Dog Information Packet

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and hookworms†.

In addition to heartworms, tapeworms, and
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WHIPWORMS
If left untreated, whipworms can cause
discomfort and bloody diarrhea in dogs.

ROUNDWORMS
Roundworms are the most common
worms found in dogs and can infect
puppies before they are even born.

HOOKWORMS
Hookworms can invade your dog’s
digestive system and cause hookworm
anemia, making him or her very sick.

Dogs should be tested for heartworm prior to use.
Mild hypersensitivity reactions have been noted
in some dogs carrying a high number of circulating
microfilariae. Treatment with fewer than 6 monthly
doses after the last exposure to mosquitoes may not
provide complete heartworm prevention. Please see
full product label located at the back of this piece
for more information, or visit www.virbacpets.com.

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Dogs should be tested for heartworm prior to use. Mild
hypersensitivity reactions have been noted in some dogs
carrying a high number of circulating microfilariae. Treatment
with fewer than 6 monthly doses after the last exposure to
mosquitoes may not provide complete heartworm prevention.
Please see full product label located in this piece for more
information, or visit www.virbacpets.com.

References: 1. Heartworms. Pets & Parasites
website. Available at: http://www.petsandparasites.
org/dog-owners/heartworms/. Accessed on
May 30, 2015. 2. Heartworm in dogs. American
Heartworm Society website. Available at: https://
www.heartwormsociety.org/heartworms-in-dogs.
Accessed on July 7, 2015.
* Prevents flea eggs from hatching;
does not treat adult fleas.
† A. caninum.

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MT. PLEASANT ANIMAL HOSPITAL
1217 Ben Sawyer Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
843.884.4921
fax: 843.881.3540

Every summer veterinarians are presented with n
Most of the cases are mild, but unfortunately som
despite aggressive treatment.

Normal body temperature of our four-legged frie
outside rises and surpasses core body temperatu
themselves. Drooling and panting are the pet’s w
themselves. If the pet is unable to dissipate enoug
the heart, liver, kidneys, intestinal tract, and brain

SIGNS TO LOOK FOR:
Early Stages
• Rapid Breathing
• Increased Heart Rate
• Dry Mucous Membranes
• Depression
• Increased Body Temperature
Later Stages
• Collapse Pale Mucous Membranes
• Vomiting/Diarrhea
• Seizures/Coma
• Death

If you suspect your pet is suffering from heatstrok
coat in LUKEWARM water, apply alcohol swabs to
IMMEDIATELY!

TIPS:
• NEVER leave your pet in a car, even
a vehicle can rise 34° a minute!
• Plan your walks in the early morning
• Don’t allow your dog to overexert him
• Always have plenty of fresh water in

SHULER VETERINARY CLINIC
1769 Highway 17 North
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
843.884.4494
fax: 843.856.0188

numerous animals afflicted with heatstroke.
me are severe and result in the pet’s fatality
ends is 100°F -102°F. When the temperature
ure, humans rely on evaporation to cool
way of increasing evaporation and thus cooling
gh heat, its body temperature rises. A 108°F,
n of your pet begin to breakdown.

ke, move them to a shaded area, soak the
o paw pads, and transport to the veterinarian

n with the windows down! Temperatures inside
or late in the evening.
mself.

n a “spill-proof” bowl and shade available.

How To Sw

When feeding your pet a new food, it is best to
too quickly, your pet could experience food refu
vomiting, excess gas, or constipation. The best m
food is to gradually mix an increasing amount of
animal is receiving only the new product. This is v
balance.

We recommend at least a 7-day transition befo
your pet’s digestive system to smoothly adapt
food exclusively.

Old Diet Day 1 TRANSIT
New Diet 75% Day 2 Da
25%
75% 5
25% 5

If at any time during the transition your pet d
the rate at which you are switching to the new
your pet develops more serious signs of distress,
veterinarian. Many times this problem will be so
for 12 hours, then making a slower transition s
food again. Because vomiting could be caused
veterinarian should always be consulted. Note: If
do not go for more than 24 hours without consul

Helpful hints:

Offer a few kibbles or bites of canned food by ha
Food seems more “special” when offered with aff
Lightly moisten kibbles or add a little warm wate
aroma and texture.
Some pets with conditions such as kidney diseas
to transition to a new food, consult with your vet
transition to a new formula.

