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Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer and is celebrated by many Americans at a barbecue with family, friends and lots of tasty food. As Labor Day approaches and we are getting ready for the big barbecue, it’s important …
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Your kids go to the pediatrician once a year, you see your dentist every 6 months, and even your car gets an oil change every 5000 miles; so why aren’t people taking their cats to the veterinarian for routine care? …
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Halloween conjures up all kinds of scary images. From goblins, ghouls, witches, to ghosts, mummies and black cats? Black Cats! How did our beautiful and sleek feline friends ever end up being listed amongst the scariest and evilest of …
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August 16th is National Homeless Animal Day and a great time to remind everyone to consider adopting their next pet from a shelter. Unfortunately, some people are afraid to adopt from shelters because of common misconceptions. In order to …
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Losing your pet can be a traumatic and even tragic event. Conscientious pet owners protect their pets with collars and …
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There are more cats in American homes than dogs, yet despite their popularity, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reports that cats are brought to the veterinarian less often than dogs. Why is this true? Don’t cat parents love …
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There are currently no definitive tests to determine if an animal was bitten by a venomous snake or to measure how much venom was injected. Diagnosis is based on knowledge of a …
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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, so before you and your pets rush out to enjoy the warm weather, make sure you are familiar …
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It has been a hot summer! Most of the country has been hit with heat wave after heat wave. When the temperature rises, the risk of summer dangers also rises, especially for your pets. Follow these simple tips in order …
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Did y
ou know pets get skin cancer too? Just like us, dogs and cats are susceptible to sun damage. Excess sun exposure can lead to sunburns and skin cancer in our animal friends.
Most dogs and cats have hair
