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Dangers of Chocolate

10/21/2020

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Halloween is drawing ever closer, and with all that candy and chocolate stacking up, it's tempting to give your furry friends a small taste. Our advise: DON'T! Not unless you want Agatha Christie to write a new "Death by Chocolate" murder mystery for your lovable puppy. 
If your puppy should get into trouble (they're always putting their noses where the shouldn't, the darn things), here is some information on what to do for your silly dog to save them from this deadly treat.

Stay safe this spooky season!
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Pet Disaster Plan

10/2/2020

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With all the forest fires, hurricanes, and other natural disasters that happen here in the United States, it's important to have a pet disaster plan in place. We all love our pets, and we want to save them in times of trouble like we would any other family member, which is why it's best to be prepare. We've attached a veterinary approved disaster plan for our customers to use to help prepare their own pet disaster plan which is appropriate for state they live in. 
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Importance of Exercise for Aging Pets

9/4/2020

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Written by Hayley Smith

​As humans age, our doctors are constantly pushing us to watch our diet, continue to be active and try and keep excess weight off. Our joints, mental health, cardiac health and general wellbeing decline rapidly the more we age if we live an unhealthy lifestyle and dont take care. So, my question is this: Why does it seem to be so different for our pets?
​After being in the veterinary field for 7+ years, I can confidently tell you that a large portion of the senior pets we see are overweight and suffering from some form of arthritic/joint discomfort that is exacerbated by the excess pounds. In most cases, it seems that senior pet parents simply do not know how to care for their senior pet as they continue to age. So, what do we do?
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I have utilized several tactics to keep my senior furbabies active and healthy over the years. One of my favorite options is swimming or hydrotherapy. While the buoyancy of the water reduces stress on joints, it also helps your pet keep the weight off and greatly improves their mental health. Little daily activities like cramming in that extra 15 minutes for a walk, scent training and tracking for treats or throwing the ball can make all the difference. Just remember, small steps are better than no steps leading to a longer, stronger and healthier senior life.
If you are interested in starting an exercise program for your dog, you can follow the links:
Paws Aquatics Water Sports and Rehab
Healing Arts: Animal Care

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Heartworm Awareness

8/4/2020

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A few years ago, Dr. Healey was interviewed back in April 2018 about the rise of Heartworm disease in Oregon. Today, it is still a concern for pets in the Oregon area. On average, 6 to 25 cases of Heartworm disease have been found in the state of Orego, which is why it is important to visit your pet for yearly testing and to give your pet monthly preventatives all year round.
As there are more than a million cases of Heartworm disease in the United States alone, it is important to educate yourself on this deadly disease. A great resource to use is the American Heartworm Society (AHS), which you can find by clicking on this link. You can also watch this video provided by the AHS to learn the basics of Heartworm and how it is spread. 
To see Dr. Healey's interview on KATU, follow this link to view the full story.
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COVID-19

7/27/2020

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During the course of the pandemic, we expect to maintain regular business hours and see and treat patients as usual. This includes preventive care, dental care, surgery, illness and urgent/emergency care.
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In order to do this safely, we have updated our already strict cleanliness standards, and implemented new options for clients to maintain social distancing practices. We are working with our talented staff to innovate ideas that support you and them during this unprecedented time.
If you are new to Hillsboro Veterinary Clinic, we suggest you take a look at our COVID-19 page to learn what we need to do to protect you and your pet when visiting the pet.
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Hillsboro Veterinary Clinic
142 S.W. Baseline St.
Hillsboro, OR 97123
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