaria immitis parasite. Parasitic larvae are transmitted through the bite of a mosquito carrying the infective stage of heartworm. Heartworms mature and migrate throughout the body, eventually inhabiting the arteries of the lungs and the right side […]
Lumps and Bumps and Tumours, Oh My!
Written by Dr. Sean Colyer You’re petting your precious pet, cat or dog, and you notice a lump on his side, or maybe her leg, or his head! You’ve never noticed that before! Is it nothing? It is cancer? What do you do?! Lumps and bumps are relatively common findings for us vets here at […]
