So, you’ve made the decision to bring a new pet into your home. Congrats! Whether you’re adopting for companionship, introducing a 4-legged friend into a large family, or somewhere in between, adopting a pet is a wonderful way to bring unconditional love into your life. But what happens after a…
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Not all pet owners are the same. Some just have an animal living inside of, or very near their home. Then there are pet owners who treat their animal buddy like a human member of the family. People with dependents (e.g., minor children, disabled children, spouse) oftentimes plan to provide…
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From an early age, we are taught to take care of our teeth because poor dental care can affect our overall health. But, did you know that good oral hygiene and dental care is just as important for your pet? Just like the mouth of humans, your pet’s mouth is…
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Todo se trata de los perros: septiembre es el “Mes del perro de servicio nacional” y el “Mes de la responsabilidad de ser propietario de un perro”
No es un secreto que amamos a nuestros perros. La mayoría de nosotros no podemos imaginar vivir sin ellos, como nos dan amor y compañía incondicionales. Ellos también nos sirven y nos protegen. Y para los discapacitados, los perros de servicio entrenados son invaluables. Para mostrar aprecio y concientizar al…
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It’s All About the Dogs: September is “National Service Dog Month” and “Responsible Dog Ownership Month”
It’s no secret we love our dogs. Most of us can’t imagine living without them since they provide unconditional love and companionship. They also serve and protect us. And for the disabled, trained service dogs are invaluable. To show appreciation and bring awareness to the amazing work service animals play…
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La temporada de la serpiente cascabel está aquí: consejos para mantenerse seguro
Por Laura Kujubu Las posibilidades son bastante bajas. Sólo alrededor de 300 casos de mordedura de serpiente cascabel en California se reportan cada año, de acuerdo con el Sistema de Control de Envenenamientos de California (CPCS como sus siglas en inglés). Sin embargo, con las intensas lluvias a principios de…
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For many pet lovers, losing a furry friend can almost be as devastating as a death in the family. And according to the American Humane Association, nearly 10 million dogs and cats are lost or stolen in the United States every year. Even worse, less than 23 percent are reunited…
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Por Laura Kujubu • 20 de junio de 2018 Comprar medicamentos recetados en línea para usted puede ser riesgoso. Esto también aplica al pedir medicamentos para mascotas en una farmacia vía internet. La Administración de Alimentos y Fármacos (FDA como sus siglas en inglés) de los EE. UU. advierte a…
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The chances are fairly low. Only about 300 cases of rattlesnake bites in California are reported each year, according to the California Poison Control System (CPCS). However, with the prolific rainfall earlier this year and the warm weather now upon us, we can expect a substantial jump in the number…
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The calendar may not say summer yet, but the heat is on. For our four-legged friends, warm days can spell trouble in the form of heat stroke and heat-related injury. Dr. Beth Parvin, a consultant with the California Veterinary Medical Board, warns that heat stroke in pets is a medical emergency…