Skin requires daily protection from the ultraviolet rays of the sun. Protection is necessary year-round as the sun’s rays pose a continuous risk. There are many products available that offer varying levels of SPF sun-protection for every part of the body–from head to toes. But, did you ever take into…
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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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Veterinarians go into their field of work with the best intentions. Like many individuals in passion-driven professions, veterinarians want to help…animals. Working with patients that cannot communicate through spoken or written word – such as dogs, cats, and the occasional reptile – may seem ideal and stress free, but veterinarians…
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Losing a pet is difficult regardless of the circumstances, but the sad simple fact is that pets live shorter lives compared to their human companions. At the end of a faithful pet’s life, we may feel relief that they are no longer burdened by pain and suffering. If your pet…
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A los estadounidenses les encanta celebrar el 4 de julio con espléndidos fuegos artificiales, pero sus perros – aterroizados por el ruido – podrían entrar en pánico y salir huyendo. La ansiedad por el ruido en los perros es real. Los fuegos artificiales hacen ruidos fuertes acompañados de brillantes destellos…
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Buying online prescription drugs for yourself can be a risky proposition. The same applies when ordering pet medications from an online pharmacy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns pet owners to be extremely careful if buying from an online retailer. Similar to some online pharmacies for people, online…
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What’s not to love about an adorable, wriggling puppy covering your face in wet kisses? Unfortunately, lots of things. Dog and cat licks can cause a number of health problems for the people they share their saliva with. Illnesses you could contract from your pets, called zoonotic illnesses, include hookworms,…
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The flu isn’t just for humans. Dogs can catch the flu from other dogs, and, similar to the human flu, is highly contagious. According to the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, dog flu—or canine influenza—is spreading throughout the country, including in California. According to a San Francisco Chronicle article…
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What may be innocuous foods for you may be highly toxic for your pet to consume. Before you slip them a snack, know what foods can be harmful—or even life-threatening—to your pet. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty…