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Aug 01 2014
Coventry Animal Hospital Reports about Giardia in Dogs
Does your dog ever drink water from sources outside? Does your dog ever have bouts of diarrhea? If so, your dog may have Giardia! What is giardia? Giardia is…
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Jul 18 2014
Coventry Animal Hospital Discusses Cat Nutrition
What makes cats different? Unlike humans and dogs, cats are obligate carnivores. Let’s consider how cats became domesticated. Cats were attracted to human settlements because the rats and mice…
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Jul 11 2014
It is Getting Hot in Perth County! Here are Some Tips on Preventing Heat Stroke in Your Dog and Cat
It’s getting hot in Perth County! Don’t forget that our furry friends can’t handle the heat very well.
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Jun 27 2014
Congratulations on Your New Kitten! Here are Some Tips from Coventry Animal Hospital
Do you have a new kitten? Are you considering bringing a kitten into your household? Coventry Animal Hospital will give you the scoop on kitten ownership and what to expect…
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Jun 20 2014
Coventry Animal Hospital Reports on Allergies in Dogs and Cats
Just like people, pets can get allergies! It’s that time of year again in Perth County – we are seeing flare-ups in allergy-prone pets. Signs can be as subtle…
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Jun 13 2014
Coventry Animal Hospital Reports about Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection caused by spiral-shaped bacteria known as leptospires. The bacteria are transmitted by the urine, blood or tissues of infected animals. Infection most frequently occurs…
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Jun 09 2014
Summer is Almost Here in Perth County! Coventry Animal Hopsital Gives a Flea Update
What are fleas? Fleas are very small wingless insects that feed on the blood of animals. They have flat bodies and long legs that make them perfect for jumping…
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Jun 03 2014
Coventry Animal Hospital Asks You to Consider Your Pet When Welcoming a New Baby
Welcoming a baby to the family is an exciting time and we should keep in mind that changes in our lifestyle may impact our pets. Cats and dogs are creatures…
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May 23 2014
Safe Swimming Tips for Pets in Perth County
With the hot weather approaching, many of us in Perth County will be spending a lot of time around water and sharing that experience with our dogs. Whether it…
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Apr 11 2014
Spring is Here in Perth County! Coventry Animal Hospital Recommends Deworming Your Dogs and Cats Against Roundworms
The ground is starting to thaw in Perth County! Although winter temperatures likely killed most larvae from last year, the soil is now warm enough to incubate roundworm eggs. Adult…