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    This may be what I call a "broken tail". The...

    This may be what I call a "broken tail". The muscles at the base of the tail become strained or paralyzed and the dog is unable to hold it up and is often very painful. Those that I have seen...
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    Big girl can take 2 of the 51-100# pills.

    Big girl can take 2 of the 51-100# pills.
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    Flea bite hypersensitivity is an allergic...

    Flea bite hypersensitivity is an allergic reaction that often requires the administration of antihistamines or corticosteroids. Flea control is important but often the irritation and itching lasts...
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    On the young pups I would bathe them in a simple...

    On the young pups I would bathe them in a simple grooming shampoo, dry and comb them afterwards. The puppies can become dangerously anemic if the infestation becomes too great. As they age there...
  5. Here are some thoughts on snakebites and the...

    Here are some thoughts on snakebites and the "rattlesnake" vaccine:

    First, the vaccine DOES NOT cross-protect against other venomous snakes. Some earlier information I read suggested that it...
  6. The snake vaccine is marketed as the "rattlesnake...

    The snake vaccine is marketed as the "rattlesnake vaccine" by its producers, Red Rock Biologicals. Supposedly it will provide cross protection against other poisonous snake venoms. The problem with...
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    Vomiting that is hard to control warrants further...

    Vomiting that is hard to control warrants further investigation. Pancreatitis would be on my short list as well as some others.
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    Have you ever heard the old saying that "diarrhea...

    Have you ever heard the old saying that "diarrhea is hereditary........it runs in your jeans"! :)

    So much for my career as a comedian. Probably the easiest product to use for this problem is the...
  9. It is likely that the tooth had been causing some...

    It is likely that the tooth had been causing some discomfort for some time but often our pups are so stoic that they don't tell us that they are hurting. I suppose the antibiotic is treating the...
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    Any change in urinary habits can be due to...

    Any change in urinary habits can be due to medical or behavioral issues. Your veterinarian can sort this out for you and recommend a proper treatment plan.

    I wish you and your dog well.
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    I would try Diphenhydramine (aka Benadryl). A 40...

    I would try Diphenhydramine (aka Benadryl). A 40 pound dog can take 2 of the 25mg capsules every 8 hours for control of allergic symptoms. The medication is safe and can be effective. ...
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    Given the history of bleeding disorder, I...

    Given the history of bleeding disorder, I recommend having your dog evaluated to make sure that she has adequate clotting factors.

    Sorry for the delay in the response and I hope all is well.
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    The eye can be tricky and many things can happen....

    The eye can be tricky and many things can happen. Allergic conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers and glaucoma are some of the more common. These are listed in ascending order in terms of how serious a...
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    Some dogs lick as a way of soothing themselves...

    Some dogs lick as a way of soothing themselves often to the point where it becomes a habit. This may be occurring in this instance. It is highly unlikely that the dog is suffering from any dietary...
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    As the old joke goes, "because he can.....".

    As the old joke goes, "because he can.....".
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    These skin tags are usually benign but can be...

    These skin tags are usually benign but can be messy. Often I will use electrocautery to remove them but it does require anesthesia. I try to combine it with another procedure like a teeth cleaning...
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    Anthelmintics (dewormers) that will kill...

    Anthelmintics (dewormers) that will kill tapeworms are only available by prescription or from a veterinarian. The over-the-counter dewormers will control hookworms and roundworms (and sometimes...
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    I have seen some of the pre-anesthetic agents...

    I have seen some of the pre-anesthetic agents have a prolonged effect before and eventually leave the system. Some of these can cause the pupils to dilate and become non-responsive to light.
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    Any animal that licks frequently enough due to a...

    Any animal that licks frequently enough due to a grooming habit or in response to discomfort can ingest enough hair to create a "hair ball". This is typically a cat problem due to their grooming...
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    I have seen this many times. Sometimes it's just...

    I have seen this many times. Sometimes it's just too tempting for the little ones to resist......and yes they will grow back.
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    The stranger the patient, the cheaper the price! ...

    The stranger the patient, the cheaper the price! :))
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    Come on in!!! We always need a change of pace.

    Come on in!!! We always need a change of pace.
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    It's always nice to get to see an "off the beaten...

    It's always nice to get to see an "off the beaten path" kinda pet! That's why I love my job. Ellinore is really cool. Please let me know if I can help in any way.
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    I'd be happy to take a look at the little...

    I'd be happy to take a look at the little critter. Options are often limited should the diagnosis be something serious. Previous posts are correct concerning lifespan, etc. Give us a call if I can...
  25. Who kidnapped the defenses and where did they...

    Who kidnapped the defenses and where did they take them?
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    Aledo won their 4th championship under Killeen...