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© 2009 ROYAL CANIN USA, Inc.

Photos courtesy of ROYAL CANIN: ©Jean Michel Labat

witch Pet Foods

o introduce it slowly. If you feed too much of the new food
usal and possibly some degree of stomach upset, diarrhea,
method for transitioning from an old, familiar food to a new
the new product with the old over a period of time until the
very important so that you don’t disrupt your pet’s digestive

ore you begin feeding the new food exclusively. This allows
t to the new food. On the 7th day, you can feed the new

TION SCHEDULE Day 6 Day 7
ay 3 Day 4 Day 5 25% -
75%
50% 50% 25% 100%
50% 50% 75%

develops any digestive upsets, slow
w diet. In the very rare event that

, withhold all food and call your
olved by withholding all food
starting with the pet’s old
d by another factor, your
f your pet refuses to eat,
ulting your veterinarian.

and to your pet.
ffection.
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se may take longer than normal
terinarian to discuss a two week

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NUTRITIONA

CORN

CARBOHYDRATES EXAMPLES CARBOHYDRATES NEEDED BASED ON YOUR
HEALTHY PET’S SYSTEM AND FUNCTIONS
AND FIBER OF SOURCES:
Provide energy, Corn, rice, SOURCE: Grandjean, D. 2006. Everything You Need To Know About The Role Played
help facilitate wheat By Nutrients In The Health Of Dogs & Cats.
digestion and
encourage healthy
intestinal flora

NOT A FILLER CORN ALLERGEN?
Corn contains many In a study of 278 cases
CORN of food allergies in dogs
nutrients that are
beneficial to the pet, where the problem
ingredient was clearly
but a filler has no identified, corn allergy
nutritional value
made up only 3% of
DIGESTIBILITY those cases1
Corn can be very finely
NUTRIENTS
ground to increase Corn contains highly
digestibility
digestible protein,
carbohydrates for
energy, beta carotene

and minerals,
such as zinc

Corn contains protein, Corn contains linoleic acid, There is nothing inherently allergenic
carbohydrates, vitamins, an omega-6 fatty acid essential for about corn. When a pet has a food
minerals, fats and fiber. cats and dogs. Omega-6 fatty acids allergy, it is typically to the animal
protein sources in the diet.
1Mueller et al. BMC Veterinary Research (2016) 12:9. support healthy skin and coat.

CHICKEN vs. CHICKEN MEAL

NUTRITIONAL TRUTH: WHAT I
1 Meal is approximately 10% water and provides a more Meal is a l
concentra
concentrated source of protein when compared to protein in
“meat,” which is 70 to 80% water
to
2 Ingredients are listed in descending order of weight

of the raw materials

3 Because meal is a lower moisture and more concentrated

ingredient, listing meat as the first ingredient, followed by
meal, indicates that most of the protein and other essential
nutrients in the pet food (other than fat) come from the
meal, not the meat

AL TRUTHS

BY-PRODUCTS

PROTEINS EXAMPLES PROTEIN NEEDED BASED ON YOUR
Provide essential HEALTHY PET’S SYSTEM AND FUNCTIONS
amino acids for OF SOURCES:
the development of Meat, eggs, SOURCE: Grandjean, D. 2006. Everything You Need To Know About The Role Played By
muscle, bone and Nutrients In The Health Of Dogs & Cats.
fish, wheat gluten,
other tissues
chicken by-product

(meal)

QUALITY BY-PRODUCTS NUTRIENTS
The FDA’s Center for Provide valuable By-products
Veterinary Medicine are a valuable,
notes that “protein nutrients nutrient-dense
quality of by-products for pets source of amino
is sometimes better
acids, vitamins
than that from
muscle meat”** and minerals

AAFCO
AAFCO* confirms
that by-products are
suitable for animal
food and may include
clean internal organs,

such as liver
and lungs

CHICKEN BY-PRODUCT MEAL

Chicken by-product meal Chicken by-product meal In the long term, by-product meal
delivers nutrients similar offers high quality protein offers a more secure and sustainable
with essential amino acids
to chicken meal. supply of the highly specified
and high digestibility. nutrients our formulas require.

