by Buzzards Bay Veterinary Associates | Sep 5, 2019 | Lifestyle
For veterinarians and veterinary staff senior pets are often some of our favorite patients. Their families have deeply bonded with them over many years and the devotion that we see from their owners warms our hearts. Wouldn’t it be great if all of our furry family...
by Buzzards Bay Veterinary Associates | Aug 6, 2019 | Prevention
You may have heard of heartworm disease in dogs but, living in the north, you may not be especially concerned. However, like many parasites that have historically been more of a concern in the south, heartworm is also on the rise in Massachusetts. A decade ago...
by Buzzards Bay Veterinary Associates | Aug 5, 2019 | Prevention
Vaccines are one of the most notable, life-saving medical innovations. Thank you Dr. Jenner. They rank right up there with anesthesia, antibiotics and hand washing. Thank you Drs. Morton, Fleming and Lister. The ability to give a small dose a replica of a deadly germ...
by Buzzards Bay Veterinary Associates | Jul 22, 2019 | Nutrition
There have been a lot of stories in the news lately that many dogs and a handful of cats have become sick and even died of cardiomyopathy that has been linked to grain-free pet foods. This is really scary for a lot of pet owners who have been feeding these designer,...
by Buzzards Bay Veterinary Associates | Jul 18, 2019 | Lifestyle
Unfortunately, every summer, a few dogs will become very sick or even die from exposure to blue green algae. Here is what you need to know: Toxic blue green algae, or Cyanobacteria, can bloom on ponds when the weather has been hot and humid and the water is stagnant....
