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When Western Medicine Fails, Vet Looks East

Dr. Scott Shaw, Westside Pet Hospital

“I‘m a very scientific person. You have to prove something to me to believe,” Veterinarian Dr. Scott Shaw said as he described his first exposure to holistic medicine. “I had to take a leap of faith at first.” Shaw had a few veterinary cases in which traditional Western medicine didn’t provide a cure. “I tried […]

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A Rawhide a Day Keeps the Veterinarian Away

Some pet care health tips for the summertime

Summer is a great time to live in Central Oregon, inviting warm days and long evenings. Yes, have fun, but be safe by being aware of potential health hazards. A few reminders: Cheat grass (bromus tectorum) is an invasive grass found everywhere in Central Oregon. It grows in long stalks with brushy stickers on the ends. […]

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