*Association of American Feed Control Officials establishes ingredient definitions and uniform guidelines as to what is appropriate for animal feeds.
**Bren, Linda, “Pet Food: The Lowdown on Labels,” FDA Veterinarian, July/August 2001.

IS “MEAL”? DID YOU KNOW? ?
lighter weight, Meal is meat/poultry/fish that
ated source of is dried with the fat +/- bones
n comparison removed prior to inclusion in
o meat a pet food. And having meat
as the first ingredient or
having meal in a pet food
does not indicate anything
about the pet food’s quality.

learn more at:
www.royalcanin.com

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Prevention

Blood Work and Your Pet

Pets can’t say how they’re feeling—it’s usually how they
play a key role in helping your pet combat illness and sta
signs and regular preventive health screens, including a
to ensure your pet lives a long, healthy, and happy life.

When Is Blood Work Necessary? T
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• Sick and emergency situations. Blood work provides you with a
valuable picture of your pet’s health and is often the first step when Y
pets are brought in to a clinic because they are sick or in an emergency
situation. It helps the veterinary staff make immediate decisions, so W
they can quickly help your pet.
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• Preanesthetic testing. Blood work is routinely done prior to your pet’s p
surgery, dentistry, or other procedures that require anesthesia. It lets p
the veterinary staff know if anesthesia is safe for your pet and allows s
them to make adjustments if they see anything abnormal. This blood a
work is often performed the same day as anesthesia is scheduled, y
making it easy for you and your pet because it eliminates the need to f
have your pet fast more than once and reduces the number of trips you T
need to make to the hospital. g

• Preventive care screening. Because the signs that your pet is sick are
not always obvious, preventive care testing is often recommended
as part of your pet’s annual exam. Preventive care screening not
only uncovers disease before it’s too late, but can also help you avoid
significant medical expenses and risks to your pet’s health.

• Medication monitoring. Some medications can have side effects.
Periodic blood work while your pet is being treated can find these
problems early and allow your veterinarian to make necessary changes.
With other medications, blood tests are needed to ensure that the
dosage is appropriate.

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y look or act that tells you something is wrong. You
ay as healthy as possible. Awareness of the warning
physical exam and blood work, are the best ways

What Tests Might My Veterinarian Run?

There are tests that are routinely performed when blood work is recom-
mended. They include:
• A complete blood count (CBC) tells you if your pet has an infection, if

inflammation is present, or if your pet is anemic.

• A complete blood chemistry panel including electrolytes provides in-
formation about your pet’s liver, kidneys, and pancreas, as well as other
functions of the body, such as blood sugar and hydration.

• A urinalysis identifies an infection or inflammation in the urinary tract.

• A thyroid function test detects whether or not your pet’s thyroid gland
is functioning properly. Thyroid disease is very common in older cats
and dogs.

Your veterinarian may recommend additional tests.

When Can I Expect Results?

Many of the tests routinely recommended can be performed in-clinic,
providing results quickly and allowing for immediate treatment of your
pet. In-clinic blood testing also lets you be more involved in your pet’s care,
since you can discuss test results with your veterinarian while you’re still
at the clinic. Normal results can rule out certain diseases immediately, so
you can worry less. If results are abnormal, your veterinarian can make
fast decisions about next steps, including treatment and additional tests.
This saves you time as well as trips back and forth to your veterinarian, and
gives you answers that will help your pet right away.

Understanding Your Pet’s Test

Blood testing can frequently detect illness in your pet before we see
any outward signs of disease. Testing gives us immediate insights that
we might not otherwise discover. And, treating your pet early can lead
to a better outcome and possibly lower treatment costs.

