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Safe And Effective: Anesthesia For Pets

Your pet may have to undergo anesthesia for some veterinary procedures, and you may be worried about their safety, but our Associated Veterinary Medical Center team is here to calm…

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4 Truths to Add Years to Your Pet’s Life

Routine veterinary visits help your pet live a long, healthy, and happy life. Early detection and intervention allows our veterinary team to treat a disease in the beginning stages, and…

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Understanding Your Pet’s Blood Work

Whether your pet is healthy or sick, blood work can provide critical information about their internal health and overall wellbeing. While understanding the benefits of blood work for diagnosing a…

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10 Cool Ways to Help Your Pet Beat the Heat

Summer is full of opportunities to enjoy your pet’s company—from mountain hikes, to dips in the lake, to backyard games of fetch, to cuddle sessions in the cool house. But…

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FAQs About Pet Insurance

Our team at Associated Veterinary Medical Center answers some frequently asked questions about pet insurance, to help you decide if pet insurance is right for you. Question: What is pet…

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Resources to Help You and Your Pet During the COVID-19 Pandemic

As we continue to practice social distancing, we’re pleased to provide three online resources to help fulfill your pet’s needs at home during this quarantine period—Vetsource, Pet Page, and Purina…

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Parasites and Poop: The Importance of Picking Up After Your Dog

We often think of picking up after our pets as an act of decency, but there are actually much bigger reasons why we should be cleaning up our dogs’ waste. #1:…

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Fear Free Veterinary Care: Focus on Your Pet’s Emotional Health

We strongly believe that your pet’s veterinary experience should be a positive and enjoyable one, so we strive to recognize even subtle signs of fear, anxiety, and stress, and make…

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Working on Weight Loss for the New Year: Resolutions for Your Pet

Did you know that an estimated 60% of cats and 56% of dogs in the United States were overweight or obese in 2018? There are many diseases and conditions that…