Protecting Your Pets: A Guide to Toxic and Safe Flowers
You very likely enjoy the bright colors of a fresh spring bouquet on the kitchen counter or the flowering plants in your yard. For pet owners, these could be a lurking danger to your cat or dog. Some flowers are dangerous to your pet, and we aim to help you...
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Understanding Parvovirus: What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know
Canine Parvovirus (CPV) aka “Parvo” is a diagnosis that carries significant weight because of how quickly it moves and how resilient the virus is. At Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) we know the reality of this difficult illness, but it is one we are equipped to fight—and, more...
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A Guide to Advanced Oral Care for Dogs and Cats
For some pet owners, "bad breath" is viewed as a minor cosmetic inconvenience. However, from a veterinarian’s perspective, oral odor is often the first clinical sign of active infection. Dental care is an essential part of veterinary medicine and is a central part of wellness care. When pet dental health...
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