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Clinic Hours:
Monday - Friday :
8am to 6pm
Saturday :
8am to 2 pm
Sunday : Closed
T: 408.263.3990
F: 408.263.0331
1393 S. Park Victoria Dr.
Milpitas, CA 95035
Click here for directions.
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News
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It's the hottest time of the year and that can be really hard on pets. In fact, they can suffer from heatstroke just like us! Make sure you keep your pets out of direct sun and keep them hydrated! In this month's newsletter we focus on the importance of keeping your pets health up-to-date, watching out for dangerous rattlesnakes and how to calm your overactive jumping pet. We are also giving away free samples of pet food! We would love to know your thoughts on these important issues on our new Facebook page! Get connected and become our fan today.
Keeping our pets healthy and happy,
The Doctors and Staff of Parktown Veterinary Clinic
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Newsletter Highlights
Dangers of Rattlesnakes
Senior Pet Care
Jumping Pups
Staff Updates
Welcome
Dr. Nate Fichtenberg
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Rattlesnakes are out and about this time of year and at Parktown we have already seen several injuries from rattlesnakes this summer!
Dogs are often attracted to the snakes and attempt to play or bite at them For this reason, most bites to dogs occur on the face or on the legs. The rattlesnake’s poison effects the animals blood vessels. Severe swelling occurs soon after the bite with up to 1/3 of the total blood circulation being lost into the tissues in a matter of hours. The toxin causes the blood to have trouble clotting resulting in uncontrolled bleeding.
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What if my pet was bite in the face?
Bites to the face can result in swelling around the airway and inability to breath. Rattlesnake bites can be quickly fatal and require treatment immediately.
Does Parktown offer an anti-venom?
At Parktown we carry rattlesnake anti-venom. This is an emergency medication that should be given as soon as possible after a snake bite. However, treating dogs for snake bites is not a simple thing and also requires the animal to be placed on intravenous fluids, given oxygen therapy, hospitalized, and given other emergency medications. Treatment for rattlesnake bites is very intense and can be very costly, partly due to the high cost of the anti-venom. Preventing bites is by far the best medicine!
Is there a vaccination that can protect my pet?
Vaccinating your dog against rattlesnakes is one way to help keep them safe. While all dogs bitten by snakes regardless of vaccination status must seek emergency treatment, vaccinated dogs typically require less anti-venom, require less time in the hospital, and have a better chance of survival than unvaccinated dogs. The vaccine is given initially as a set of two boosters administered three to four weeks apart. Annual boosters are then recommended. If your pet plays in rattlesnake areas, please be sure your pet is up to date! Call our hospital today to schedule your pet’s rattlesnake booster.
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Does your pup jump on you? On your guests?
 Puppies will jump on you for many reasons.
Remember, this is normal dog behavior. However, it is your job to teach them an alternative behavior. In order to discourage the jumping you may have to change some of your own behavior. For example when you come home and your dog greets you at the door by jumping up all over you, what do you do? Do you reach down and pet her? You could be inadvertently teaching your puppy that it is ok to jump on you when you come in the front door. In this situation, by petting your puppy you are rewarding her for jumping (petting is the reward). Rather than pet your puppy when you come home, ignore her for about 15 minutes, this will allow her time to calm down. After 15 minutes then ask her to sit, then pet her.
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If she gets up, stop petting her and walk away. After doing this a few times, your puppy will learn she only gets your attention when she is sitting nicely.
Never use your puppy's collar to hold her down. Also, please do not "knee" her in the chest, step on her paws, or pinch her front feet to disourage jumping. This will only cause your puppy to fear you coming home. Please remember, do not allow visitors or anyone else to pet her unless all four paws are on the floor.
If your puppy is jumping on you use the command "Off" and aks her to "Sit". Once all 4 paws are on the ground "Mark" the behavior and then pet, treat and praise your puppy.
