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Our Sturgis veterinarians share helpful tips and advice to help you keep your cat, dog, and horse healthy and happy.

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Symptoms of Equine Influenza & How It's Treated

Symptoms of Equine Influenza & How It's Treated

Equine influenza, or "horse flu," is a highly contagious upper respiratory disease that can cause serious secondary infections in our equine friends, especially in foals. Here, our Sturgis vets explain the symptoms to watch for and how equine influenza is treated. 

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Importance Of Caring For Your Horse's Teeth

Importance Of Caring For Your Horse's Teeth

Caring for your horse's mouth is an important part of caring for their overall health, happiness, and performance. In today's post, our Sturgis vets share some important reasons you should have your horse's teeth examined regularly and common oral health problems that could affect your horse.

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Preventing Heartworm Disease in Pets

Preventing Heartworm Disease in Pets

Heartworm disease is a serious condition that can result in heart failure, severe lung disease, damage to other organs and even death for pets in Sturgis.

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Protecting Your Pet (And Your Family) From Ticks

Protecting Your Pet (And Your Family) From Ticks

In this post, our Sturgis vets explain how ticks thrive, including which signs to beware of, and how to keep these external parasites away from your pets and your family.  

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How do I know if my pet has Lyme disease?

How do I know if my pet has Lyme disease?

Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases in the world. In this post, our Sturgis vets share information about Lyme disease in pets: what it is, symptoms to watch for and treatment options. 

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Why should I bring my pet in for a fecal exam?

Why should I bring my pet in for a fecal exam?

Annual fecal exams give your Sturgis vet a chance to check your pet for intestinal parasites before more serious conditions arise. 

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How can I tell if my cat or dog has fleas?

How can I tell if my cat or dog has fleas?

If left untreated, fleas may lead to infections and cause serious diseases. Our Sturgis vets explain early signs of fleas, and what to do if your pet does have fleas. 

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