Owning and caring for a pet can be a very rewarding experience. The love, affection and joy our pets bring into our lives make all of the care they need worth it. But taking care of a pet is a big responsibility —and one that comes with financial obligations. Have you ensured that you are prepared t… read more
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Welcome to 2017! The New Year for most marks a time of new beginnings and a clean slate. For some it also means the start of a new relationship with a new puppy brought by Santa. For those who are lucky enough to have received such a warm and wiggly Christmas gift, now is a perfect time to review so… read more
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The holidays are in full swing, and that means it’s a busy time for everyone. Shopping, travel and parties are at the forefront of everyone’s plans, and many of us like to include our pets in those plans. Taking a few precautions can help ensure the holidays are warm and fun for everyone in the fami… read more
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The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting longer, the humidity is dropping and the air is finally crisp. We gun-dog owners have been dreaming of this since March: hunting season is finally upon us!
Gun dog breeds are a special lot. During the off season, they pull duty as companions an… read more
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There has never been a better time to be a companion animal than right now—and it’s only getting better. In the not-too-distant past, dogs and cats were relegated to the outside. Cats were there to keep the mouse and rat population down around the farm, and dogs stayed outside and served many functi… read more
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Of all the conditions we see, allergic skin disease (ASD) has to rank near the top as the most frustrating for everyone involved. To help limit and alleviate some of that frustration, let me start by telling you the ending of the story first. There is NO cure for skin allergies, only control. If you… read more
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In the world of companion animal medicine, vaccines are a relatively new concept. Initially we vaccinated dogs and cats for only those diseases that held a human health risk component, namely rabies virus. Rabies vaccine remains the only vaccine that is required by law for all companion animals and … read more
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