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

Red Blood Cells: Red blood cells (RBCs) are the most numerous and
longest-living of the different types of blood cells; they typically make
up almost half of the blood’s volume. RBCs contain a special protein
called hemoglobin (HGB) that binds to the oxygen in the lungs and
enables the RBCs to transport oxygen as it travels through the rest of
the body.

Blood

CBC is used to screen for:

• Anemia (low red • Leukemia
blood cells) • Bleeding problem
• Inability to fight infection
• Inflammation • Hydration status
• Infection
• Stress

Reticulocytes: These are immature RBCs increased during times of
increased red cell production, such as blood loss or immune-mediated
anemia.

White blood cells: White blood cells are primarily responsible for
fighting infections. There are five different types of white bloods
cells and each one performs specific functions to keep the body
healthy.

Platelets: Platelets play a critical role in preventing bleeding.

Chemistry

Kidneys: Kidneys are responsible for filtering metabolic waste
products, excess sodium, and water from the blood stream, which are
then transferred to the bladder for excretion.

Kidneys

Blood and urine tests can indicate:

• Early renal disease • Cancer
• Renal failure • Abnormalities
• Infection
• Stones resulting from long-
term medications

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Liver: The liver is a large organ with many different functions.
It processes the blood by removing both bacteria and toxins as well
as further breaking down many of the complex nutrients absorbed
during the digestion of food into much smaller components for use
by the rest of the body.

Liver

Biochemistry tests can indicate:

• Liver disease • Obstruction of
• Cushing’s syndrome the bile ducts
• Certain cancers
• Dehydration • Abnormalities
resulting from long-term
medications

Pancreas: The pancreas is a small organ located near the small intestines
and is responsible for producing several digestive enzymes and hormones
that help regulate metabolism.

Pancreas

Biochemistry tests can indicate:

• Pancreatitis • Abnormalities
(inflammation of resulting from
the pancreas) long-term medications

• Diabetes mellitus • Cancer

Glucose: Glucose is the basic nutrient for the body. It is highly
regulated in the blood stream, but does fluctuate for a few hours after
eating. Glucose changes may be seen with a variety of metabolic
diseases, such as diabetes, and various organ system abnormalities.

Electrolytes: Electrolytes (Na, K, Cl, tCO2, Anion Gap) are critical to
body function and must be maintained in very narrow limits.
Dehydration is a common cause of electrolyte imbalance, despite
how effective the body is at regulating the concentration levels.

Urine

Urinalysis: Although not a blood test, a urinalysis is essential for a
comprehensive evaluation of kidney function. A urinalysis includes
physical, chemical, and microscopic evaluation of urine. This evaluation
provides additional information about the kidney and liver, as well as
the general well-being of your pet.

Thyroid

Thyroid: Thyroxine (T4), a hormone produced by the thyroid gland,
is essential for growth and metabolism. As your pet ages, thyroid
function can become abnormal and cause signs of illness.

Thyroid

Endocrine tests can indicate:

• Hypothyroidism
• Hyperthyroidism

Spay and Neuter

All pets not intended for breeding should be spayed or neutered. In addition,
to improved health and behavior resulting from surgery, you will be doing
your part in reducing pet overpopulation.

THE BENEFITS

FEMALES: (SPAYING/OVARIOHYSTERECTOMY)

• Prevents signs of Estrus (heat)
• Prevents blood stains on carpet from heat cycle
• Decreases chance of breast tumors
• Eliminates chance of cystic ovaries
• Eliminates chance of uterine infections
• Prevents breast tumors if done early
• No unwanted pregnancies

MALES: (NEUTERING/CASTRATION)

• Prostate cancer incidence decreased
• Testicular disease is eliminated
• Decreases desire to roam
• Decreases undesirable sexual behavior
• Decreases odor of “tom cat” urine
• Prevents marking territory
• Decreases aggressive behavior

OTHER FACTS

• Your pet will NOT get fat or lazy because of this surgery. Diet,
exercise and heredity have much more influence on the weight and
attitude of your pet.

• Surgery is recommended when your pet is 4­-6 months of age.
• It is much easier on your pet to be spayed before going through a

heat cycle due to the smaller size of the reproductive tract.

