Dr Saria’s Blog
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When the family is comfortable with our prayers
Aug 22 2013
“When the family is comfortable with our prayers, we offer words for each animal and family as we perform home euthanasia, and I am amazed at the depth of emotion…
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A Summer With Gold Coast Mobile Vet
Aug 24 2012
I have known Dr. Saria ever since I came to her as a fresh faced intern during the summer of 2010 working at her previous hospital in Waterbury. After spending…
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Mobile Veterinary Service Makes Sense For Many!
Mar 19 2012
According to research performed by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), pet owners want to take immediate action when a beloved dog or cat’s illness presents. Managing the pet’s stress…
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Anesthesia Options – What Are The Risks
Mar 13 2012
What are the largest risk factors for anesthesia? You are about to put your favorite 14 year old cat, Rotten Tooth, under anesthesia for a dental procedure. You are concerned…
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Canine Distemper Vaccination
Mar 13 2012
Is Canine Distemper real and do you honestly need to vaccinate against it? I never saw Canine Distemper in veterinary school. I personally saw no outbreaks and saw no physical…
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Drug Reps Help Low-Income Families & Their Pets
Mar 13 2012
Last week I told my readers about the incredible experience Gold Coast Mobile Veterinary Service had serving the homeless and low-income families of BT Barnum project in Bridgeport, Ct. I…
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Diagnosing A Kitty Who Is Urinating Outside of Box – Part 2
Mar 13 2012
Pet Diabetes Issues Part II Last week we met Josh, the unfortunate, urinating kitty. Through a series of careful questions about his home life and a succession of progressive tests,…
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Diagnosing A Kitty Who Is Urinating Outside of Box – Part 1
Mar 13 2012
Part 1 The client is in tears. The cat is huddled in the corner, confused and sick. A family friend is sitting on the stool, trying to comfort the owner.…
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Saying Goodbye: The Final Tough Decision for Pet Owners
Mar 13 2012
I understand the other side of the equation as well. There are times that one feels that an owner is ‘going too far’ or is blind to the pain and…
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Attempting To Solve Pet Mysteries
Mar 13 2012
One of the biggest magic tricks I have to perform is figuring out the real problem with someone’s ‘sick’ pet. “Hello Doc,” the new client says as she walks in…
