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Understanding The Changing Health Needs of Mature, Senior, And Geriatric Pets It can be hard to admit when we see the signs of old age in our animal companions, but the fact is that most dogs are considered seniors when they hit seven, cats around nine. Pets age much more rapidly than humans, which means…

Ever heard the expression that “you are what you eat”? Well the same is true for our pets. A nutrition-rich diet is your pet’s first line of defense and a cornerstone of preventive care. Proper daily nutrition will go a long way in keeping your pet healthy by bolstering the immune system and supporting normal…

One of the worst feelings to experience as a pet owner is a realization that your pet has gone missing. Only 17% of dogs and 2% of cats make it back to their owners—which can make it feel like you’ll never see your pet again if they get lost. VIDA Centennial wants to encourage you…

Trust Your Pet’s Surgical Needs to Our Care In our continuing efforts to offer the highest quality veterinary medicine, we are pleased to provide a wide range of surgical services for our patients. From routine surgical procedures, such as spaying and neutering, to more complex surgeries such as mass removals and gastropexy. We look forward to the…

Young animals are like kids–it’s a never-ending job to keep them safe and happy. Pet vaccinations are a relatively inexpensive but very important way to protect his or her health. In addition to preventing many life-threatening illnesses, vaccinations can prevent diseases prevalent in wildlife and those that can be passed to humans. It’s important to administer vaccinations…

The Importance of Spaying & Neutering Every year thousands of stray and unwanted animals are euthanized in shelters across the United States. Many of these deaths are the avoidable result of owners failing to spay and neuter their pets. Even if you keep a close watch on your pet, accidents happen, and unexpected offspring means…

Dog Lab Tests When your pet isn’t feeling well, every second counts. We’re here to find the issue quickly using the latest technology and diagnostic tools. Once we have the answer, we’ll provide you with the best course of treatment and get to work as quickly as possible. In-House Laboratory Our hospital features full laboratory…

Wellness Care for Dogs Wellness exams are the cornerstone of preventive care and the key to staying ahead of problems that may be developing and staying on top of any chronic health issues your dog may be experiencing. From puppy care to senior dog healthcare, our team of dedicated veterinarians are here to ensure your…

Kitten Vaccinations Kitten Visit and Vaccine Protocol at Kitten vaccines should start ideally at 6 to 8 weeks of age 1st Kitten Visit – 6 to 8 weeks of age FIV/Feline Leukemia combo test FVRCP tempFecal ExamDewormOffice ExamRevolution Plus 8 weeks or older  2nd Kitten Visit – 9 to 11 weeks of age FVRCP tempFecal…

For most of us, our first exposure to animals is through a dog. Canine pets are important members of the family and they occupy a special place in each family member’s heart. At Carroll Veterinary Clinic and Foothills Pet Healthcare, all four of our veterinarians live with multiple dogs, many of which have been rescued….