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Monday, 29 August 2022 14:36

What is toad poisoning? ^Featured

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Toad poisoning occurs when a dog is exposed to toxins secreted by certain species of toads. In the Unites States, exposure to most toads causes only mild signs with licking or ingesting most toads resulting in drooling, vomiting and oral irritation.

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Tuesday, 15 March 2022 14:38

Collie Eye Anomaly

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Collie eye anomaly (CEA), also called “collie eye defect” is an inherited, developmental disease in dogs. Predisposed breeds include: Collies, Shetland sheepdogs, Australian shepherds, Border collies, Nova Scotia duck tolling retrieversIn CEA, there is a mutation of the gene that determines the development of the eye. This results in defects of many layers of the…

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Tuesday, 15 March 2022 14:34

What is pyoderma? ^Featured

Written by Ryan Llera, BSc, DVM

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Pyoderma is defined as a bacterial skin infection. Pyoderma may also be referred to as impetigo, especially in young puppies. The most common clinical signs associated with pyoderma are papules or pustules that form on the skin. These lesions often look similar to pimples in humans. They are most often red and raised, with a…

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Tuesday, 15 March 2022 09:26

Progesterone Testing for Mating and Parturition

Written by Angelika von Heimendahl,

Progesterone is the most important hormone in female dog reproduction. It is easy to test for and can be used to look at ovulation, parturition and other cyclical abnormalities. In order to interpret results one needs to be aware of the unique pattern of progesterone secretion in the bitch.

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Friday, 28 January 2022 13:20

Lotus Veterinary Hospital's Grand Opening ^Featured

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Lotus Veterinary Hospital - Urgent Mobile Dental and Surgical suite is celebrating the recent opening of its first Mobile service in Eastern Shore neighborhood of Salisbury.

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Tuesday, 18 January 2022 16:39

Pet Cremation and Burial ^Featured

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Deciding whether to choose pet cremation or burial is a deeply personal decision. Whether or not it is right for you, your family, and your pet will depend on many factors. Among these factors are your religious beliefs, your financial situation, your access to resources, and what you are comfortable with.

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Friday, 11 December 2020 11:07

Measuring quality of life ^Featured

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Preparing ahead for your pet’s passing might seem an odd thing to do. But for many, it helps to give comfort that you’ve covered all the bases for your pet, yourself and any family that are involved.

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Friday, 11 December 2020 11:02

After life body care ^Featured

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There are a number of after-life body care options (aftercare) for your pet following death. If you can, it’s best to explore these options in advance and make a decision before the day of your pet’s passing.

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Friday, 11 December 2020 11:00

The Euthanasia Procedure ^Featured

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If you have had a pet euthanased before you will have an awareness of what will happen during this procedure. If you have not, it is a good idea to read this section, so that you are aware of what will happen.

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Sunday, 25 October 2020 14:23

Aural (ear) Haematoma ^Featured

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An aural (ear) haematoma is a collection of blood or serum, and sometimes a blood clot within the pinna or ear flap. This blood collects under the skin and causes the ear flap to become thickened. The swelling may involve the entire ear flap or it may involve only a small area.

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Friday, 23 October 2020 17:11

Tapeworm Infection in Dogs ^Featured

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The Flea Tapeworms are flat, segmented intestinal parasites of the cat and dog. Tapeworms belong to the cestode family of intestinal worms. There are several types of tapeworms, but the most common tapeworm species observed in dogs is Dipylidium caninum.

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Wednesday, 06 May 2020 13:51

Idiopathic Vestibular Disease ^Featured

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Vestibular disease is a common clinical presentation in dogs with neurologic dysfunction.

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Saturday, 12 September 2020 15:21

End of Life Care ^Featured

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Coping with the impending loss of a pet is one of the most difficult experiences a pet parent will face. Whether your furry friend is approaching his golden years or has been diagnosed with a terminal illness, it’s important to calmly guide the end-of-life experience and minimize any discomfort or distress. As your pet’s health…

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Saturday, 08 August 2020 19:23

Weight Loss in Dogs

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Weight loss is considered to be clinically significant when it exceeds 10% of the normal body weight

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Thursday, 06 August 2020 01:49

Dog Paw Infection

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You know dog paw infections are quite common if you are used to having one. Our four-legged friends walk all day long on a different type of surfaces and often cut their paw or get thorns or debris deposited in the paw and skin folds.

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Friday, 31 July 2020 00:48

Cat Diarrhea: When is it Serious and How Do I Stop It?