    Aledo won their 4th championship under Killeen native, Tim Buchanan. Very impressive.
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    Merry Christmas

    MERRY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE FROM ALL OF US AT KILLEEN VETERINARY CLINIC!!!
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    This bump could be one of two things: a skin...

    This bump could be one of two things: a skin tumor or a cyst caused by chronic irritation and the plugging of an oil gland. It is not uncommon for dog's with irritated skin to get cysts that...
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    We found this spider when cleaning behind our...

    We found this spider when cleaning behind our dryer at the clinic.

    No animals were harmed during the making of this posting......except for the spider!
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    Along came a spider and........

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    This has little to do with anything but for those of you wondering if a black widow really has a red "hour glass" on their bottom side then here you go.
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    A link to a good column about the Penn State...

    A link to a good column about the Penn State mess:

    http://www.star-telegram.com/2011/11/10/3517198/jail-time-could-be-joepas-legacy.html

    Randy Galloway makes some good points about Paterno's...
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    It's best the keep the area dry and allow it to...

    It's best the keep the area dry and allow it to heal first. The moisture could start the infection back up and you'll be back to square one. Once the hot spot has resolved then it's back to the fun.
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    I'm probably plagiarising these names because I'm...

    I'm probably plagiarising these names because I'm sure they are not original but here I go:

    Starsky and Hutch
    Abercrombie and Fitch
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    The third eyelid of a cat can become inflamed due...

    The third eyelid of a cat can become inflamed due to injury, allergy or infection. It is basically a form of conjunctivitis or "pink eye". Sometimes it will be in one eye and sometimes both eyes. ...
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    It is difficult to tell from the picture. I...

    It is difficult to tell from the picture. I would recommend having the cat examined and finding out what is going on. The picture suggests that this cat may be white or primarily white in color and...
  36. The coughing and gagging up mucus is most...

    The coughing and gagging up mucus is most consistent with inflammation in the throat or tonsils. Sometimes allergy or extremely dry air can aggravate this. I wouldn't worry too much about it unless...
  37. Trifexis has been available at our clinic for...

    Trifexis has been available at our clinic for months. I cannot speak to whether or not other local clinics have chosen to carry this product in their pharmacy. We have had a wonderful response from...
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    I would suspect allergy to be the cause of the...

    I would suspect allergy to be the cause of the chewing. Flea allergic dermatitis and/or inhalant allergy would be on the top of my list. Check very closely for the presence of fleas. Part the hair...
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    Please remember to ask lots questions if price...

    Please remember to ask lots questions if price shopping over the phone for veterinary services. When it comes to procedures such as dental cleanings and extractions, it is imperative that proper...
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    I think many dental treats can be very helpful...

    I think many dental treats can be very helpful and can increase the time in between professional cleanings. I really don't have a favorite treat I just think you have to try a few and use the one...
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    Professional teeth cleanings followed by...

    Professional teeth cleanings followed by aggressive home care should help you with the problem. Small dogs typically have more severe dental disease than large dogs and therefore require a more...
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    My first thought is that it could possibly be...

    My first thought is that it could possibly be demodectic mange. This is a non-contagious form of mange that causes patchy hairloss but does not typically itch. It is usually seen in pups less than...
  43. I think there are many factors that contribute to...

    I think there are many factors that contribute to bloat (or GDV). I have never seen anything other than anecdotal evidence that ice cubes or ice cubes in water contribute in any way to increasing...
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    Yes. Phone service has been restored but we...

    Yes.

    Phone service has been restored but we seem to be having problems more often than I remember in the past. It's just a bit frustrating in a business where we rely on that dependability to...
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    WE ARE OPEN!!!!

    We are having telephone issues at Killeen Veterinary Clinic this morning (Friday, July 22). If anyone has called and your call did not go through please call again as we have had our land lines...
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    I believe the key factor is preventing ligament...

    I believe the key factor is preventing ligament injuries in the knees of dogs is keeping a dog at the proper weight. That being said, I see quite a few that are in peak physical condition and injure...
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    I think that treats are OK in moderation and be...

    I think that treats are OK in moderation and be sure that they are eating an appropriate life stage diet as their primary source of nutrition.
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    Ringworm can be transmitted from the kids to the...

    Ringworm can be transmitted from the kids to the cats though typically it is transmitted the other way. Treat kids aggressively and clean and wash any areas that the kids and cats could share...
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    The amount of time it takes for familiarization...

    The amount of time it takes for familiarization between animals varies case by case. It depends on the personalities of all involved. I recommend strict supervision at first and stay at the ready...
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    It is extremely uncommon for a dog older than 12...

    It is extremely uncommon for a dog older than 12 months of age to become clinically ill with parvovirus in my experience. If properly vaccinated and boostered then most dogs will be protected...
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