BREAKING NEWS - EEE WARNING FOR HORSES
(last updated 8/3/2010)
July 26th, 2010 – DCPAH has confirmed that 3 Michigan horses have tested positive for the mosquito-borne disease “Eastern Equine Encephalitis or EEE”. Several other horses are highly suspect and tests are pending.
Tips for preventing mosquito-borne diseases include:
Avoid mosquito bites: Use insect repellent when outdoors,especially from dusk to dawn.
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Look for EPA-labeled products containing active ingredients, such as DEET, Picaridin (KBR3023), or oil of lemon eucalyptus (p-me nthane 3,8-diol). Apply more repellent, according to label instructions, if mosquitoes start to bite.
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Mosquito-proof homes: Fix or install window and door screens and cover or eliminate empty containers with standing water where mosquitoes can lay eggs.
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Protect your horses: West Nile Innovater +EWT is recommended for all horses in the U.S. Horses should be vaccinated annually. It’s not too late this year to vaccinate your horses. If your horses have never had the vaccination, it requires a 4 week booster in order to be effective.
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Use approved insect repellants to protect horses.
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If possible, put horses in stables, stalls, or barns during the prime mosquito exposure hours of dusk and dawn.
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Eliminate standing water and drain water troughs, and empty buckets at least weekly.
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 Proudly introducing the Monthly Spotlight with our Head Licensed Veterinary Technician,
Christie D. Buchholz.
Each month, Christie will feature a topic to help your pet live a long and happy life!
Click here to enjoy this month's topic... |
Check out the great photos  from Community Youth Days 2010... and see the winning names for the "Name the Ducklings Contest"! click here |
 May 25th, 2010 - 2nd Annual Community Youth Day!
Click here for a printable flyer. |
Think Spring! Annual Heartworm Days coming soon!
April 17th & April 24th, 2010 |
 Join us! FREE Equine Seminar
When: February 23rd, 2010 from 5-7pm
Where: Holiday Inn Express Conference Room, Charlotte
What: Dr. Howard & Dr. Morris will be sharing information on dental care, vaccinations, deworming and more! Lots of special prizes! |
Back for 2010! Equine Wellness Packages 
Click here for Equine Newsletter 2010
Call our office today to see which package fits your horses' needs best and reserve your package soon!
Click here for our new Equine Brochure for Vaccination Guidelines and much more! |
HAPPY NEW YEAR! 
We hope that 2010 is bringing you lots of joy and happiness with your 2 & 4 legged friends! With great pleasure, we announce our new Reminder Format. Effective January 1st, you will receive a complimentary HealthyPet Magazine when your pet comes due for vaccinations, exams and other important veterinary services. If we miss hearing from you, expect a 2nd reminder in the form of a postcard.
The HealthyPet Magazine is our gift to you! Please enjoy the entertaining and educational information that is veterinarian approved, Apple Grove exculsive specials and lots more. Look for your own magazine to come in the mail soon. Let us know what you think! |
 JOIN US!
The 6th Annual Pet Photos with Santa!
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 5-7pm Complimentary! Lot's of fun!
All 2 & 4-legged friends welcome... |
| November 30th, 2009 - Great thanks to all of you who donated items for the FOUR-LEGGED FOOD DRIVE during the month of November! Eaton County Humane Society will benefit immensely from your generousity! |
NOVEMBER SPECIAL!
In honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month, we will be offering Blood Glucose Testing for only $16 in the month of November. Please take advantage of this important test with a quick appointment, have results in seconds! Click here for more information. |
 SEE photos & results from our 2nd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest!
Click here. |
BREAKING NEWS - Canine Influenza (last updated 11/11/2009)
Canine Influenza is a contagious disease of dogs caused by the Canine Influenza Virus (CIV), H3N8 subtype. Canine flu is different from human influenza viruses and it is not contagious to people; however it is very contagious among dogs. Influenza viruses are always adapting and at times may infect more than one species. Current science indicates that dogs cannot contract H1N1 or any other human influenza viruses. Interestingly, infection with the H1N1 virus was recently confirmed in a cat in Iowa, which subsequently made a full recovery.
