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Video Transcription: Today, we are going to talk about heartworms and how to prevent them, and more importantly, why we actually care about all this. I am Dr. Caroline Cofer; I am a veterinarian and the owner of Pet’s Favorite Vet in Boiling Springs, South Carolina. Also, I am a certified Veterinary Acupuncturist from Chi…

If you are a pet owner, the thought of losing your furry friend is undoubtedly terrifying. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to increase the chances of finding your lost pet. In this post, we will outline some tips to help you get started. Good luck! Step 1: Share your pet’s picture on social…

The dog days of summer are here, and that means hot weather and high temperatures. For pets, this can be really tough – especially if they don’t have a way to beat the heat. Check out these fun ways to help your pet stay cool during the summer months. #1: Fill up a wading pool…

Pets Favorite Vet is overjoyed to announce that we are the first Fear Free Certified Practice in Spartanburg, South Carolina!  In addition to the training each team member does to become individually certified, our procedures, communication and animal handling were all observed and coached by practice evaluators to ensure the best possible experience for people…

When a pet comes into the clinic for itching, one of our first questions is always about flea control. Often pet parents explain their lack of flea prevention with one of several tried and true reasons: I don’t see any fleas on him She never goes outside/only goes out to use the bathroom It’s winter…

Nobody likes to see their pet uncomfortable. Itching and scratching is one of most common reasons for a pet parent to book an appointment. Sometimes itching can be explained by a parasite (like mange) or a skin infection, but sometimes dogs and cats develop allergies. Knowing how to handle pet allergies can prevent hot spots…

Few things are less welcome in a pet-loving home than potty accidents. Whether of the liquid, solid, or in-between variety, a break in potty training can leave even the most level-headed and loving of pet parents exasperated. Potty problems can have several sources, but here are some of the most common. Urine: Urinary Tract Infections: Most…

Your veterinary team needs your help to make your pet’s visit as Fear Free as possible. One thing you can do is to ensure that your pet gets to the veterinary hospital in a calm state of mind. The following tips will help you, and your pet arrives in one piece and in peace. Preparing…

At some point in your pet-owning life, you will need to give prescribed medications or treatments to your pet. That can be stressful for you and cause fear or anxiety in your pet, but we have some tips to make home care easier for both of you. Oral Medications Medication Incognito Many pets will consume…