Note: If your puppy is just too excited and you can not get a "Sit" and she is still jumping you can "Own your own space" by walking into her. While doing this give the command "Off". This will force your puppy to get out of your way. Most of the time puppies will sit. If your puppy does "mark" the behavior and reward your puppy.
written by Vicky Rusconi, our dog trainer
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Your guide to cat adoption:
Get Your Home Ready: Cat proofing your home is important, this includes making sure that there are no toxins such as rat poison, slug bait or antifreeze accessible to your new cat.
Get Your Supplies: Make a list of things you need for your new cat.
Plan the Right Time: Make sure you have time to spend with your cat when he first arrives. Friday is often a good day to bring your cat home - you have the entire weekend to get to know each other.
Cat Introductions: Slowly and carefully introduce him/her to your other cats. Let them smell each other under the door. Gradually, let them see each other from the door crack and eventually let them meet. Do this supervised.
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Come in for a visit and receive a free sample bag of Simply Wild Pet Food!
We now carry Simply Wild Pet Foods! It may look like an ordinary kibble, but this new formula was developed around total nutrition for your pet. It's all-natural, holistic pet food fortified with vitamins and minerals.
The special blend of nutrients include Omega Fatty Acids for healthy skin and coat, Glucosamine for strong joints and Probiotics for maximum nutrient absorption and digestion.
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This month, for a limited time only, we are offering free samples of dog or cat food!
Visit our office today.
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Is your pet a “senior citizen?”
We all know that animals age at a much faster and more dramatic rate than humans because their projected life span is quite a bit shorter. An older pet (greater than seven years of age), may be more prone to serious health problems such as diabetes, arthritis, cancer, kidney disease, glaucoma, and heart disease.
Parktown Veterinary Clinic is offering a discounted senior screening program for all senior pets from now until September 31st!
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Senior Package includes:
- Office visit & exam
- Senior wellness blood panel:
-- Blood chemistry: Evaluates your pet’s liver, kidneys, blood sugar, blood proteins, and electrolytes
-- Complete blood cell count: Evaluates your pets red and white blood cells
- Thyroid test: Did you know that hypothyroidism, or low thyroid, is the most common endocrine disease of dogs? Hyperthyroidism is most common in cats and can cause signs of weight loss despite eating more as well as increased thirst. Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are treatable conditions. If these disorders are not detected and go without treatment, both can result in serious and potentially life threatening problems.
- Urinalysis: This test not only checks for underlying urinary infections, but also checks for glucose (sugar) in the urine and helps evaluate your pet’s kidney function.
- Chest radiographs: These screening x-rays evaluate your pet’s heart and lungs. This is important in older pets as heart disease often goes un-detected until it has progressed to congestive heart failure. X-rays of the lungs helps us to detect development of asthma and bronchitis, both common in our older pets, as well as screens for pulmonary metastasis, or tumors in the lung field.
- Eye exam & tonometry: The doctor will check your pet for glaucoma and perform a cataract screening.
- Blood pressure testing: Just like in people, pets can suffer from hypertension. Hypertension in cats is often associated with kidney disease and early detection and treatment is important to prevent serious problems to the heart as well as loss of vision.
SAVE $125 OFF
Total cost of Senior Wellness Package
OFFER ENDS September 31, 2010!
PAY ONLY $375!
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Parktown Staff Update
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  Dr. Long and the rest of the Parktown staff proudly welcomes the newest member of our veterinary team, Dr. Nate Fichtenberg!
Born and raised in Sonoma, California, Dr. Fichtenberg received honors in a Zoology degree at University of California at Santa Barbara and then attended veterinary school at The Royal Veterinary College in London, England. Dr. Fichtenberg has special interest in internal medicine, diagnostic imagery, pharmacology, and anesthesiology. Outside of work, he spends his time with his wife, Véronique. They enjoy tango dancing, hiking, wine tasting, and spending time with their cat, LoveBug.
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Upload your pet to our new pet portal. Go to: ParktownVet.com. Signing up is easy and the benefits are great!
 Check vaccination & exam status
Request prescription refills & delivery
Request appointments
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Your pets can have their own space online, with pictures. |
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