How to Prevent 5 Common Cat Illnesses
You are more than a source of food, catnip and scratches behind the ear. You are your cat’s health advocate. Many common cat illnesses and health problems are readily preventable with simple…
Monthly Archives: February, 2013
Kasel Associated Industries Recalls
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 19, 2013 – Kasel Associated Industries of Denver, CO is voluntarily recalling ALL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AT ITS DENVER, COLORADO FACILITY FROM APRIL 20, 2012 THRU SEPTEMBER 19,…
Have Your Dogs And Cats Been Bob Barker’d?
February is Spay & Neuter Awareness Month. Have your dogs and cats been spayed and neutered? Bob Barker was right, to help control the pet population it’s important to have your pet…
Is Your Dog Vomiting And Having Diarrhea After Switching To A Raw Food Diet?
Have you just switched your dog from a commercial food diet to a raw dog food diet? Have you noticed loose stools and vomiting in your dog? He could be going through…
Road Trips With Your Dog
The iconic image of a road trip with a dog brings to mind a drooling Basset Hound with its head waving out the window and the wind whipping at its face. What…
ALPHA DOGS
(Washington, D.C. – January 11, 2013) They hail from Europe, and respond to commands in their native tongue; they are members of every branch of the military, the Secret Service and law…
NC Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Rescue Pets
Raleigh, NC, January 30, 2013 –(PR.com)– The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (www.ncvma.org) has announced the release of a podcast discussing the adoption and handling of rescue pets. Dr. Chessie Green, D.V.M., a veterinarian at Falls Village Veterinary Hospital in Raleigh and immediate past president of NCVMA, provides advice on proper adoption procedures and care of rescue pets. She discusses ways to ensure that new owners receive the correct medical history for their rescue pet, as well as what further medical steps an owner should take after adoption. In the podcast, Dr. Green identifies the major differences between adopting a rescue pet and buying one from a breeder. She includes explanations of psychological problems often faced by rescue pets and how owners can help pets overcome these challenges. The podcast is available to download.
5 Reasons to Check a Breeder’s Reputation Before Buying a Pet
by Sandi Lilly If you’ve decided it’s time to purchase a furry friend, be sure to do your due diligence. Purchasing an animal from a disreputable breeder may mean that you end…