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River Ridge Veterinary Hospital

6790 River Center Drive
Clemmons, NC 27012

(336)712-3413

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Using Platelet Rich Fibrin to Help Healing Equine Wounds

Lacerations commonly occur in horses and some of them can be difficult to heal. Equine wounds, especially on the lower legs, are very susceptible to proud fles ...

Influenza Strains in Dogs

Just like people, dogs can be affected by different strains of influenza A, a highly contagious respiratory virus. While dogs can sporadically become infected w ...

What Kids Learn from Pets

As children, pets taught us bits and pieces of how life works. Sometimes it’s subtle, such as knowing when someone is sad and needs a friend, and sometimes it’ ...

Our Understanding of a Disease Changes over Time

The diagnosis was like slamming into a brick wall from a fast speed.Today, any veterinarian who recommends immediate euthanasia without offering any options ne ...

Parvovirus Infection: Physical Illness and Treatment

Treatment for parvovirus infection centers on what is called supportive care. This means that the veterinarian’s job is to keep the patient hydrated, comfortabl ...

COVID-19 in a Cat: Belgium

COVID-19 virus in a cat: Update March 27A cat in Belgium owned by a person with COVID-19 has been reported to be positive for the virus. The cat developed diar ...