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Canine Travel Tips Summer is one of the most popular times of the year to travel with our pets.  And since the last week of summer is approaching, we wanted to share some Canine Travel Tips to help you prepare.

Collapse: A frequent presentation to the Emergency Services is a dog that has collapsed at home. There are multiple scenarios, but the most common is a dog that was previously completely normal who was in the yard and suddenly was…

My Pet is limping. Can I just give medications at home? If your pet is limping, whether it is a chronic (long-term), recurrent problem or if it is an acute (sudden) development, it is always safest to contact a veterinary…

Metropolitan is excited to be a sponsor at the 2015 DeBella Dog Walk in Green Lane Park on May 3rd. The DeBella Dog Walk is a FREE, outdoor gathering for people and their dogs, those looking to adopt, and those…

Family Lives on "Race for Traditions" Metropolitan is proud to once again be a sponsor at Family Lives On "Race for Traditions" on April 25th. Family Lives On provides grieving children and teens from the death of a parent with…

Cataracts By:  Amanda Corr, VMD, DACVO What is a cataract? A cataract is an opacification of the normally crystal clear lens inside of the eye. Like the lens of a camera, the lens helps to focus and allow for optimal…

Paws of Promise Recipient Sophie Paws of Promise Foundation was able to help another family. Meet Sophie ... she had an unfortunate accident that broke her left rear leg. But she was able to go through surgery and have it…

Paws of Promise Foundation helps our second family!! ELLIE is a 1 ½ year old pit bull terrier that was hit by a car. She suffered a bad fracture to her left front leg. She was able to have the…