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1625 Martin Highway
Palm City, FL 34994
Office: 772-288-3456
www.vet4yourpet.net |
 MARCH 2013
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A NOTE FROM THE DOCTORS
 Dr. Waters and Poderski attended the Martin County Fair Swine Auction this year. They sponsored 2 of Martin County's Youth by bidding on and buying 2 pigs. Youths raise animals under the 4-H or FFA organization to gain skills in the livestock industry. They raise the animals, show them at the fair, and then sell them. Most of the students use the money for college. The doctors at Martin Downs Animal Hospital were very happy to support these young people in their endeavors.  On another note, Aleksander (Bucky), Dr. Waters and Poderski's son, will be completing his Eagle Scout Project at Domino's House on March 16-17. The enclosure will be for "Bella's House" where they will be housing all of the FELV / FIV positive cats. This will be a comfortable space for the infected cats to live out their lives. Bucky could not have completed this project without our clients support. Thank you!!! Pictures will follow...
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HOSPITAL UPDATES / SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Anesthesia-Free Dentals
 Pet Dental Services will be here to perform anesthesia-free dentals on the following dates:
March 7th
April 4th
If you would like to know if your pet is a candidate, please call us and schedule an appointment.
Book Your Pet's Resort Stay
 Spring Break and Easter will be here before you know it. If you are going out of town or just planning a few day trips, you can be sure your pets are safe and secure. We offer overnight stays and also daycare for your convenience. Book your pet's hotel accommodations here at Martin Downs Animal Hospital's Resort & Spa. Staff Education  On Monday, February 25th, the doctors and staff at Martin Downs Animal Hospital went through their annual OSHA training. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration's objective is for businesses to comply with the laws regarding safety in the workplace. The training session educated the staff on all of these guidelines. Doctors Out Of The Office  Just a reminder... Dr. Waters and Poderski will be out of the office March 8-10th. They will be back on Monday, March 11. Dr. Giovando will be available for all of your pet's medical needs.
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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
 Shannon has been working in the veterinary world for 3 years and counting. She has plans to go to St. Petersburg College to become a Certified Veterinary Technician. Shannon has been married for 13 years and has an 11-year-old son. She is also a foster parent for the Children's Home Society and volunteers for the Humane Society and Little Smiles in her spare time. To add to her busy schedule, she has 5 dogs, 2 cats and a guinea pig that she takes care of. |
BOARDER OF THE MONTH 
Our lovely boarder of the month is Maggie. Maggie is a beautiful Irish Setter. She stayed comfortable in one of our large suites in our Pet Resort. She had plenty of time to mix and mingle with all of the other resort guests and day guests. She enjoyed all of the attention she received while she was on vacation.
If you would like to book your pet's get-a-way vacation, please call us...
772-288-3456.
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GROOM OF MONTH
 Emma is a 4 year old Airedale Terrier who is  new to our Spa. While here, she received a soothing Hydrosurge Bath and was then gently blown dry by hand. Next she got a haircut and pedicure by one of our professional groomers. If your pet is looking for a makeover, schedule a day at the Spa!! We know they will love it!
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| SAVE 10% OFF NEW GROOMS |
All pets new to grooming in our Spa will receive 10% off these services.MUST PRESENT COUPON FOR DISCOUNT
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FEATURE CREATURE
One of our patients, Jacob, was featured in an article in the Martin Health System "For Your  Health" Magazine...   Do you have a special pet?? Let us know and we will feature them in our newsletter.
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ADOPTION CORNER
Domino's House - Duffy
 Greetings, my name is Duffy and I'm a 5 year old tiger striped gentleman cat. I love everyone. You, your family, friends, dogs and other cats. As a matter of fact, I consider being friends with all an important part of my job of being a great house cat. Just give me a chance and I'll show you what a love and asset to your life I can be. Remember, the name is Duffy and I'm at Domino's House. Come on over.
Urban Tails - BJ
BJ is a Maltese Mix who has had a very hard life. He was surrendered by his family because he was bitten by a dog and they did not want to pay the vet bills. We took him and fixed him up, as far as his bite, but he still has some rehab to go. His hind fur is starting to come back and he is shedding some of his excess weight. He is 20lbs and should be around 16lbs. He is very sweet, gets along with other dogs, neutered and up to date on shots. He is estimated to be around 4 years old.
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NUTRITION 101
 
MYTH OR FACT?
Gluten-Free Diets Are Healthier.
IT'S A MYTH
Although only 1% to 2% of people have celiac disease and require a gluten-free diet, many more people are jumping on the gluten-free bandwagon in hopes it will help them lose weight or feel better. And many of them assume that a gluten-free diet is what's best for their pets, too. THE FACTS Gastrointestinal problems associated with gluten are rare in dogs:- Gluten-induced enteropathy (celiac disease) is very rare in dogs and has been reported primarily in Irish Setters.
- Pets with celiac disease react to the proteins (gluten) in wheat, rye and barley.
- The protein in corn gluten does not cause GI problems, even in individuals with celiac disease.
Gluten is an excellent source of high-quality protein: - Gluten is the concentrated protein from grain after all the starch has been removed.
- Corn gluten meal contains approximately 60% to 70% protein.
- It provides essential amino acids that form the building blocks for protein.
- Gluten is highly digestible.
Protein Concentrations in Common Pet Food Ingredients (as fed): Gluten provides structure to pet food: - Just as wheat gluten is added to breads to enhance the texture, a small amount in pet food helps canned formulas, kibbles and treats hold their shape.
REMEMBER Gluten from various grains is a nutritious ingredient that provides a concentrated source of protein in pet foods. GI problems associated with wheat gluten are rare in dogs and cats, and corn gluten does not cause problems, even in pets with celiac disease.
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COMMON QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
 Q: Why do I need to run yearly labwork if my pet is on a Thyroid supplement?
A: Labwork is necessary to monitor the level of medication in your pet's body. Drug levels need to be monitored on a regular basis to make sure that the medication is at effective and therapeutic levels, while at the same time safeguarding them as much as possible from the risk of any potential side effects.
 Q: Why do I need yearly labwork when my pets are on NSAIDS?
A: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) are processed through the liver. Before starting an NSAID program, your veterinarian will require your pet to have blood work to ensure that their liver and kidneys are functioning correctly as most NSAIDS are metabolized through these organs. With long-term NSAID use, regular blood work will be required. It is important to select these medications with care since some pets are more sensitive than others to the potential side effects of analgesics.
 Q: Why do I need to run labwork before an anesthetic procedure?
A: Just as your doctor requires pre-testing before any anesthesia or surgical procedure, so does your veterinarian. Your pet can't talk and often shows no signs when something is wrong. So how do you know? Pre-operative testing is the best way to ensure your pet is healthy enough for the proposed surgical procedure. With today's medical testing and technology, you can feel confident and have the peace-of-mind that your pet is healthy enough for surgical procedures.
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MILITARY DISCOUNT:
10% Off Services
(Must present Military ID for discount)
Certain Restrictions May Apply
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IN HONOR OF ALL THOSE SERVING OR WHO HAVE SERVED -- Thank You!
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