How Can Integrative Medicine Help My Pet in Alpena?

How Can Integrative Medicine Help My Pet in Alpena?

At Switzer Veterinary Clinic, we believe your pet deserves the very best—whether that’s a traditional treatment plan, alternative therapies, or a blend of both. That’s where integrative medicine comes in. It’s not about choosing one method over the other; it’s about combining the most effective tools from all corners of veterinary care to support your […]

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Benefits of Laparoscopic Surgery For Pets 

Benefits of Laparoscopic Surgery For Pets 

As a pet parent, few things make you more fearful than the idea of surgery for your precious pal. The procedure itself is nerve-wracking enough, but so is the recovery, the pain, and the potential complications. There’s good news, though. Veterinary medicine has made big strides in surgery. One of the most promising surgical developments […]

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Why is My Dog Throwing Up Yellow Foam?

Why is My Dog Throwing Up Yellow Foam?

The day’s off to a calm start—until your pup suddenly delivers a surprise puddle of yellow foam and strolls off like it’s business as usual. Understandably, your alarm bells go off. Is it something they ate? Is it serious? At Switzer Veterinary Clinic, we hear this question often, and we’re here to help you decode […]

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Summer Herd Health: Keeping Farm Animals Safe

Summer Herd Health: Keeping Farm Animals Safe

Herd health is serious business for our team at Switzer Veterinary Clinic. Our mobile unit contains the medical supplies and equipment we need to perform comprehensive herd health visits, general wellness exams, diagnostic testing, and even certain surgeries to help keep your farm animals healthy. Chickens and small goats are welcome at our clinic in […]

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Invest in Your Pet’s Health with Pet Wellness Care and Pet Insurance

Invest in Your Pet’s Health with Pet Wellness Care and Pet Insurance

It used to be that pets only received veterinary care when they were very sick or seriously injured. Unfortunately, this meant that pets battled quietly without intervention or treatment, resulting in decreased quality of life and shorter lifespan. Modern veterinary medicine prioritizes preventive care. Because of early detection and effective treatments, the need for urgent […]

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Tick Awareness and Prevention for Alpena Pets 

Tick Awareness and Prevention for Alpena Pets 

When you commit to care for a pet, you know that you are responsible for whatever comes along with taking care of your new family member. Most people, though, didn’t want to care for any unwelcome hitchhikers that might decide to make their home on that pet. Flea and tick prevention is an important part […]

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Pet Poison Prevention Month: Essential Tips for Alpena Pet Owners in March

Pet Poison Prevention Month: Essential Tips for Alpena Pet Owners in March

Without realizing it, there are many toxins your pets might come into contact with on a daily basis. Pet Poison Prevention Month helps owners identify and remove toxins to help you avoid a dangerous and scary situation. 

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Signs Your Horse Needs a Dental Check-Up

Signs Your Horse Needs a Dental Check-Up

Equine dental care is an important element of overall health and wellness. When we can examine a horse every 6-12 months, we are likely to catch issues in and around the mouth, and hinder the development of various equine dental issues. Even with regular checkups, however, sometimes dental issues can still develop. The good news […]

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Maximizing Herd Health: Expert Wellness Care for Farm Animals in 2025

Maximizing Herd Health: Expert Wellness Care for Farm Animals in 2025

Herd health is an important element of being responsible for a lot of animals. Routine veterinary checks should be a top priority to find any potential health issues early. Because of the importance and benefits of proactive herd management, we provide this service to local livestock owners. 

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Winter Pet Safety Tips

Winter Pet Safety Tips

Old Man Winter has arrived, and that means it’s time for a friendly refresher on the best ways to practice winter pet safety, both indoors and out. Check out these tips from our team at Switzer Veterinary Clinic to help keep your furry friends safe and warm during Michigan’s coldest season.

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