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At Rutland Veterinary Clinic and Surgical Center, our team provides top-quality client education to the Rutland, VT pet community. Check out our blog for helpful resources for you and your pet!
Why Cats Need Routine Wellness Care
3 Reasons Why Your Cat Needs Regular Wellness Care Although your cat may try to convince you otherwise, they need regular wellness care to remain as healthy as possible. National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day falls on August 22, so our team wants you to share the...
4 Ways to Ensure You Have a Cool Pet This Summer
4 Fun Ways to Have a Cool Pet in the Summer Heat Summertime is full of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, although high temperatures and humidity can make it uncomfortable for your pet. Help your furry pal beat the heat with the following tips. #1: Fill up a...
Avoid These Waterborne Pet Parasites
4 Waterborne Illnesses Your Pet Can Contract from Swimming Summertime may mean your furry pal is splashing in and out of water all season long. While the refreshing water is a great way to cool off, it also can harbor a variety of pet parasites and pathogens that can...
3 Ways to Help Your Newly Adopted Cat Feel at Home
3 Ways to Help Your Newly Adopted Cat Feel at Home Giving a new cat or kitten a forever home is an incredibly rewarding experience – but it can also be a lot of work. One of the most important things you can do to help your new pet feel comfortable and happy in their...
Deciding How To Spend Your Summer Vacation with Your Pet
Are you planning a summer vacation and wondering what to do with your pet? Don't worry, you have plenty of options. You can either find a pet-sitter or board your pet at a kennel. You can also take your pet with you on vacation, but you'll need to make some...
What You Need to Know About Cancer in Pets
Did you know that October is Pet Cancer Awareness Month? This is a great time to learn more about pet cancer and how to protect your furry friend from this deadly disease. Here are some tips on how to reduce your pet's risk of cancer. Common cancers in pets Some of...
Does Your Dog Have Canine Anxiety?
Anxiety is a common issue for dogs, impacting millions of them every year. Fortunately, there are many ways to help your dog overcome his anxiety and live a happier life. This week, we'll be discussing different types of anxiety and how to address them. What causes...
Hairball Prevention for Your Cat
April 29: The Day Dedicated to Hairballs Did you know there is a day dedicated to hairballs? As a cat owner, you likely don’t need a special day to draw attention to your cat’s hairballs, but April 29 is National Hairball Awareness Day. Let’s take a closer look at why...
How To Pack a Pet First Aid Kit
It Pays to Be Prepared: How to Pack a Pet First Aid Kit Your furry pal is surrounded by hazards every day. Sometimes, these hazards can cause a life-threatening or fatal condition if not treated quickly enough, which is where pet first aid comes into play. In honor of...
Starting Young – What a first groom looks like at the Rutland Veterinary Clinic
Have you recently welcomed a new furry friend into your home? Is this friend EXTRA furry? If you answered yes to these questions, then congratulations, you’re in the right place to learn more about your puppy’s first groom! Here at Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical...