Pet Health & Wellness
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Why Monthly Parasite Prevention is Important
Apr 03 2019
Parasites are the stuff of nightmares. While most can only be seen with a magnifying glass or microscope, others are frighteningly large. Living on or inside their host, parasites come…
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Beyond Barks and Meows: An Overview of Exotic Pet Care
Mar 07 2019
Some people may be under the impression that pocket pets and birds are easier to care for than other pets, like cats or dogs. However, while they might not whine…
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Not Just for Mammals: Fecal Exams for Birds and Reptiles
Feb 06 2019
Whether you have fur, feathers, or scales, poop is important. Paws, Purrs, & Exotics Animal Hospital recommends regular fecal screenings for all of our patients no matter the species. Fecal…
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Paws, Purrs, and Exotics Animal Hospital Celebrates Our Top 5 Pet Care Blogs of 2018
Jan 07 2019
Because love for all animals is the common denominator among our staff at PPEAH, we care deeply about every single patient that comes through our doors. That makes us all…
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Your Guide to Pocket Pets 101
Jul 23 2018
It is no secret that at Paws, Purrs & Exotics Animal Hospital, we can’t get enough of pocket pets! These pint-sized, adorable mammals are a lot of fun to own.…
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The Ultimate Guide to Avian Wellness
May 23 2018
Just like any other animal, a bird needs regular wellness checks to ensure the animal is in optimal health. Too many pet owners wait until their feathered friend is ill…
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5 Heartworm Myths Worth Debunking
Apr 04 2018
With warmer weather on the horizon, mosquito season is on its way! Mosquitoes can cause serious illnesses in humans, but also in our pets, in the form of heartworm disease.…
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Say Cheese! Why Exams are Critical to Pet Dental Care
Feb 06 2018
The vast majority of pets over the age of three have some form of periodontal disease. It’s a startling statistic, but it’s also completely motivating. Since it’s preventable, why wouldn’t…
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Celebrating 2017 and Reflecting on Our Pet Care Blog
Jan 15 2018
What is it about New Year’s that gets everyone so excited? Apart from closing a year that’s had its share of ups and downs, facing a new one allows us…
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Deciphering the Code with Dog DNA Testing
Jan 10 2018
Ever since James Watson and Francis Crick worked out the molecular structure of DNA back in the early 1960s, the field of genetic studies has been expanding at an exponential…
