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Delmont Veterinary Hospital

PO Box 398
Delmont, PA 15626

(724)468-8000

www.delmontvethospital.com

Zoonotic disease dangers present legal risks to veterinarians

When humans contract diseases from their pets, the consequences, in rare instances, can carry legal ramifications for their veterinarians. It's a scenario Dr. ...

Birthing Puppies

Prenatal CarePreparing for your dog's labor and puppy care can be both exciting and fun; still, awareness of potential problems is of paramount importance. It ...

Surprise! Some sneezes go backward

Emergency rooms are magical places of brown smells, buzzing fluorescent lights, long wait times and stale coffee, so I can see why people would really want to s ...

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs

Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is caused by Rickettsia rickettsii. This intracellular parasite is transmitted to dogs through the bite of an infected tick. ...

Parvovirus Infection: Physical Illness and Treatment

Treatment for parvovirus infection centers on what is called supportive care. This means that the veterinarian’s job is to keep the patient hydrated, comfortabl ...

Dog Walking Tools

Collars, harnesses and leashes are all used to help control dogs, mainly when they are out of their homes. Even a well-trained, friendly dog needs to learn to b ...