How to Create a Pet-Friendly Space in Small Apartments

How to Create a Pet-Friendly Space in Small Apartments

Pets can live in all different types of home. Sure, larger pets benefit from having a little more room, but that doesn’t mean they can’t thrive in an apartment. A compact living space can certainly meet a pet’s needs, and a little creativity goes a long way to promoting both physical and mental wellness. 

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Recognizing and Treating Pet Hypothermia and Frostbite

Recognizing and Treating Pet Hypothermia and Frostbite

Winter can be a beautiful time of year, but it’s important to remember that the cold weather can pose serious risks to our furry companions. As temperatures drop in Fort Wayne, pet owners need to stay vigilant about pet hypothermia and frostbite. Dupont Veterinary Clinic is here to help you recognize the signs and learn […]

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Pet Obesity

Pet Obesity

When you see a pet every single day, it can be challenging to notice gradual changes to their appearance or behavior. That is, until their routine wellness exam—it’s common for pet owners to be surprised by their pet’s weight. Because of the massive impact of pet obesity on overall health, happiness and longevity, we aim […]

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Food Allergies and Pets: We’re Here to Help

Food Allergies and Pets: We’re Here to Help

Treating a pet with allergies can be perplexing. It’s not always possible to distinguish food from environmental allergies (atopy). Except for flea allergies, where flea dirt can be seen, clinical signs are usually not enough to identify the allergy involved. At Dupont Veterinary Clinic, we’re committed to providing the highest-quality care to help your pets […]

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A Closer Look at Cat Vaccinations

A Closer Look at Cat Vaccinations

To be a cat owner, you have to be a cat lover. And to truly love cats, you have to support their overall health and day-to-day wellness. This means providing them with “creature comforts” and ensuring they remain safe from infectious diseases. While cat vaccinations are tailored to the unique needs of each pet, they’re […]

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Coping with Pet Anxiety During Holiday Fireworks and Noise

Coping with Pet Anxiety During Holiday Fireworks and Noise

Ringing in the holidays with festive gatherings and fireworks are fun traditions for people, but loud noises, unfamiliar voices, and hectic atmospheres can trigger anxiety in some of our animal friends. This holiday season, consider that the pets in your household may prefer some peace and quiet amid the hustle and bustle. And while we […]

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Holiday Pet Safety Tips

Holiday Pet Safety Tips

This time of year, most of us begin focusing on the upcoming holidays. Who will host? What dishes will we make? Is it too early to begin decorating (of course not!)? However, while our to-do lists may be long, holiday pet safety should remain a top priority. No Feasting for Fido Keeping pets out of […]

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Things That Go Bark in the Night: All About Halloween Pet Safety

Things That Go Bark in the Night: All About Halloween Pet Safety

If your pet loves wearing a costume and greeting gaggles of tiny princesses and superheroes at the front door, then Halloween is certainly as much fun for him or her as it is for the two-legged members of the family. This spooky time of year isn’t without its risks, however, even for those pets that […]

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When to Call the Vet for a Suspected Snake Bite

When to Call the Vet for a Suspected Snake Bite

Summer means the weather is warm enough for snakes to come out and enjoy the sunshine, which can be a problem for your pet.  Here in Indiana, we have four venomous snake species in the entire state: copperheads, cottonmouths, eastern massasauga rattlesnakes, and timber rattlesnakes. In Fort Wayne, your pet is more likely to run […]

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Never Leave Your Pet in a Hot Car During Summer (and Other Summer Safety Tips for Pets)

Never Leave Your Pet in a Hot Car During Summer (and Other Summer Safety Tips for Pets)

It’s tempting to bring Fido with you everywhere you go, especially during the summertime. The gray days of winter are over and everything is green, vibrant, and ready for adventure. But here in Indiana, our sticky summer days can soar to 80° Fahrenheit or higher—which feels a lot hotter when you factor in the humidity.  […]

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