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Our Turlock veterinarians share helpful tips and advice to help you keep your pets healthy and happy.

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Puppy Vaccine Schedule: What Shots Puppies Need & When

Puppy Vaccine Schedule: What Shots Puppies Need & When

Getting your dog vaccinated protects your canine friend from a wide range of serious diseases, making vaccination schedules an essential part of your pet's annual health care. Our Turlock vets recommend following the vaccination schedule below.

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Puppy & Kitten: Are They a Good Match?

Puppy & Kitten: Are They a Good Match?

Are you ready to capture adorable moments of puppies and kittens together? Before you do, it's important to ensure they have a harmonious home life. Today, our Turlock vets share some tips on how to make sure that your puppy and kitten get along well together.

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Newborn Kittens: When Do Kittens Open Their Eyes?

Newborn Kittens: When Do Kittens Open Their Eyes?

Are you ready to capture adorable moments of puppies and kittens together? Before you do, it's important to ensure they have a harmonious home life. Today, our Turlock vets share some tips on how to make sure that your puppy and kitten get along well together.

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Kitten Age Chart: How to Tell How Old a Kitten Is

Kitten Age Chart: How to Tell How Old a Kitten Is

If you have a new kitten, you may be wondering about how to track their age and development during their crucial first year of life. Today, our Turlock vets share some information about how to tell how old a kitten is, and advice on how to care for your new feline friend.

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Common Pet Birds

Common Pet Birds

Birds can make for some of the most gentle, friendly, and long-lived pets you can invite into your home. Our Turlock vets take you through some of the most common types of companion birds, how to care for them, as well as answer some frequently asked questions.

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All You Need to Know About a Caique

All You Need to Know About a Caique

Are you a bird lover looking for a beautiful, smart, cheerful, happy, and sometimes mischievous bird to be a part of your family? If you are, the Caique species might be the right choice for you. Today, our Turlock vets tell you all you need to know about a Caique.

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Best Pet Birds for Beginners

Best Pet Birds for Beginners

Considering getting a feathered friend as a pet? You'll want to prioritize important characteristics such as personality and size before deciding on the best bird for you. Here are a few suggestions from our Turlock vets.

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Canary Care 101

Canary Care 101

The canary is a charming small bird that makes a cheerful companion. Plus, it's relatively easy to care for. If you're thinking of getting a canary, our Turlock vets have some tips for you on how to keep your canary happy and healthy. 

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Cat Skin Cancer: Signs, Causes & Treatment

Cat Skin Cancer: Signs, Causes & Treatment

Cat skin cancer is a serious health concern that can affect both indoor and outdoor cats. In this blog post, our Turlock vets discuss what cat skin cancer looks like, its symptoms, the risks for indoor cats, life expectancy, and available treatment options.

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Basal Cell Tumor in Cats: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Basal Cell Tumor in Cats: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

The skin or subcutaneous tumors are the most commonly diagnosed tumors in cats. Basal cell tumors in cats are one of them. In this blog post, our veterinarians in Turlock discuss the diagnosis and treatment of these tumors.

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Monte Vista Small Animal Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Turlock companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.

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