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EXPLANATION OF PROCEDURE

Your pet will undergo major surgery in order to surgically sterilze him or her.
Just as with humans there is always some risk when a pet is under general
anesthesia. However, to lower the risk for your pet, we perform bloodwork
before anesthesia.

PREANESTHETIC BLOODWORK helps to identify unforeseen

internal medical disorders. The results allow us to tailor the anesthesia to the
specific pet, or postpone entirely if serious problems are detected.

No matter what your pet’s age, we feel this labwork is important to help us
further evaluate your pet for their surgical procedure.

FEMALES: (SPAYING/OVARIOHYSTERECTOMY)

Your pet will undergo abdominal surgery to sterilize her. Her ovaries and
uterus will be removed. If the ovaries are not removed, the bothersome heat
cycles will still occur even though pregnancy is impossible.

MALES: (NEUTERING/CASTRATION)

We will remove both testicles through an incision in the abdomen. This is
typically a straight forward surgery. However, a pet may have one or both
testicles retained in the abdomen. This condition is called cryptorchidism.
In this case, pets require more extensive abdominal surgery to locate the
undescended testicle.

It has been our observation that pets who recieve both preoperatvie and
postoperative pain relief seem to feel much better the next day. Their appetites
return more quickly and they therefore seem to heal faster and return to
normal sooner. We give a TORBUGESIC INJECTION with the prea­ nethesia
medication. DERAMAXX OR METACAM will be sent home with your pet for
posts­urgical pain.

Please feel free to call our office to discuss any surgical procedures.





Other Precautions South Carolin
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• If you must leave your pets behind, leave out only dry- & Control A
type food which will not spoil easily. Water should be
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enough quantity to cover your absence – at least 3 days. www.sca

• Never leave different animals together that are unfamiliar Clemson Unive
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equipped to assist with difficult or dangerous animals or
exotic species (such as reptiles).These animals should be
left in special crates or cages to reduce the possibility of
their getting loose as well as to help if emergency person-
nel try to relocate them.

• Bring outdoor pets indoors ahead of severe weather if at
all possible. If not, consider a location for your pets which
will be away from possible flood waters.

• Do not leave pets tied up outside. In a disaster such as
a flood, hurricane, or fire they would have no means of
escape.

• Leave visible signs on the inside of a window stating that
pets are inside the house.

• If the disaster strikes while you are out, employ that
“buddy system” that you previously set up with your
friend or neighbor. Alert them that your pets are at home
and request their help (such as relocating the pets) if
needed.

Disasters Are Stressful

• Remember that disaster situations can bring out undesir-
able behaviors in everyone.The most trustworthy pets
may panic, hide, try to escape, or even bite or scratch.

• When you return home, inspect your property for any
damaged fencing or dangerous debris before letting your
pets back into the yard. Give your pets – and yourself –
time to settle back into your normal routines. Consult
your veterinarian if any signs of health or behavioral
problems arise.

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Before an Emergency (such as vaccinations and hea

You, the pet owner, are responsible for your pet(s), even in • You may be able to locate and
an emergency.This brochure provides guidance to assist you shelter, or in a human shelter
with preparing for the safety of your pets. nearby, but do not depend on
be available in all areas. Shelte
• Develop a plan for your pets in case of a disaster and last resort as resources there
make sure everyone in the family understands it. Share
the plan – and exchange house keys – with a depend- • Also remember that most an
able friend or neighbor so that you can back each other society shelters will need to p
up should a disaster occur when you’re away from your disaster victims and cannot ac
home and your pets. (Leave all pertinent pet information
for them in a pre-designated spot.) • Be sure to acquire a pet carri
each house pet. A carrier wil
• In the event of a disaster and/or evacuation, the most need assistance with transpor
important thing you can do to protect your pets is to be large enough to allow the
evacuate with them. Make some phone calls ahead of To help a pet adjust to the ke
time to determine your options should it ever become initially, separate the kennel to
necessary to evacuate your home with your pets. pet’s bed.You can also place f
entice your pet to go in and o
• Ask friends or relatives who live away from affected areas
if you and your pets can stay with them during an emer- • Make sure all pets wear some
gency. to-date identification in case
you. Secure ID tags to their c
• Check with several motels away from affected areas and ian implant a microchip for a
ask them if they allow pets, and if so, whether there are can buy temporary tags or pu
additional fees, restrictions on size, species and num- your pet’s ID tag or collar and
ber of pets allowed. Keep a list of these “pet-friendly” additional information (such a
sites, including phone numbers, with your other disaster your usual boarding kennel, o
information and supplies. Hotels/motels may have special relative outside the area).
allowances and relaxed rules during an evacuation event.
Check out www.clemson.edu/public/lph/ahp/emgcy_prep/in- • See that your pets’ vaccinatio
dex.html for a list of some pet-friendly hotels and motels. copies of these records from
boarding facilities and shelter
• Survey boarding kennels and veterinary offices in areas vaccines., especially rabies vac
where you may potentially stay if you are evacuated to
learn about the requirements needed to board your pets

