The Silent Signs of Kidney Disease: Why Regular Urinalysis Saves Lives

The Silent Signs of Kidney Disease: Why Regular Urinalysis Saves Lives

When it comes to your pet’s health, some problems are loud and obvious—a limp, a cough, or a sudden loss of appetite. But others are more subtle, quietly progressing behind the scenes until they become much harder (and costlier) to treat. One of the most common examples? Pet kidney disease. At Dupont Veterinary Clinic, we […]

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Don’t Let the Benefits of Rabbit Neutering Hop Past You

Don’t Let the Benefits of Rabbit Neutering Hop Past You

Rabbits have great reputations as gentle, easy to care for pets..with one caveat. Even with special care and responsible ownership, the numbers of pet rabbits may exponentially skyrocket without human intervention. The good news is that unwanted litters can be prevented by spaying and neutering pet rabbits. The even better news is that there are […]

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What Preventive Bloodwork Can Reveal About Your Pet’s Health

What Preventive Bloodwork Can Reveal About Your Pet’s Health

All we pet parents want is for our furry family members to live long, happy, and healthy lives. The great thing about modern medicine is that with pet bloodwork, we have a tool to help achieve this goal!  Today, the team at Dupont Veterinary Clinic will share why routine blood tests for pets are so […]

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Tips on Getting Your Cat to the Vet

Tips on Getting Your Cat to the Vet

Does your cat turn into an escape artist the moment you bring out the carrier? You’re not alone. Getting your feline friend to the vet can feel like an epic quest, but it doesn’t have to be. At Dupont Veterinary Clinic, your trusted cat-friendly vet in Fort Wayne, IN, we understand the challenges, and are […]

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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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Allergies in Pets

Allergies in Pets

Allergies in pets usually cause itching (and lots of it). It’s not easy to just stand by and watch your best friend constantly scratch an itch that won’t go away. The first step toward any kind of relief is consulting your veterinarian. In addition to relieving the symptoms, we can work toward identifying possible reasons […]

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ACL Rupture in Dogs 

ACL Rupture in Dogs 

Pup personalities run the gamut from lazy lap dogs to high-performance athletes, but it might surprise you to know that no matter where your pet falls on the fitness spectrum, he or she can still be prone to injury—even an ACL rupture.  In dogs, this ligament is called the cranial cruciate ligament (or CCL), but […]

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