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National Keep Pets Safe in Winter Day

We’ve been lucky so far this winter here in Northeast Pennsylvania with only one snowfall so far, but January is coming and it will probably bring the winter weather with it.  Many dogs and cats enjoy frolicking in the snow, but it’s important to remember the snow and ice can bring some dangers with it. . . . → Read More: National Keep Pets Safe in Winter Day

The Great American Smokeout- Do it for your pets

November 17th is the Great American Smokeout, a day to encourage smokers to quit. As a cancer registrar, everyday I see the effects smoking has on people. Along with cancer, smoking contributes to heart and lung disease.  Second hand smoke effects other people also contributing to lung cancer, heart disease and respiratory diseases.

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Making Vet Visits Less Stressful for Your Cat

Imagine- you’re checking another item off you’re to do list for the the day- your afternoon nap- when your human grabs you, sticks you into this box and puts you in the car. After a bumpy ride, you’re taken out and into a building where you hear, but can’t see dogs barking, cats meowing and . . . → Read More: Making Vet Visits Less Stressful for Your Cat

Is this an Emergency?

How do you know when you need to get your pet to the vet right away? Some problems might be very obvious emergencies, but others might not be so visible.

It’s a good idea to give you vet a call if any of the following is happening-photo © 2009 takomabibelot | more info (via: Wylio)

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Pet First Aid Awareness Month- Knowing What’s Normal for Your Pet

photo © 2010 James Brooks | more info (via: Wylio)Broken legs, a bleeding wound, when something like this happens you know you have an emergency on your hands.  But there are some times when an emergency might not be so obvious.  Knowing what is normal for your pet by doing a monthly home check-up, can . . . → Read More: Pet First Aid Awareness Month- Knowing What’s Normal for Your Pet