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Nov 23 2017
Get Smart! About Antibiotics and Your Pet
We have all heard about the overuse of antibiotics in humans. The overuse of antibiotics is the most important factor contributing to antibiotic resistance. Misusing antibiotics by not taking them as…
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Nov 16 2017
Handbag and Coat Pocket Hazards
With the holiday season approaching, parties and festivities with family and friends are being planned! It’s important to keep in mind the hidden hazards that can be stashed away in guests’…
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Nov 09 2017
November is National Pet Diabetes Month
Just as in humans, pets can be affected by diabetes. Diabetes in animals is similar to that in humans. It is extremely important as caregivers to our pets to recognize the signs of diabetes and…
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Nov 01 2017
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month
Senior pets end up in shelters for a variety of reasons. They are often thought of as “problem pets” but in fact they lose their homes for a variety of reasons. Often senior pets end up in…
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Oct 26 2017
Halloween Safety and Your Pet
Trick or treat! Halloween is almost upon us and goblins and witches will be going door to door chanting that age-old expression. Children running through neighborhoods, squeals of laughter, doorbells…
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Oct 19 2017
Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Nurse Appreciation Week
Veterinary Technicians, also referred to as Veterinary Nurses in Australia and the United Kingdom, play a vital role in your pet’s health. Without Veterinary Technicians, veterinary practices would…
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Oct 12 2017
National Pet Obesity Awareness Day
This year, October 11th marks National Pet Obesity Awareness Day. Many us spend countless hours worrying about the health of our pets, but many of our pets are overweight or obese. “What’s one…