Healthy Weights Make Healthy Pets
Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the most important things you can do to help your pets live longer, healthier lives. Just like people, pets who are overweight …
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The Human-Animal Bond: A Connection Worth Celebrating
At Perry County Animal Clinic, we know that pets are more than just companions—they are family. The human-animal bond is a powerful relationship built on trust, love, and shared …
Flea and Tick Prevention: Why Year-Round Protection Matters
Fleas and ticks aren’t just a seasonal concern—they pose risks to your pets’ health every month of the year. These parasites can transmit dangerous diseases, cause skin irritation, and …
Protecting Your Pets from Heartworm Disease: Why Annual Testing and Year-Round Prevention Are Essential
Heartworm disease is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that affects dogs, cats, and other pets. Caused by parasitic worms transmitted through mosquito bites, heartworms can damage the heart, lungs, …
Dental Health Is Year-Round: Keeping Your Pets’ Smiles Healthy
When most people think about pet health, they picture vaccines, diet, or exercise—but oral care often gets overlooked. Just like humans, pets need regular dental care to stay healthy. …
Preparing for Calving Season: Tips for a Successful Start
Calving season is one of the most important times of the year for cattle producers. The success of your herd depends on preparation, planning, and proactive veterinary care. At …
Tetanus can easily infect unvaccinated farm animals
Clostridium tetani, the bacterium that causes tetanus, can live in soil and manure can infect horses and livestock through breaks in the skin, including small cuts, surgical wounds and …
Winter Stress in Pets: What You Need to Know
When the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, both large and small animals can experience added stress. For farm animals, colder weather affects nutrition, shelter needs, and immune …
Equine Well Checks and Bloodwork: Keeping Your Horse Healthy
Regular veterinary care is essential for maintaining the health and performance of your horse. Just like people, horses benefit from routine wellness exams and bloodwork to detect potential problems …
Equine Vaccines: Protecting Your Horse’s Health Year-Round
Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to protect horses from preventable diseases. Whether your horse is a companion, a show animal, or a working partner, keeping them …