H1N1 Swine Flu virus has now been

diagnosed in a dog in NY. 

It had recently been diagnosed in 1 cat in Iowa, and 2 cats and 3 ferrets in Oregon.  One of the cats died as a result of the infection.  It is believed that in each of these instances the pets got the virus from humans.  No evidence of further transmission from pets to owners is apparent.  Note: This is not the same as the H3N8 canine influenza virus. See News Items at the American Veterinary Medical Association site.

There is now a test available for H1N1 in pets.  So if your becomes sick with a respiratory signs and fever in a short timeframe after a household member has had swine flu - we should check your pet for this virus along with supportive care.

Yes - it is that time of year again when Dr. Carpino starts talking about health and weight loss!!

That means adjusting your pet's food, exercise, and for dog's we have the added option of Slentrol:  The first FDA-approved prescription medication to manage obesity in dogs.

Yes - if you bring your dog or cat in for a weight loss consultation and Dr. Carpino puts your pet on r/d or w/d, Hill's has a $25 rebate online that you can get!

Well, Samantha has gone off to sunny Florida (smart bird - Samantha), we are incredibly pleased that she has found such a wonderful home!