The Purr & Grrr is our quarterly practice newsletter for clients. We will be covering a wide variety of topics with interesting feature articles and news from the veterinary / pet loving world.

Spring 2010 (Web Version)

Spring 2010 (Click to download PDF version)

State of the Practice - One and a half years, and it has been great!
Lupine Collars are here! - Colorful collars and leads are unique.
The Microchip - An "Invisible" Electronic ID tag for your pet!
Spring Toxins...Beware - Common plants that are toxic to your pet.
Safety of Flea/Tick Meds - Are they harmful to your pet?
Indoor vs. Outdoor Cats - Should you let your cat go outdoors?
K9 Influenza Vaccination - Facts about H3N8, Canine Influenza.
Community News - What is going on?
HPVC Information - Office hours and other information.

Spring 2009 (Click to download PDF version)

 A Special Welcome - A special welcome from Dr. Liz Russell.
Tick and Lyme Disease -  They are in YOUR backyard!
Heartworm Disease - What is Hartworm Disease and how it can be prevented and treated.
Summertime Precautions - The heat isn't always easy for our animal friends.
10 Poisonous Plants  - Nice plants are not always so nice for our pets.
Community Announcements - Make sure you check out what is going on all around us!
Team Feature - Pets & their People
Preanesthetic Blood Work-  Why you can't compromise
True or False? - Cats only scratch on posts to sharpen their claws.  Find out the answer inside!
 

Winter 2009 (Click to download PDF version)

The importance of dental care for your pet - Feburary is Pet Dental Awareness Month.
On-Line Discont Pet Pharmacies - Buyer beware when ordering medications on-line.
Meet Percy and Butterfly - Our long term guests staying at The Black Cat Inn.
Why do dogs and cats eat Grass? - A long debated topic, but here is the medical truth!
Winter Weather Survival Guide
Pet Insurance - To insure or not and how to find the right policy for your needs and budget.
Community Announcements - Upcomming events at Greyhound Friends & Metro West Humane Society
Team Feature - Stephanie Sambor, Assistant Technition and her buddy "Curry"
Refer a Friend Club - Find out about our referal program and how to earn "Appreciation Dollars" that you can use towards future veterinary care.