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One of the most common problems we see in veterinary medicine is gastrointestinal (GI) upset/diarrhea. Depending on your cat’s lifestyle, you may or may not be readily aware of the details of her bathroom habits. In addition, cats are very fastidious about grooming so the tell-tale (or tell-tail) signs of diarrhea may be missed—especially in…

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Wednesday, 29 July 2020 15:51

Making the Decision

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While some pets die of old age in the comfort of their own home, many others become seriously ill, get injured in some way or experience a significantly diminished quality of life as they grow very old. In these situations, it may be necessary for you to consider having your pet euthanized in order to…

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Saturday, 11 April 2020 00:09

Your Pet's Medications

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Always tell your veterinarian the medications, including any over-the-counter medications and supplements (including vitamins and any holistic or homeopathic products), that you are giving your pet. Write down how often, how much, and how you give them and share this list with your veterinarian.

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Friday, 10 April 2020 16:40

Eye Problems in Cats

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Healthy cat’s eyes should appear clear and bright. The pupils should be the same size and the area around the eyeball should be white. The eyelid lining should be pink, not red or white.

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Tuesday, 07 April 2020 13:41

Vaccine Allergic Reactions in Dogs and Cats

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With vaccination commonly recommended annually, most pet owners are accustomed to taking their pets to the vet for "yearly shots." It seems such a commonplace part of routine pet care that many people do not think about what is actually occurring within their pet's body. In fact, immunization represents stimulation of the immune system, an…

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Sunday, 05 April 2020 17:12

Sample environmental cleaning and disinfection protocol

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Have all material safety data sheets or product safety data sheets for cleaning and disinfection materials available. Follow instructions for proper mixing, disposal, and PPE (e.g., gloves, eye protection). As able, ensure the area is well ventilated.

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Wednesday, 01 April 2020 15:56

In-House vs. Reference Lab Testing

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One of the major progressions in veterinary medicine is the ability to perform more specific and accurate laboratory testing. This is of utmost importance when your pet is ill, but is also needed for routine wellness screenings, pre-anesthetic evaluations, and monitoring response to therapy.

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Tuesday, 31 March 2020 19:44

Visit Preparation

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Tuesday, 31 March 2020 18:43

Vaccination Guidelines for Cats

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The UC Davis veterinary hospital vaccination guidelines below have been based on published studies and recommendations made by task forces (including the AAFP/AFM Advisory Panel on Feline Vaccines, AAHA Canine Vaccine Task Force, and World Small Animal Veterinary Association), which include representatives from academia, private practices, governmental regulatory bodies, and industry.

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Wednesday, 25 March 2020 19:22

Preventive Care

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We focus on preventive veterinary care to promote and improve overall pet health. Routine check-ups allow us to diagnose, treat and protect your pet from contracting serious, costly and sometimes fatal diseases. Offering a holistic approach to pet health, we partner with our clients to make sure their pets receive proper preventive care through:

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Wednesday, 25 March 2020 19:13

Pet Illness Treatment Services

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Lotus Vet Hospital expertise in treating pet illness is just as comprehensive as our signature preventive care measures. Just like you, every pet's health experiences a hiccup now and then. Using the best diagnostic technology, Lotus Vet Hospital treats a wide variety of pet illnesses, from short-term infections to longer-term conditions.

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Monday, 23 March 2020 00:09

Vaccination Guidelines for Dogs ^Featured

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Sunday, 15 March 2020 19:55

Dog Deworming

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We love helping educate our clients about the best detection and prevention methods for worms in dogs, and we pride ourselves on providing our canine patients with the utmost in care and treatment protocols.

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Sunday, 15 March 2020 19:47

Cat Deworming

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At Lotus Vet Hospital, we love helping educate our clients about the best detection and prevention methods for worms in cats, and we pride ourselves on providing our feline patients in and around the New Jersey, Maryland area with the utmost in care and treatment protocols. Some of the most common ways to contract worms…

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 18:24

How to Read a Pet Food Label

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Your best source of nutritional information for your pet is your veterinarian(s) and/or veterinary health professional. These individuals know your pet, its medical history, and its specific dietary needs. With all the different types and brands of commercial pet food available, choosing the right food for your pet can sometimes be overwhelming.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 18:14

Immune-Mediated Polyarthritis in Dogs

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Your dog has been diagnosed with immune-mediated polyarthritis or your veterinarian has discussed this possibility with you. That may be really good news since this disease is sometimes very tricky to diagnose and frequently missed. Arthritis means inflammation within a joint. Poly- means that multiple (more than two) joints are involved and immune-mediated means that…

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 04:11

Canine Atopic Dermatitis

Written by Sandra R. Merchant

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Atopic dermatitis (atopy) is an inherited predisposition to develop allergic symptoms after repeated exposure to some otherwise harmless substance (an “allergen”) such as dust, dust mites, grasses, or pollen. Most dogs begin to show their allergic signs between 1 and 3 years of age.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 04:10

