Halloween can be a wonderful time of the year: full of tricks, treats, and candy! However, this holiday can also be dangerous for our furry family members. Here are a handful of things to watch out for with this upcoming holiday. Chocolate. Out of all the candy that...
The veterinary staff at Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic are always striving to provide the best diagnostics and care for your pet. One of our newer additions to our diagnostic tool options is the use of abdominal ultrasound. Often paired with x-rays, an ultrasound...
As a general practice veterinary clinic, we get to see a lot of strange cases coming in. And sometimes, the cases get beyond what we are capable of diagnosing or treating. Thankfully, in these instances, we have a wonderful network of referral options, including...
It may not seem like much, but your cat’s dental health is a huge component of his/her wellbeing. Numerous studies have linked dental disease with diabetes, heart disease, and more. And we’re not just worried about getting the tartar cleaned off or looking for...
