Bringing your pet to your veterinarian for routine checkups can help keep him or her healthy. Today, our vets in Central Illinois describe what you can expect when you bring your pet in for a routine pet checkup.
You love and care for your pet. So, your vet has to have the right qualifications to provide the veterinary care that your animal needs. So, what qualifications should you look for?
Heartworm disease can lead to organ damage, severe lung disease, and heart failure. It may even be fatal for pets in Central Illinois. This serious condition is typically found in cats, dogs, and ferrets. In this post, our vets explain why prevention is key.
Ticks can spread a number of serious diseases and are therefore dangerous to people and pets. In this post, our Central Illinois vets explain how these external parasites thrive.
One of the most common tick-borne diseases is Lyme disease. Today, our Central Illinois vets define Lyme disease in pets and tell us which symptoms to watch for, in addition to treatment options.
Getting annual fecal exams at your vet's office is the best way to keep your pet and your family safe from intestinal parasites. Annual fecals give your Central Illinois vet a chance to examine your pet for intestinal parasites before more serious conditions arise.
The most common external parasite can make your pet especially miserable. If left untreated, a flea infestation can even lead to infections and cause serious diseases. Our Central Illinois vets share early signs of fleas, and what to do if your pet does have fleas.
Pekin Veterinary Clinic is welcoming new clients to our clinic. Contact our team to book your pet's appointment.
