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Unfortunately natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, and wild fires are an inevitable part of life. Though we cannot prevent them, we are not completely helpless. Disaster preparedness for ourselves and our pets can help improve our chances for a …
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Part 2 (For Part 1 click here) more about how you can protect your pets from snakes.
Diagnosis
There are currently no definitive tests to determine if an animal was bitten by a venomous snake or to measure how much …
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Every year around 150,000 dogs and cats in the United States are bitten by venomous snakes. Most occur when it’s warm outside. Before you and your pets rush out to enjoy the warm weather, make sure you know how to …
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You drive an electric car, have solar panel and bring your own bags to the grocery store. You care about greenhouse gases and your carbon footprint but what about your pet’s carbon pawprint? April 22nd is the 55th Anniversary of …
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Valentine’s Day is almost here! That means lots of chocolate, candy and flowers. Unfortunately, that also means lots of sick pets! Every year around this holiday, thousands of pets are hospitalized when they eat something they shouldn’t have eaten. To …
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February is Pet Dental Health Month. Like humans, pets also need routine dental care. Imagine what your teeth would look like if you never brushed them. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), 80% of dogs over the age …
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Winter is officially here. Here are 5 winter safety tips to keep your pets safe and warm when the temperature drops.
1.Stay indoors
Just like us, your pet can be susceptible to the cold. That means your pet should …
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According to the World Health Organization, the global obesity epidemic is one of today’s most neglected public health problems, estimated to affect 300 million adults worldwide. Unfortunately, the obesity epidemic does not just affect people, it has spread to our …
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The holidays can be a very dangerous time for our pets. Each year thousands of pets are seriously injured during the holidays; intestinal obstructions, chocolate toxicity, burns, and pancreatitis are a few of the most common reasons pets need medical …
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Each year, many pets become ill during the holidays. Some of the most common health hazards include intestinal obstructions, chocolate ingestion, other food toxicities, and pancreatitis. To ensure that your Thanksgiving holiday is filled with happiness rather than a long …
