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Tracheal Stents: The Next Step in Treating Tracheal Collapse

March 6, 2026

Like a diligent dog owner, when you notice that your pet begins coughing after moments of excitement or after dinner, you concernedly call your veterinarian to schedule an appointment. At the clinic, the doctor diagnoses…
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Register in April for the National Service Animal Eye Exam

April 09, 2018

Register Online, Then Call Illinois for Appointment Every May since 2008, veterinary ophthalmologists across the country have volunteered their time to provide free eye examinations for service animals. The annual event, which is organized by…
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Shining a Light on Radiation Therapy for Pets with Cancer

April 03, 2018

Radiation makes cancer cells unable to reproduce In the fight against cancer, doctors for people and pets have a range of weapons in their arsenal. Alone or in conjunction with surgery and chemotherapy, radiation therapy…
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Let’s Get Physical: Annual Examinations Promote Pets’ Wellness

March 26, 2018

The physical examination helps prevent disease From molecular and genetic testing to advanced imaging using magnetic resonance or computed tomography, veterinarians have many tools available to diagnose their patients. Even with these technological aids, the…
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Hope for Heartworm-Positive Dogs

March 19, 2018

shelters often euthanize heartworm-positive dogs Reddington probably didn’t realize it, but he was in a bad spot. Not only was the dog living in an animal shelter, he had also tested positive for heartworm disease….
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Animal Rehabilitation Plans Tailored to the Patient

March 12, 2018

Plans’ Success Depends on Implementation at Home Physical rehabilitation for animals is the process of evaluating and managing patients with painful or functionally limiting conditions caused by illness or injury. Carrie Chandler-Harrison is a certified…
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