Hypothyroidism is a disease caused by insufficient thyroid hormone production. The thyroid gland is located in the neck, on either side of the trachea. It produces two hormones: thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). Thyroid hormones affect the rate of metabolism in most of the tissues in the body. Thyroid hormone deficiency leads to illness. Clinical …
Category Archives: Dog
Puppies for Sale or Adoption
Puppies for Sale or Adoption There is nothing quite like getting a new puppy. The next year is almost guaranteed to be fun and memorable. Today there are more ways than ever to find great puppies. We are fortunate to have so many good options in the southern New Jersey area. Before you think about getting …
Spay and Neuter
Spay and Neuter Most pet owners in Marlton, Cherry Hill, Voorhees, and the surrounding area choose to spay and neuter their pets in order to prevent health problems and to reduce pet overpopulation. Definitions Spay (ovariohysterectomy, fix) – removal of the ovaries and uterus Neuter (orchiectomy, castration, alter) – removal of the testes Advantages Prevent …
Flea and Tick Preventives
Flea and tick preventive technology has come a long way since the pyrethrins and organophosphates of the early 20th century. We at Evesham Veterinary Clinic offer a wide range of the most advanced, safe, and effective flea and tick preventives, made by the most trusted pharmaceutical manufacturers. These products offer improved safety profiles and are better at eliminating …
International Health Certificate – For Pet Travel
International travel with your pet can be a lot of fun. At the same time, the free movement of animals around the world has to be balanced with the interests of destination countries in preventing the introduction of exotic diseases. For example, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Australia are free of rabies. Were the rabies …
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Osteoarthritis – Dogs
Osteoarthritis If your dog doesn’t jump to greet you on your return home each evening, there may be a good reason – osteoarthritis. A chronic, degenerative joint disease that makes movement difficult and painful, osteoarthritis mainly strikes pets in their middle and senior years. However, younger animals can also be affected. In fact, studies show …
Allergies in Dogs
Allergies Like people, dogs can suffer from allergies. As in the human population, the incidence of allergies in pets seems to be increasing. While allergic humans may often sneeze, wheeze or even have serious respiratory difficulties, allergic reactions in pets are characterized by skin problems, exacerbated by their primary symptom—itching and scratching. Cat and dog …
Your Senior Dog
Your Senior Dog Old age is not a disease As a result of advances in veterinary medicine, more knowledgeable care and improved nutrition, dogs are now living much longer, healthier lives. But, just as for humans, the passage of time has its effects, and you may begin to notice that your once-frisky pet seems to …
Behavior – Dogs
Behavior Good communication builds good relationships Just as between people, good relationships between dogs and their owners are based on good communication. Dogs communicate between themselves by means of body signals. It’s only natural, then, that they’ll use the same method to communicate with people. Your responsibility as a pet owner is to learn to …
Travelling with your Pet
Travelling with your Pet Before you go Ask yourself: will my cat or dog be comfortable and happy on a trip? Some animals simply prefer to stay at home and a “homesick”, possibly motion-sick pet will ruin everyone’s trip. In such a case it’s probably wiser to leave your pet with a friend, relative or …