Safety First: Choosing Safe Pet Toys
It’s all fun and games until somebody gets hurt, or so the saying goes. We normally reserve this saying for our children, but in many cases it can be extended to our pets as well. As of yet, there is no set standard for safety when it comes to pet playthings, so for the time […]
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Scoop That Poop: Hygiene and Pet Feces
The mounds of snow in the Midwest have mostly melted, and with any luck we are past the time of year for blizzards. While you may be rejoicing that spring is nearly here, don’t get too caught up in your garden plans and leisurely walks with your dog in the sunshine. You have an […]
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Myths and Facts About Bloat in Dogs
Bloat is a term that many dog owners are familiar with, but few truly understand. If you have ever seen or read Marley and Me, you know what a serious condition it can be. As with many medical conditions, however, there is a lot of myth surrounding bloat in dogs. So how do you know […]
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Do You Know If Your Dog is in Pain?
Life with a dog is life with your best friend at your side. Considering this, it stands to reason that we might assume to understand our canine’s subtle cues and behaviors, so of course we’d know if our dog is in pain! But, realistically, the signs of pain or discomfort in pets are often easily […]
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Head Over Paws: Five Ways Your Pet Shows You Love
“But man himself cannot express love and humility by external signs so plainly as does a dog, when with drooping ears, hanging lips, flexuous body, and wagging tail, he meets his beloved master.” Noted scientist Charles Darwin was a lover of dogs, and even sailed to Patagonia on a ship aptly named The Beagle in […]
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Toxic Treats: Valentine’s Day Pet Dangers
When romance is in the air and the candles are lit, it’s easy to forget that our pets may be staking out our box of chocolates or rose bouquet. And, when it comes to pet dangers, this holiday presents more than a few risks to our fur friends. Valentine’s Day often means gourmet dinners, delectable […]
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What You Always Wanted to Know About Your Pet’s Vet Tech
If your pet gets a little unruly during an examination, there’s probably a trusty vet tech right there to help. Welcoming your pet–and calming him or her down–is really just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to all the responsibilities of a qualified veterinary technician or vet tech. Where it all Begins An […]