One of the ways many people are trying to save money these days is by purchasing generic medications instead of the name brand variety. It’s been a huge trend on the human side of medicine, and has also become a huge trend on the veterinary side of medicine. The use of generic drugs has saved
read moreSo you just got a kitten and you’ve heard that there are some things you need to do for your him/her to get off on the right foot. Food is the first thing you had to think about, and truth be told, you already bought a bag before you found this post. No problem. You
read moreWe’re taking one big step toward green living here at the Cuyahoga Falls Veterinary Clinic, and it’s in a way that most probably wouldn’t guess if they had 10 guesses. Let me describe what’s new. We’re all aware that death is a part of life, and most are aware that euthanasia is a part of
read moreThere’s a certain energy that comes from spending a week at Midwest Veterinary Conference and returning to the Clinic having heard about some of the latest advancements and developments in veterinary medicine. It’s particularly fun when cases present in the days following the convention that give us opportunities to put into practice what we’ve just
read moreDid you know that continuing education is a vital part of veterinary medicine? Each state’s requirements for their veterinarians are unique, but in Ohio, veterinarians must complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years in order to maintain a current license. In past years, our doctors have taken courses in ophthalmology, breeding management, surgery,
read moreSome questions and thoughts we’ve heard over the phone and in our examination rooms… Why is veterinary care so expensive? The cost of veterinary care is ultimately determined by each pet’s owner. The definition of “expensive” varies greatly from person to person, and the idea of what constitutes “acceptable care” is unique to each pet
read moreIt’s time for our next installment of Frequently Googled Questions! In case you missed them, here are the links for the First and Second episodes. Before we officially get started with #3, though, I want to make a comment about Dr. Google. While researching on the internet, please do not come to the conclusion that
read moreWhile May was National Trauma Awareness Month, the American Trauma Society will probably not be upset with us if we bring attention to the cause in August. And to show you right off the bat that the suggestions that are given below are very do-able, I’ve enlisted Raj to show how happy dogs can be
read moreI recently had the opportunity to talk with Jeff Marginean, author and host of My Buddy Butch, about the recent survey by Pfizer Animal Health’s Veterinarians Against Canine Obesity and some of the important points associated with identifying, treating and managing the disease of obesity. The interview will air on July 21 & 22 on
read moreSo where should people turn if they want to help? It’s getting harder to tell the sheep from the wolves. Keep your money local, with people you can check up on. And, by all means, volunteer if you can. The animals you help personally will thank you themselves.
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