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June 11, 2015 By Dr. Scott Leffler

How the Heat Affects Your Pet Most of us human or pet look forward to long days of summertime sunshine. Spring and summer mean warm breezes that make for enjoyable walks, sunbathing satisfaction, and pleasantries in between. But when does warm become hot? And how much heat is too much? High heat pet risk prevention […]

May 15, 2015 By Dr. Scott Leffler

Heartworm Information Warmer weather is here, which means it is again heartworm season. You have heard of heartworms before, but do you know what it means for your pet to have them? And do you know how to prevent or protect against heartworms? Being informed about the truths and myths of heartworms will help you […]

April 28, 2015 By Dr. Scott Leffler

Streetsboro, Ohio (April 29, 2015) – Animals make just as good friends as they do pets. Research increasingly shows they are also good for your health. An Ohio veterinarian has been observing this for years and today speaks out on healthy lifestyles regarding the advantages of man’s best friend.

April 10, 2015 By Dr. Scott Leffler

Preventing Fleas and Ticks on Your Pets Spring is not only the season of awakening animals of the wild; it is also the season of awakening fleas and ticks that gravitate toward our not-so-wild pets at home. Fleas and ticks are most active in the spring and summer seasons, which means that now is the […]

March 23, 2015 By Dr. Scott Leffler

What Should I Name My Pet? Choosing a name for your pet is one of the less physical parts of animal care for your pet, yet name-choosing can be just as laboring. It may have been easy finding the perfect pet whose personality goes well with yours. But figuring out a name for your pet, […]

February 13, 2015 By Dr. Scott Leffler

Do You Need a Cure for Your Dog’s Bad Breath? Do you have a good dog with doggie breath that isn’t as well behaved? If doggie breath is in the air, neither your nose nor your pet’s dental health will be happy. As mentioned on Animal Dogtor before, a lack in pet dentistry for your […]

January 21, 2015 By Dr. Scott Leffler

Pet Dental Care Just like their beloved human owners, a pet’s overall health can be affected by their dental health. If your dog or cat has a dental issue, then it’s time to see a veterinarian for a checkup. Dental disease can be a very serious problem for your pet, and you shouldn’t hesitate to […]

December 23, 2014 By Animal Dogtor

The city of Aurora, Ohio is a beautiful suburban area in northeast Ohio that is less than 45 minutes from Cleveland. With about 15,000 people living in the area, and more than 4,000 families, we have a close-knit community that supports all of its residents with a variety of services. Community Resources in Aurora, OH […]

November 27, 2014 By Animal Dogtor

Pet Health Myths You have probably heard lots of things about your pets that come from well-intentioned but misinformed people, and some of this advice can be quite harmful to your dog or cat. Here are some of the things that veterinarian and their staff hear most often from both pet owners and non-pet owners. […]

August 22, 2014 By Animal Dogtor

Did Your Pet Swallow a Foreign Object? Sometimes, your dog will eat something he or she shouldn’t. It can be while they’re chewing on something, or just because they eat whatever you have left out in your house or in your yard. While some people smile at dogs being dogs, the truth is that your […]