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Oh, Those Aching Hips - Hip Dysplasia and Hip Arthritis in Dogs

February 19, 2018 - 12:41pm

By Amy Plankenhorn, DVM

Winter, with its cold and damp weather, can be tough on arthritis sufferers. But for animals with arthritis, any time of the year can bring pain and stiffness. While cats definitely can have arthritis, today we're going to focus on hip dysplasia and hip arthritis in dogs.

What exactly is arthritis?

By definition, arthritis means painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints. When we talk about "arthritis," we're usually thinking about osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, which occurs when there is a breakdown in the normal...

Wishing you a Happy New Year as we enter in to 2018!

January 15, 2018 - 5:53pm

The start of a new year brings excitement for new possibilities and a time of feeling refreshed. First we want take a moment to remember some wonderful moments of 2017.

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Thank You for Your Pet Food Donations!

January 15, 2018 - 1:46pm

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Winter Toxicities

January 15, 2018 - 12:14pm

By Dr. Kasandra Garner

Antifreeze poisoning is one of the most common types of poisoning that occurs in pets. Ethylene glycol is the main ingredient in most antifreeze products, and it has a sweet flavor that appeals to pets. Since 2012, manufacturers have added a bittering agent to antifreeze to help decrease its appeal, but owners should still be aware of the risks of antifreeze ingestion. Only a few tablespoons can be life threatening to a medium sized dog. Most of the time pets are exposed to antifreeze when the owner is unaware that they have a leak in the radiator, and the...

Happy Holidays from Our Families To Yours!

December 18, 2017 - 6:48pm

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Our 2017 Holiday Pet Food Drive

December 18, 2017 - 4:24pm

The holiday season is a time to spend with family and friends. It is a time of giving and goodwill to others. While most of us are lucky to have family, friends and loved ones, there are many in our community that do not have a family to call their own, and homeless animals that could use a little holiday cheer. We are so lucky and proud to live in a community with a big heart. Please help us spread some holiday joy by donating food, new or gently used toys and bedding, or a monetary donation for animals in need.

We have chosen 3 outstanding groups for the wonderful work they do...

Congratulations to our Canine Graduates!

December 18, 2017 - 2:04pm

AHNA was proud to host Saturday training classes by Jenny White, CPDT-KA of Dog-Ed, throughout the year. During these classes the canine students and their families learned a variety of skills and basic manners. Students began with Jenny’s Free Help Session called Unleash the Possibilities, which teaches the basics of how canines learn and how to use this information during training. The next step was the Concentration class, which taught families and canines how to focus despite distractions. Additional class topics varied from politely walking on leash, creating an "on" and "off" switch...

Caring Pet Loss and Grief Support Group Meetup

December 18, 2017 - 11:43am

Losing a pet friend and companion can be heartbreaking. Whether it is a sudden or planned goodbye, it is an emotional time. We understand the strength and specialness of the animal – human bond. Four Seasons Bereavement Support is hosting a Free Pet Loss and Grief Support Group the first Tuesday of each month. This group is for anyone who is grieving the loss of an animal companion and needs further support.

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Linear Foreign Bodies in Cats

December 18, 2017 - 11:03am

By CriticalCareDVM

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, homes around the world will begin to decorate using materials like tinsel and handmade macaroni garland on twine. Folks will make personalized gifts liked hand-knitted clothing. These materials – tinsel, twine, yarn, string – are all very enticing to our feline friends. Yet if ingested, they can create a potentially deadly predicament called a linear foreign. To help raise awareness of this issue, I’ve dedicated some time this week to sharing information about...

Pet Help Sessions and Classes - January 2018

December 5, 2017 - 2:52pm

Click on one of the links below to select the class you would like more information on:

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