Our Ruckersville veterinarians share helpful advice to keep your pets healthy and happy.

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Kitten's First Vet Visit: What to Expect

Kitten's First Vet Visit: What to Expect

So you have just brought home a little bundle of joy. Congratulations! But make sure you're scheduling your first veterinary appointment, as well as routine exams going forward. To help you prepare, our Ruckersville vets discuss what to expect at your kitten's first appointment.

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Tips & Advice On Dog Training

Tips & Advice On Dog Training

You're the proud new pet parent of a beautiful young puppy or rescue dog now it's up to you to start their training! Today, our Ruckersville vets share some of the best dog training advice to help get you started. 

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Cataract Surgery for Dogs

Cataract Surgery for Dogs

Cataracts can result in blurred vision and eventual blindness for your pooch, but surgery may be able to help to restore your dog's vision. Here, our Ruckersville vets share a little about what to expect when your dog goes in to have cataract surgery.

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ACL Surgery for Dogs

ACL Surgery for Dogs

The dog's cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is frequently referred to as the dog's ACL or 'cruciate'. This connective tissue joins the upper and lower leg bones at the dog's knee and may become injured. Today, our Ruckersville vets explain the three main ACL surgeries for dogs.  

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Why does my dog eat grass?

Why does my dog eat grass?

Our Ruckersville veterinarians are frequently asked why their dog continues to eat grass and whether it is safe. Today, we discuss why dogs eat grass and when you should be concerned.

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What should I say to someone who loses a pet?

What should I say to someone who loses a pet?

If you have ever had to say goodbye to a pet then you know how hard it can be. Pets are a part of the family and it can feel the same as losing a loved one. Our Ruckersville vets offer advice on what to say when someone you know loses a pet and a few other ways you can support them.

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Help, My Dog Ate Chewing Gum! Is that Dangerous?

Help, My Dog Ate Chewing Gum! Is that Dangerous?

Although your dog eating gum may not appear to be a problem, some chewing gums are toxic to dogs. Our Ruckersville veterinarians explain what to do if your dog eats gum.

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Why is my older dog losing weight?

Why is my older dog losing weight?

While we are normally concerned with our dogs becoming overweight, as they become older senior dogs some canines start to lose weight. Here, Our Ruckersville vets discuss weight loss in a senior dog and when you should be concerned.

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What cat breeds live the longest?

What cat breeds live the longest?

Although most cats live for 10-14 years or so on average, some breeds of cats do live longer than others. Today, our Ruckersville vets list some breeds of cats that tend to live longer lives so you can have your feline companion for many years to come.

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Should I get my dog vaccinated?

Should I get my dog vaccinated?

Annual vaccinations from our Ruckersville vets are typically far cheaper than paying to have your dog treated for the diseases these vaccines protect against. Here we share reasons why you should have your dog vaccinated and provide you with a handy schedule for your pup's shots.

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