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Your Pet’s Health, Unlocked: Why Bloodwork Is So Important
Your Pet’s Health, Unlocked: Why Bloodwork Matters More Than You Think At Greenfield Veterinary Clinic, we know how deeply you care about giving your pet a long, healthy, and happy life. You provide love, comfort, and nutrition—but there are health issues that can develop silently, beneath the surface. One of the most effective ways to catch those problems early? Annual [...]
Is Your Pet’s Heart Healthy? A Vet’s Guide to Heart Disease in Pets
When your pet slows down, tires more easily, or starts showing signs of discomfort, it's easy to attribute it to aging or changes in routine. But in many cases, these subtle shifts may point to something more serious- heart disease. At Greenfield Veterinary Clinic in Greenfield, Wisconsin, we understand the anxiety that comes with any health concern, especially one involving [...]
Tick Talk: Protecting Your Dog from Lyme Disease
In Wisconsin, ticks are more than just a seasonal nuisance—they’re a serious threat to your dog’s long-term health. One of the most concerning tick-borne illnesses is Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and spread through the bite of an infected black-legged tick, commonly called a deer tick. At Greenfield Veterinary Clinic, we understand how stressful tick season can [...]
FHO (Femoral Head Ostectomy): A Surgical Option for Pets with Severe Hip Pain
When pets experience constant hip pain—whether from trauma, arthritis, or congenital issues—it affects far more than just mobility. It changes how they eat, sleep, play, and interact with you. At Greenfield Veterinary Clinic in Greenfield, Wisconsin, we believe in preserving comfort and restoring movement whenever possible. Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO) is one surgical option that can dramatically improve quality of [...]
Emergency Alert: What to Do When Your Pet Swallows Something They Shouldn’t
If you’ve ever caught your pet chewing on something they shouldn’t—or worse, swallowing it—you’re not alone. Foreign object ingestion is one of the most common and potentially serious emergencies we treat at Greenfield Veterinary Clinic. Whether it’s a sock, a skewer, or a squeaky toy, these incidents can lead to intestinal blockages, internal injuries, and even life-threatening infections if not [...]
Brachycephalic Airway Surgery: Improving Breathing & Health for Bulldogs, Pugs & More
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome (BAS) is a condition that affects many flat-faced (brachycephalic) dog and cat breeds. While these pets are adored for their signature short noses and expressive faces, the anatomical traits that make them so lovable often come at a cost: restricted breathing, heat intolerance, and reduced quality of life. At Greenfield Veterinary Clinic in Greenfield, Wisconsin, we’re [...]