Happy Holidays
August 15, 2018
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The doctors and staff of Animal Medical Center of Chicago would like to wish everyone and their pets a Happy Pawlidays!
August 15, 2018 Archive
Pet Insurance
August 15, 2018
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Pet insurance may help relieve a pet owner’s immediate financial burden of medical or surgical care for his/her dog or cat. Before selecting a pet insurance provider, you should consider the following: Coverage – What procedures and services are covered and excluded? Does it include “well visits” or just “sick visits”. Customer service – Will
The Scoop on Your Pet’s Poop
August 15, 2018
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A couple of years ago, I was watching the Oprah Winfrey Show and I saw an episode where the health expert, Dr. Mehmet Oz, was talking about “poop.” I noticed when the cameras panned the audience that they appeared rather excited and at the same time bashful to listen to this discussion. I, on the
Rat Bait on Chicago Streets
August 15, 2018
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After practicing over 26 years, one would have thought that I’ve seen almost everything. A few days ago, however, I saw a case that taught me something new and reconfirmed the importance of a thorough physical examination. Toby, a very lovable 2-year-old standard poodle, came to see me with an acute history of vomiting and
Pet Travel Safety Tips
August 15, 2018
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The summer travel season is quickly approaching and many of us will bring our pets along for the ride. We wanted to remind pet owners to use safe methods of travel for the entire family, including the dogs and cats on board. Recently, one of our young canine patients fell out of a moving vehicle
A Community Volunteer Opportunity
August 15, 2018
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Please join us in serving hot meals to hungry youths! Where: “Youth Lounge” at Broadway Methodist Church 3338 N Broadway, Chicago IL When: Saturday, January 14, 2017 from 3:00 pm-6:00 pm (Orientation from 3 -4 pm, Volunteer from 4pm-6pm) What: The “Youth Lounge” provides space for youth to hang out and get a hot meal. Operating since
Diabetes in Pets
August 15, 2018
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Earlier this week, one of my clients brought their feisty, 12-year-old Chihuahua, named Gizmo, in for a nail trim. My veterinary technician noticed that Gizmo had lost two pounds since his last visit in September. This weight loss was a concern given that it was a 15 percent drop in his body weight. Gizmo’s owner
Veterinary Surgery – Animal Medical Center of Chicago
August 15, 2018
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At Animal Medical Center of Chicago we do not treat each patient alike. Every drug and procedure is customized to your pet’s specific medical needs. Each drug is selected based on your pet’s breed, sensitivity and our experience. Although the drugs are initially calculated based on weight and general health, they are delivered to your
Toothbrushing and Dental Prophylaxis in Cats and Dogs
August 15, 2018
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Why should I brush my dog’s or cat’s teeth? You should brush your pet’s teeth daily as a good practice for pet dental care. Daily removal of plaque is the key to a good pet oral hygiene program. Unless your pet’s teeth are brushed daily, plaque, which is an accumulation of bacteria, will build
What You Should Know About Feline Senior Wellness
August 15, 2018
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With many cats routinely living well into their teens or even twenties, many owners and veterinarians wonder, when is a cat truly a senior citizen? The answer is that there is no specific age at which a cat becomes “senior.” Individual pets age at different rates. As a general guide, however, the American Association of