Ranjana V

I've been taking my dogs to this clinic for 3 yrs now and have always had a positive experience. Dr. Babbar is very patient and takes time to understand the problem. His treatment has always worked well on my dogs. The staff is super friendly too. Highly recommend this clinic.

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Heatstroke in Dog and Cats

Heatstroke is a life-threatening condition suffered when a pet is unable to lower its body temperature. Cells in the body become damaged when the core body temperature reaches anywhere between 41°C and 43°C. Heatstroke is most common in dogs but can also occur in cats and can happen whenever a pet gets severely overheated. Among the most common causes of heatstroke in dogs happens when dogs are left in parked cars. One test performed on a partly cloudy, 34°C day found that cars can heat up to 49°C in just 15 minutes! But even cooler days can be deadly. In…

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Intestinal Parasites in Dogs and Cats

Signs of parasites can vary depending on the type of parasite involved, the number of worms and the age and health status of the pet. Signs can vary from none to any of the following: constipation, diarrhea, flatulence (passing gas), lethargy, pale gums, poor growth rate in puppies and kittens, a potbellied appearance, scooting on the rear end, vomiting, weakness and weight loss. What parasites commonly infect dogs and cats? Hookworms These small worms attach to the intestinal walls and ingest blood. Heavy infections can cause severe blood loss, anemia and pale gums. Pets can pick this parasite up from…

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