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Jun 22 2012

Pet Food Recall

Several pet food companies have recalled some of their dry food due to Salmonella contamination. In this case both dogs and humans have contracted Salmonella from the foods. Diamond Pet Foods have…
Jun 01 2012

Is having a dog under your desk better than having the corner office?

We all know the feeling. You get home from a tough day at work: you’re tired, you’re stressed, you’re preoccupied with the day’s events. But then, you open your door, and there’s the dog,…
Jun 01 2012

Tick Prevention

Tick season is upon us again. Or at least, it is now in full swing, as ticks have been found on dogs even in northern areas in the winter. Along with these ticks come conversations about what is or…
Apr 30 2012

New Virus May Cause Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats

Some cases of kidney disease in cats may have a viral origin
Apr 30 2012

Dog Returns from the (Presumed) Dead

From Wichita, KS, comes a story of many brave firefighters, one scared owner, and a terrified dog. John Huy, a retired aviation engineer, was walking his 100-pound pit bull/Labrador mix,Taz, in the…
Apr 01 2012

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug Use in Companion Animals

In February 2012, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Centre for Veterinary Medicine held a Webinar entitled, "Advice to Dog Owners Whose Pets Take NSAIDs." The webinar, which is about half an hour…
Apr 01 2012

Maintaining your Pet’s Health Through Wellness Examinations

To keep your companion animals healthy, you should take them to your veterinarian at least once per year for a routine examination, often called a wellness exam. …