Otitis Externa

Written by Sandra R. Merchant

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Otitis externa is an inflammation or infection of the outer (external) ear canal. Many factors can cause or contribute to the development of otitis externa. Parasites (ear mites, ticks), foreign bodies (grass awns, dried medication, dried wax, displaced hairs), allergic disease (canine atopic dermatitis, food allergy), and diseases causing abnormal skin renewal time (keratinization disorders)…

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 04:07

Urolith Management

Written by Sean J. Delaney and Andrea J. Fascetti

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Uroliths are commonly referred to as “stones” and can occur in any section of the urinary tract with bladder stones being the most common. Regardless of specific type, uroliths occur when the urine becomes too concentrated with urolith components (precursors) and the environmental conditions are appropriate for stone formulation. Strategies to prevent future formation are…

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 04:00

Weight Management

Written by Sean J. Delaney and Andrea J. Fascetti

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Overweight and obese pets appear to be an increasing problem. The abundant supply of highly nutritious and high calorie foods and treats, coupled with a less active lifestyle in many cases, inevitably results in the storage of the excess energy as fat.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 03:56

Novel Antigen Diets

Written by Shawn M. Slate and Jocelyn Mott

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Your veterinarian suspects that your pet has an allergy caused by something in your pet’s food. Therefore your veterinarian wants to eliminate this irritant from your pet’s diet. The easiest way to reach this goal is to feed your pet food types never before eaten. A novel antigen diet is such a diet. Ideally it…

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 03:53

Feline Leukemia Virus Vaccinations

Written by Alfred M. Legendre

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Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a communicable agent in cats that is usually transmitted through virus-infected saliva via cat-fight wounds, mutual grooming, or sharing food and water dishes. The most hazardous situation for FeLV transmission is a multicat household in which a large number of cats are crowded into a limited space.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 03:50

Breeding Management of the Bitch

Written by Bruce E. Eilts and Autumn P. Davidson

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Proestrus and estrus are commonly called “heat” or “season.” During proestrus, the start of the estrus cycle, the bitch attracts male dogs but is still not receptive to breeding. She may become more playful and passive as proestrus continues.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 03:47

Home Monitoring of Blood Glucose

Written by Melanie D. Thompson

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Diabetes mellitus means that blood sugar (glucose) levels are too high. Successful treatment of diabetic pets relies on your observation of symptoms and on your veterinarian’s periodic evaluation. One of the best ways for your veterinarian to regulate your pet’s diabetes is to periodically do a blood glucose curve.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 03:41

Canine Hypothyroidism

Written by J. Catherine R. Scott-Moncrieff

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Hypothyroidism is the clinical condition caused by thyroid hormone deficiency. The thyroid hormones (thyroxine, T4 and triiodothyronine, T3) are produced by the thyroid glands, which are located in the neck on either side of the trachea (windpipe). Thyroid hormones influence the metabolism of most of the organs in the body.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 03:38

Hyperthyroidism in Cats

Written by Edward C. Feldman

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The thyroid is a two-lobed gland located in the neck of people, dogs, cats, and other animals. One lobe is on each side of the trachea (windpipe). The thyroid produces thyroid hormone, a substance that is transported via the blood to all cells in the body.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020 03:36

Diabetes Mellitus

Written by Edward C. Feldman

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Think about a car that works only if it has gasoline available as a source of energy. Without gasoline, the car will not start. Gasoline is “refined” from crude oil before it can be used as the energy source for the motor. Living animals also require energy to function.

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What is toad poisoning? Featured

What is pyoderma? Featured

Lotus Veterinary Hospital's Grand Opening Featured

Pet Cremation and Burial Featured

Measuring quality of life Featured

After life body care Featured

The Euthanasia Procedure Featured

Aural (ear) Haematoma Featured

Tapeworm Infection in Dogs Featured

Idiopathic Vestibular Disease Featured

End of Life Care Featured

Vaccination Guidelines for Dogs Featured

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What is toad poisoning? ^Featured

What is pyoderma? ^Featured

Lotus Veterinary Hospital's Grand Opening ^Featured

Pet Cremation and Burial ^Featured

Measuring quality of life ^Featured

After life body care ^Featured

The Euthanasia Procedure ^Featured

Aural (ear) Haematoma ^Featured

Tapeworm Infection in Dogs ^Featured

Idiopathic Vestibular Disease ^Featured

End of Life Care ^Featured

Vaccination Guidelines for Dogs ^Featured