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Welcome to Arlington Animal Hospital

Dr. Donald F. Cook and our team are committed to bringing you and your pets better health by practicing the science of Veterinary Medicine. Jacksonville based Arlington Animal Hospital was founded in 1963. Since then our staff has been performing veterinarian medicine and compassionate animal care in the Jacksonville area. Arlington Animal Hospital is a full-service Animal Hospital whose mission is to provide the highest standard of quality and compassion in veterinary care for our patients and welcoming, informative, and supportive service for our clients, while maintaining a superior working environment for our employees. Arlington Animal Hospital offers the Jacksonville animal community medical, surgical, and dental veterinary care, as well as boarding and bathing. Because we have an in-house pharmacy, lab, radiology facilities, and Intensive Care Unit, our facility enables you to make one stop for your pet's medical care. 

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H1N1 or Swine Flu Virus

The H1N1 or swine flu epidemic has many people concerned. It certainly holds the potential for severe, worldwide disease in humans. Currently, most cases in the U.S. have not been as serious as in o...
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Matters of the Heart

Many diseases of people also occur in pets. A problem that is common in people, dogs, and cats is heart disease. While these disorders have some things in common, many ailments of the heart in pets ar...
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Litter Box Problems

One of the most common complaints that cat owners make is that a cat will not use its litter box properly. Usually it is a problem with the cat urinating outside the box, but occasionally a cat will b...
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Basic Dog Training

Although there are various techniques used to train dogs, the basics of any training regime are consistency and plenty of exercise. Discipline and affection are also key to a well-trained dog. Dogs ne...
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Holiday Hazards

The holidays are a time for celebration, spending time with family, and reflecting on the good things that occurred during the year. The holidays can be hazardous for your pet though....
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Traveling with Your Pet

Traveling with your pet can be rewarding but challenging if not enough preparation has been made. Planning will help your trip go smoother and should include acquiring any paperwork that is needed c...
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Veterinary Topics

• We Help Your Pet With
  • Arthritis
  • Bloat & Gastric Torsion
  • Canine Distemper
  • Cancer
  • Canine Parvovirus (CPV)
  • Dentistry
  • Diabetes Mellitus
  • Epilepsy
  • Feline Distemper
  • Fleas
  • Parasites
  • Obesity
  • Mites
  • Luxating Patella
  • Leptospirosis
  • Heartworm
  • Hookworm
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Rabies
  • Roundworms
  • Salmonella
  • Tapeworms
  • Ticks
  • Vertigo or Old Dog Vestibular Syndrome
  • Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV)
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Liver Shunt
  • Ruptured Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
  • Seizures
• Choosing Your Pet
  • Birds
    • African Grey Parrots
    • Budgies
    • Canaries
    • Cockatiels
    • Lovebirds
    • Zebra Finches
  • Cats
  • Dogs
  • Ferrets
    • Ferret Health
    • Food & Housing
    • Behavior & Training
  • Rabbits
    • Food & Housing
    • Handling & Restraint
  • Reptiles
    • Turtles
      • Box Turtles
      • Red Eared Sliders
      • Tortoises
    • Snakes
    • Lizards
      • Bearded Dragons
      • Blue Tongued Skinks
      • Green Anoles
      • Leopard Geckos
• Finding Your Pet
  • Animal Shelter
  • Breeder
  • Pet Shop
  • Rescue Agency
• Bringing Your Pet Home
  • Bringing Your Pet Home
  • Exams, Vaccinations, Etc.
  • Obedience & Training
• Living With Your Pet
  • Grooming
  • Seasonal Care
  • First Aid
  • Travel
    • Planning and Preparation
    • Travel by Airplane
    • Travel by Car
    • Travel by Bus or Train
    • Camping with Pets
  • Mealtime
  • Recognizing Illnesses
• Today's Veterinarian
  • What We Do
  • What We Learn
  • You & Your Vet
  • The Veterinary Approach
• Vetopedia
• VetToons
• Video Newsroom
  • Health Topics
    • Dental Care For Pets
    • Senior Pets
    • Overweight Pets
    • Pain Management in Pets
    • Controlling Ticks
    • High Blood Pressure in Dogs
    • Battling Canine Cancer
    • Feline Retro Viruses
  • Technology and Science
    • Cloning Pets
    • Stem Cell Relief
    • Hi Tech Veterinary Medicine
    • Laparoscopic Surgery
    • Pet Microchips
    • Veterinary Acupuncture
    • The Cutting Edge... Laser Surgery for Pets!
  • Other Interests
    • LabraDoodle
    • Pet Proofing Your Home
    • Avoiding Dog Bites
    • People Food for Pets
    • Puppies and Kittens as Holiday Gifts?
    • Strange Things in Pets Stomachs
    • How Pet Food Is Made
    • Traveling with Pets
    • Winter Dangers for Pets
    • Helping Your Pet Keep His Cool This Summer
    • Purebred Rescue Groups
    • Pet Internet Sources

• Newsletter Library

Veterinary For Members

• Pet Wellness Program
• Client Survey
• Pets4Kids
  • Online Games & Quizzes
  • Printable Games & Puzzles
  • Wellness Coloring Book
• PetTV
  • The Bird Dance
  • Dog Dancing like Travolta
  • Boxer on Trampoline
  • Star Wars Pets
  • Talking Pets

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