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The Truth About Vital Signs: What Pet Owners Need to Know

Veterinarian listens to a dog's heartbeat

Just like humans, animals have measurable vital signs that indicate their body’s overall functioning. These vital signs include breathing rate, heart rate, temperature and blood pressure. Patients with abnormal vital signs might be considered unstable and urgent steps will be taken to return the heart rate or breathing rate to normal. Illness and injury are

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Does it matter what your veterinarian wears?

A veterinarian holding a small dog

As the pandemic winds down and public health restrictions are relaxed, veterinarians are looking forward to resuming more normal clinic schedules and procedures. That means we are looking forward to a time when pet families are again welcome in veterinary hospitals. I must admit, we have been more relaxed in our daily attire during the

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