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What is Chagas Disease? One of the more serious threats to dogs in Texas is a very little-known disease called Chagas. It is a disease that has been increasingly diagnosed

Ultrasound for Pets If your veterinarian has recommended an ultrasound when assessing your pet’s health, you may find yourself wondering what an ultrasound does and how it is helpful. Ultrasound

By:Dr.Heflin Along the Gulf Coast, a very prevalent resident of our backyards harbors one of the more common toxins to dogs. The bufo marinus (the Giant, Marine or Cane toad)

It is often misconstrued at which age does our pet become considered a 'senior' and what that means. There is no direct answer because it varies between species and size

Heartworms tend to be confused with intestinal worms and mistaken as a parasite that can easily be treated with an oral dewormer. Unfortunately this is not the case. Heartworm disease

During this time of year we are known to have extremely high temperatures. Sometimes reaching upwards of 100 degrees Farenheit. And while staying cool for us may be as easy

April showers bring May flowers but the wet conditions of Spring can also bring an increased risk of developing an infection called Leptospirosis. Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection which can

A trip to the vet is something that we strive to make our patients feel confident about. Since we at Mission Veterinary Hospital are a mixed animal practice we have

"Geez Buddy, your breath is stinky!" As a pet owner you get accustomed to your pet's habits. Dog or cat, they have their own way of being and you know

We hope our new site will be much easier to navigate through and convey our message as a hospital. Our promise has been to serve the Rio Grande Valley and