Bradshaw - Sporting Dog Veterinarian

04/27/2024

Spending all summer getting em ready for those big winter days.

04/27/2024

As we settle into spring and summer, I thought I would take the time to review a few health related topics that have been on my mind.

- Tick Prevention : There is nothing more goal crushing than a tick borne disease. Be mindful as these little critters are more active than ever.

- Eye Exams : Find an ophthalmologist in your area. Have them take a look at the eyes of your retriever. Very important part of retrieving.

If I can help, reach out. But most of all, you can help by sharing this post to help others remember. Thank you for sharing.

04/08/2024

Kennel Cough Vaccine Reminder

We are a few weeks out from the Grand and well into spring hunt test season. In order for vaccines to work and work to their maximal effectiveness, they must be given at least 2 weeks prior to being exposed.

The DHPP vaccine, The Flu vaccine as well as the Intranasal Bordatella vaccine all help in the fight to fend off nasty upper respiratory infections.

Let’s give em a chance to work.

03/09/2024

Pin Oak’s Spring Hunt Test is underway.

02/17/2024

*Middle Aged Duck Dog Owners* - most important healthcare things to remember

1. Stay on Heartworm Prevention

2. Start Joint Supplements Early

3. Tick Prevention Year Round

4. Keep Nails Trimmed Short

5. Keep Weight in Check

Additional discussion on highlights above ⬆️

1. Heartworm infection can seriously reduce your dog’s ability to perform and reduce lifespan significantly. Use a product with *moxidectin as the active ingredient.

2. Start joint supplements before you see arthritis and limping. I would consider starting these supplements at 2 1/2 to 3 years old if you train and hunt actively. I use Dasuquin Advanced and Glycoflex for my personal duck dogs.

3. Tick disease like Ehrlichia and Anaplasmosis cause life long effects in our sporting dog companions. By giving tick prevention and repelling ticks, we ensure that they won’t acquire these nasty tick borne pathogens that run rampant in our state.

4. This is huge. No broken nails bleeding everywhere. No unnecessary trips to the vet during duck season. Figure out how to use a Dremel tool on your dog’s nails. You will love it. If you need help, I’ll be glad to show you how to file a dog’s nails.

5. We hear this from our doctors all the time. Blah blah blah, but…. It really will keep your duck dog going longer and potentially prevent expensive and debilitating injuries like that torn cruciate ligament (ACL) that took them out mid season or right before the last finished test you needed for the HRCH title…

I’m here to help. Let me know.

Bradshaw Veterinary Clinic

South Arkansas Veterinary Hospital

Photo taken by Connor Gabbott of my dog Prophet

02/14/2024

Happy Valentines Day to all you Drakes and Hens out there…

A special Happy Valentine’s Day to the love of my life, Stephanie Bradshaw! I love you more and more each and every day.

02/09/2024

01/15/2024

Riggs is always ready. MOmarsh

12/18/2023

The time we’ve been prepping for.

📷 - Jon Stahulak Photo & Film

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