Dr. Olivia Mirodone

We have noted over the past year or two an alarming increase in intestinal parasites in our area, and particularly in Hookworms. We’re not entirely sure why this is happening. It may be due to milder winters, an increased resistance of the worms to the medications used to kill them, or maybe the higher number…

Giardia are single-celled parasitic organisms that infect many types of animals around the world. Humans can become infected as well, but it is rare for Giardia from dogs and cats to transmit to people, and the same is true for transmission between dogs and kitties. Organisms are passed into the environment in feces and once…

Let’s be honest! We love giving our dogs treats as much as they love eating them, if not more. What a joy to walk through the isle at the pet store and pick out delicious morsels, never tried before: Peanut butter! Duck! Venison! The selection is overwhelming, it’s like picking candy for Halloween. If done…