Dentistry
and Dr Banyard
As
many of our clients know Dr Banyard is studying veterinary dentistry.
This year she has self published a small book to help the public
understand this very complex field. How does periodontal
disease develop? What can be done for a fractured tooth? Why is there
a tooth missing? Why is there such a variation in the prices owners
are given for dental work to be done in their pets? This book covers
many of these questions and more. You can buy a book at Little Mountain
Veterinary Clinic, Chilliwack. It is also in the Chilliwack Library.
B.C. Veterinarians can order a copy to put in their reception rooms
for their clients to read through AVP (Associated Veterinary
Purchasing) in British Columbia. The book is called "What's in my
Mouth".
The
front page image is what is seen when the veterinarian is doing an
oral exam. All owners who brush their pet's teeth are familiar with
this image. The image is of a 20 pound patient. It is common for dogs
to have pigmented (black) gums and lining of the mouth.
May Is Spay and Neuter Month Month
In
the spring many cats come in to be spayed. Cats cycle with the season
starting in the spring. Female cats are very vocal when in heat
and male cats are very vocal when 'courting'. This encourages owners
to have them spayed or neutered. This is the only really effective
means to preventing litters of kittens.
April is Heartworm Month
Please
come to our clinic for the heartworm handout. This handout explains
the lifecycle of the heartworm and the incidence of the problem in
British Columbia.
March is Tick Month
September
2010 - Senior Wellness Month
Physical
annual exam, core vaccinations, comprehensive blood panel, blood
pressure testing in dogs and cats
Our
magnetic poster board outlines what is included in our Senior
Wellness program. As always the annual physical exam helps us find
what health concerns may be developing. Vaccinations can be updated as
needed. In our seniors the blood panel helps pick up diseases
associated with aging such as hyperthyroidism, hyperthyroidism (especially
common in old cats), diabetes mellitus, kidney failure, bladder
infections, cataracts, masses of the skin and eyelids, arthritis heart
disease, dental disease. Your pet's blood pressure can be measured by
our technician. We always hope these blood tests are normal but if not
we need to know and then we can guide you in the treatment.
August
2010 - Nutrition Month
body
condition score, what is best for
your pet, cost per day, veterinary exclusive, wellness and prevention,
nutrient requirements for growth, pregnancy, lactation, working warmth
