Welcome to Information Central! Here you can find informative articles on current discoveries in veterinary medicine, as well as information on a variety of topics -- from how to best schedule an appointment, to how to set up your barn for a dental float. We plan to update and add to this page frequently, so please bookmark and check back often.
Articles
We want to keep you informed about the health and management of your animals. Below are some useful articles including ways to earn discounts and save money.
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Scheduling Your Appointments Guidelines to help us minimize your wait time and cost |
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Your Dental Appointment Guidelines for setting up for equine dentistry in the field |
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A Consumer Guide to Veterinary Dental Services Ever heard of a "veterinary dentist" or "equine dentist" who is not also a licensed veterinarian? Be very cautious of these people as they often offer potentially dangerous or damaging services... |
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Brand Inspections Traveling out of state? You need a brand inspection even if your horse doesn't have a brand. |
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Emerging Parasite Resistance: The End Of The Deworming Recipe Information on why we are changing the way we deworm horses |
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Parasite Resistance: How Does Your Horse Measure Up? Our newest guidelines for deworming your horse based on their susceptibilty to parasites |
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Equine Fecal Examination Survey Want to know what kind of shedder your horse is? Please print and fill this out and bring it in with a fecal sample. |
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Equine Rabies Vaccination Should your horse be vaccinated? |
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Equine Vaccine Guidelines Our recommendations for vaccinating your horses |
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Equine First Aid Kit Supplies For your peace of mind, here is a list of basic first aid items to have at home for your horse. Don't forget, you can purchase pre-made first aid kits here at the hospital. |
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EHV-1 Update June 30, 2011 Concerned about your horses? Here you will find current disease information and symptoms to watch for. |
Employment Opportunities
Please check back here for currently available positions. Should you be interested in joining our healthcare team please forward a current resume and letter of intent to: Linda Pressley at pressleymvvh@yahoo.com. No files here just yet. Come back laterFoothills Loop Backcountry Horsemen
Mount Vernon Veterinary Hospital is proud to be a member of the skagit chapter newsletter. Here you can find the latest articles written by our doctors. Missed an article from a previous year? Email us and we would be happy to send you a reprint.|
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Ensuring Adequate Hydration Written by: Laura Waitt, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM ~ Found in the September 2011 Issue |
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Punture Wounds to the Hoof Written by: John Zaccardi, DVM ~ Found in the October 2011 Issue |
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An Emerging Dental Disease Written by: Ken Leisher, DVM ~ Found in the November 2011 Issue |
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Surviving the Holidays with Pets Written by: Rachael Vellandi-Swenson, DVM ~ Found in the December 2011 Issue |
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Sand Colic Written by: John Zaccardi, DVM ~ Found in January 2012 Issue |
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Cold Weather Skin Disease Written by: Chris Hanson ~ Found in February 2012 Issue |
Miscellaneous Pet Care Information
Looking for more information? Here you will find flyers and brochures for a variety of animal related companies and services. We have also included lists assembled to help you in your search for a good farrier, boarding facility, or trainer for your pet. Please note that these lists are a courtesy and Mount Vernon Veterinary Hospital does not endorse any of the individuals or facilities listed.|
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Local Dog Trainers Does your dog have behavioral issues? Here are some trainers who may be able to help. |
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Is Adoption In Your Future? Adopt from one of these fine facilities and receive a complimentary exam on your new pet. |
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Boarding and Training Stables Here is a list of local trainers and boarding stables for your convienience. It is not an endorsement of these individuals or facilities. |
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Local Farriers A list of local farriers for your convienience. This is not an endorsement of any one individual. |
Packages & Discounts
Here you will find money saving packages and flyers for current discounts.|
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Mare Breeding Packages Breeding your mare with fresh cooled or frozen semen? We have money saving packages available here at the hospital that will make breeding your mare hassle free. Please note that board is not included in the price of the package, but the individual board prices per night are listed. |
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Group Discount Flyer Save money by gathering friends at one location |
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February Herd Health Discount Flyer Our annual 10% discount is in February this year. Details available here. Book early as we will fill up fast!! |