alth checks). • If your pet needs refills of a special diet or medications
(including motion sickness pills or sedatives) plan ahead
d stay in a pet-friendly human by consulting your veterinarian. Include these medications
r with a pet shelter “co-located” in your pet supplies kit described below.
n these options as they may not
ers should be considered your Preparing for Evacuation
e may be limited.
Bring all pets into the house so you won’t have to search
nimal control shelters and humane for them if you have to leave quickly. Call ahead for your
prepare for lost and stray pet reservations at hotels/motels accepting pets. Contact your
ccommodate your pets. destination point ahead of time to notify them of your
expected arrival time.
ier (portable kennel) or crate for
ll be required if you and your pet Assemble a pet supplies kit including:
rtation or sheltering.They should
pet to stand up and turn around. 1. Enough pet food and water, and kitty litter, for at least a
ennel ahead of time you can, 3-day supply. Use non-spill water and food bowls. Do not
op and bottom to make it into a use moist foods – they spoil too rapidly.Water should be
food and water in the carrier to in sanitized, unbreakable containers.
out.
2. Plenty of cleaner/disinfectants, newspapers, paper towels
e form of securely fastened, up- and plastic bags to properly handle pet waste.
they get lost or separated from
collars or have your veterinar- 3. Only easily transportable bedding and toys.
permanent ID. If needed, you 4. A sturdy (not cardboard) crate, properly sized, leashes
ut adhesive tape on the back of
d use an indelible pen to write and obedience aids to transport pets safely and ensure
as phone number and address of that your animals can’t escape.
or name and number of friend or 5. Information on feeding schedules, medical conditions,
behavioral problems, and the name and number of your
ons are up to date and keep veterinarian in case you have to foster or board your pet.
m your veterinarian’s office. Most 6. Medications (and medical records) stored in a water-
rs will require proof of current proof container as well as a first aid kit. Include special
medications such as motion sickness pills or sedatives, if
ccine. needed.
7. Current photos of your pet in case he/she gets lost and/
or a copy of the microchip ID number or tattoo.

Be prepared!

Advanced planning is essential –
it could save the life of your pet
and make your life easier in an

emergency situation.
Remember: counties may differ in
available resources during a disaster.
If you need assistance, check with
your Emergency Management
Division, local veterinarian,Animal

Care and Control Agency, or
Humane Society for guidance.

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mo purchase from the purchase date. Regular account terms apply
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mo balance. For new accounts: Purchase APR (interest rate) is
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purchases under 5200 and at retail locations where promotional
financing is not available. Use your CareCredit credit card for
things like chiropractic treatment, teeth whitening products,
co-payments, skin care products, pet care supplies, prescriptions,
and for other non-promotional purchases. Standard account terms
also apply to No lnterest lf Paid ln Full within 6 Months promotion
if the promotional balance is not paid in full by the end of the
promotional period.

One card-so many uses.

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an 210,000 U.S. locations. You can use your card to
ay for treatment, medication, supplies, and other
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Ambulatory Surgery . Obstetrics and
Anesthesiology Gynecology
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hearing aids) . Ophthalmology
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