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Let's Talk About Stress Have you ever felt stressed? Did you ever pig out on your favorite treat to help “cope” with the stress? What does your pet do when he or she is stressed? For a lot of pets, their coping mechanism for stress is acting out. For dogs, this may mean destructive behavior, and for cats, it often means inappro...
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As veterinarians, we understand that caring for a pet bird can be both rewarding and challenging. Pet birds come in a variety of sizes, colors, and personalities, and each requires a specific type of care.
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Being a pet owner means sometimes leaving your favorite four-legged friend with people outside your trusted circle of family and friends. Family vacations sometimes require leaving your pet in the care of a boarding facility, working long hours outside the home might mean hiring a regular dog walker, and long-haired dogs need to...
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Hiking with your dog can be a great way to bond and explore the great outdoors together. Unfortunately, not all dogs are great hiking companions. Some breeds are naturally better equipped for it than others, and it's important to be mindful of this if you are thinking about bringing home a new canine companion to share adventure...
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Dog heartworm is a dreaded diagnosis that can mean extreme discomfort for your dog, but it’s also a disease that is highly preventable. Thanks to effective monthly preventatives, dogs are suffering from heartworm disease far less frequently and enjoying a high quality of life. However, no preventative measure is 100 percent eff...
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Many pet owners associate heartworm with dogs, but it’s also a potentially devastating disease for cats, too. Cat owners must be aware of the signs and symptoms, as cat heartworm that has progressed to the adult stage becomes very difficult to treat and is often fatal. Prevention is the ultimate goal due to the severe nature of ...
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One of the most anxiety-inducing experiences for pet owners is having to take their furry friend in for surgery. Whether it's a routine procedure or something more serious, no one wants to see their pet go through anything uncomfortable, and it's normal to feel a bit nervous when sending your four-legged best friend into surgery...
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There's a lot of talk about the luck of cats, especially black cats. Some people believe they're lucky, while others think they bring bad luck to humans. There are also plenty of myths about cats’ own luckiness, like whether they always land on their feet when they fall.
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The ultimate goal of pet ownership is a well-trained pet that follows commands easily, can be trusted to stay home alone, and engages with humans of all ages without incident. However, obedience to this degree isn’t instinctual for most pets. When pets are young, proper training is essential to teach basic commands to make your ...
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National Animal Poison Prevention Week is observed the third week of March, falling this year from March 19-25. This important week is dedicated to educating pet owners about household items that are poisonous to pets, how to identify signs of poisoning, and what steps to take if your pet exhibits symptoms.
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