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November is American Diabetes Month®. Diabetes is not just a human disease; dogs and cats also suffer from this all too common disease. In fact, estimates report that diabetes affects about 1:200 cats and 1:300 dogs nationwide and it is
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Unfortunately, cancer is one of the leading causes of death in older animals. According to the Animal Cancer Foundation (ACF), 1 out of every 4 dogs will develop cancer in their lifetime, and each year, approximately 6 million dogs are …
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Halloween is almost here! Halloween is my all-time favorite holiday. Ever since I was a kid, I have loved Halloween but… not everyone loves Halloween. In fact, many animals are downright terrified by the holiday. In addition to being scary, …
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As summer winds down and classes start again, it’s not just our kids adjusting to the new schedule, our pets are too. After a summer of lazy mornings, long walks, and extra attention from the kids at home, the sudden …
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Clear the Shelter Month: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Adopt a Pet
August is Clear the Shelter Month—a nationwide initiative that aims to find loving, forever homes for animals in need. Across the country, shelters and rescue organizations …
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Pets bring us so much joy, companionship, and unconditional love—but just like us they require regular health care and get sick from time to time. Unfortunately veterinary care, like medical care, isn’t always cheap.
From routine check-ups to unexpected emergencies, …
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The 4th of July is right around the corner and while we may love 4th of July celebrations, the loud noises can create severe anxiety in our furry friends. Sadly, every year many frightened pets also become lost during the …
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Summer is one of the best times of year for people and pets, but if you’re not careful, it can also be a dangerous time for your pet. To make sure everyone has a fun and safe summer, I wanted …
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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 …