Clinical signs of infection with CIV include a cough that may persist as long as 2-3 weeks. The influenza virus weakens dogs’ immune response and may create a favorable environment for secondary bacterial infections in the upper respiratory tract. When this occurs, dogs may also have sneezing and yellowish green nasal discharge. Most dogs will recover with no complications and do not need any medication. Approximately 10% of dogs will get pneumonia due to secondary bacterial infections
A new vaccine for CIV was just released in May of 2009 and we are now offering the vaccine. This vaccine is recommended only for dogs at high risk of exposure. This includes dogs housed in large groups including boarding facilities, breeding kennels, doggy day care, grooming salons, dog parks, and dog shows. Please contact us with any further questions and we’d be happy to schedule you an appointment if you’d like to have your canine companion vaccinated. |
SAVE TIME AT SURGERY CHECK-IN!
Just click here to print release forms for surgery & dental cleanings. Read, Review and Sign prior to check-in and save at least 10 minutes! |
| October 27th, 2009 - We are excited to now offer Physical Rehabilitation Services for your pets! Call our office 543-6101 and ask for Dr. Howard or e-mail her directly DrHoward@applegrovevet.com for more information. |
 Fall 2009 Newsletter is here!
Click above for the PDF version or request a mailed copy here.
Lots of great info including Dental Health, Senior Pet Wellness, Ask the Doctor, People Foods & Pets, upcoming events and much more! |
 BOOK SIGNING DATES WITH LOCAL AUTHOR!!
We are pleased to announce 2 book signing dates with local author, Laura Newland. Her book "Nicky Boy, I Love You" is based on a true heartworming story of her beloved dog, Nicky. Great for all ages! Join us for an autographed copy on...
Saturday, November 14th from 10am-12pm
Tuesday, December 8th from 5pm-7pm (during Pet Photos with Santa!) |
 NOVEMBER 2009 - FOUR LEGGED FOOD DRIVE! Help us fill the barrel for our furry friends! We will collect items for donation to local shelters & pet rescues. In November, we will be accepting cat & dog food, cat litter, towels, etc. Help people and their pets stay together by eliminating one of the financial barriers to proper pet care.
ALSO, announcing our LOST & FOUND Animal Photo Album. If you have lost a pet, found a pet, or know a pet in need of adoption...you are welcome to send us a photo to add to our photo album. |
 OCTOBER 2009 - HALLOWEEN PET COSTUME CONTEST! Visit us between October 1st-30th, 2009 to show off your pet's costume or e-mail a favorite photo of your pet modeling it's costume! Special Prizes!! All contestants featured on our website. E-mail photos to info@applegrovevet.com |
| Check out our new & improved hospital brochure! Request one via e-mail here |
| Meet Dr. Rachel L. Morris - July 2009 The addition of Dr. Morris increases our veterinary practice to THREE mixed animal practitioners allowing us to add more evening hours much to popular demand, more flexibility for farm call scheduling and much more! We can't wait for you to meet her! |
Thank you all for making Community Youth Day 2009 a fun experience for all involved!
Check out some highlights from the day... |
| Join Us! COMMUNITY YOUTH DAY on May 27th, 2009 from 4-7pm |
| Meet Dr. Erin K. Howard! - May 2009 |
| NEW Online Official Coggins Certificates - results FAST! - March, 2009 |
| NEW for 2009! Equine Wellness Packages - February 1st, 2009 |
| SAVE THE DATES! Annual Heartworm Days April 18th & April 25th, 2009 |
| "Paws for Charity" Donation UPDATE - October 6th, 2008 |
| WANTED - Horses with Cushing's Disease - September 2008 |
| “Paws
for Charity ” Summer Donation Program - June 2008 |
| Fort Dodge Animal Health Announces Reintroduction
of Proheart 6 to the U.S. Veterinary Market - June 5, 2008 |
