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RECORD BREAKING 4,000 SERVICE ANIMALS RECEIVED FREE EYE EXAMS
June 28, 2011 • Health & Wellness • Rescue
Provided by: American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists and Merial
The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) today announced record breaking results from the 4th Annual ACVO/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam Event. With the help of more than 200 volunteer board certified veterinary ophthalmologists throughout the U.S. and Canada, 4,000 service animals were examined during... -
Canine Toxicity From Sugarless Chewing Gum Containing Xylitol
June 28, 2011 • Health & Wellness
As an avid gum chewer (it keeps me from biting my nails), dog owner, and veterinarian, I am alarmed to see the increasing trend of toxicity secondary to dogs inappropriately consuming sugarless gum containing Xylitol. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Poison Control Center (APCC) database indicates 150 cases in 2007, all related to the consumption of Xylitol based...
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Pet insurance claim of the month: Dachshund Scuffles with Snack-Snatching Seagull
June 27, 2011 • Health & Wellness
Despite living near the beach in Ventura, Calif., pet owner Robin Baer never worried about a seagull attacking her 10-pound dachshund.
“Harley loves to eat his treats on the patio in the sun, but we’ve never had a problem with seagulls before,” said Robin. “For some reason, this one was bold enough, and the two got into a fight over Harley’s food.” Both Robin and her Rottweiler, Brandy, ran... -
Beware of summer hazards to dogs
June 23, 2011 • Health & Wellness •
For most of us, the warm weather means more time spent outdoors with our four-legged friends. While being outside with your dog is a great way to spend time together, there are certain dangers the summer season brings for Fido. To keep your dog safe, American Kennel Club (AKC®) Canine Partners offers the following tips to help prevent summer hazards.
Keep cool. When the heat and humidity are... -
How can I help my dog with allergies?
June 20, 2011 • Health & Wellness •
ou may already know that high-efficiency air purifers can help protect you and your loved ones from the allergy and asthma-triggering effects of pet dander and hair.
But have you thought about protecting your pet from allergies?
Experts estimate that as many as 15 percent of dogs, cats and other pets also suffer from seasonal allergies.
Though pets rarely have sneezing, coughing or runny eyes that... -
Do dogs dread the fourth of July?
June 19, 2011 • Health & Wellness •
CRACK! BOOM! BANG! The sounds of Independence Day celebrations can send some dogs into sheer panic. According to the Humane Society of America, “Pets often become frightened and frantic by the noise and commotion of Independence Day. Animal shelters across the country are accustomed to receiving ‘July 4th dogs’ who run off during fireworks celebrations and are rescued by animal control officers...
