10 Foods Your Dog Should Never Eat

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Admit it: you know exactly what you should eat to stay healthy, but sometimes (or often) find yourself elbow-deep in a bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos, wondering how you got there. You might decide that—after just one more chip—you’re swearing off junk food for good. You might have gone through this process a few times,…

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8 Tips for Better Dental Health for Your Dog or Cat

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If you read last week’s post about dental disease in pets, you know how important it is to maintain your cat or dog’s dental health. It’s better to prevent cavities, abscesses, and periodontal disease than to have to treat them later on. Annual exams often uncover dental disease early before visible symptoms and signs of…

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Our Halloween Pet Costume Contest!

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Shallowford Animal Hospital is holding a Halloween Pet Costume Contest! To enter, drop by our office in The Oaks (Food Lion) Shopping Center in Lewisville with your pet in his or her costume. We will take a photo of your pet, from now up until the October 24 deadline. On October 25, we will upload…

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6 Potential Signs of Dental Disease in Pets

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If you have children, you know how important it is to ensure they’re brushing and flossing properly and visit the dentist for regular cleanings and checkups. Your dog or cat’s dental health is an important part of their overall health as well. Although cavities are less common in pets than in people, they can have many…

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