North Elm Animal Hospital - Frequently Asked Questions

Boarding Questions
	My pet is coming to board. What should I bring?
Cat Questions
	Why do I have to give a rabies vaccine to my cat that only stays inside?
	Why does my cat need an annual exam? He seems just fine!
	Should I get insurance for my cat?
	Can cats see colors?
	Should my cat be on heartworm preventative?
	Why do cats need annual physical examinations with their vaccinations?
	Rules For Keeping Cats Litterbox Happy
Dog Questions
	Why does my dog need an annual exam? He seems just fine!
	Should I get insurance for my dog?
	Cold, wet noses are good, right???
	Can dogs see colors?
	My dog tears up my house when I leave … what can I do?
	Should I vaccinate my dog against Lyme disease?
	How do dogs get heartworms?
	Why is chocolate bad for dogs???
	Why do dogs need annual physical examinations with their vaccinations?
Fleas Questions
	How do I deal with fleas in my house?
	Handling a flea emergency
Kitten Questions
	Kitten Visit Schedule
	When should I declaw my kitten?
	Why should I spay or neuter my kitten, and when should it be done?
	When do you switch from kitten foods to adult food?
	Recommended Reading for Kitten & Cat Owners
	When does my new kitten need to be seen by a veterinarian?
Medication Questions
	My animal is in pain, can I give her something from my medicine cabinet?
Microchip Questions
	What is a microchip?
	Will my “GPS” track my microchipped animal?
	How is a microchip implanted? Does it require surgery or anesthesia?
	How does a microchip help reunite a lost animal with its owner?
Poison Questions
	Food Hazards
	Poisonous Plants
Puppy Questions
	Puppy Visit Schedule
	When does my new puppy need to be seen by a veterinarian?
	Why should I spay or neuter my puppy, and when should it be done?
	When do you switch from puppy foods to adult food?
	Recommended Reading for Dog & Puppy Owners
Surgery Questions
	My pet is having surgery tomorrow ...what do I need to do?
	When to spay or neuter my pet?

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