As a pet parent, I’m sure you have gone to the vet to get your dog or cat her “shots,” but do you know how they protect your pet or what diseases are being prevented? Being a shelter vet and…
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By Tena Parker, CPDT-KA Success Just Clicks Dog Training Having a well-trained dog opens up a world of possibilities for fun experiences and sets dog owners up for success with their pet. The definition of a “well trained dog” will…
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Therapy animals play an extraordinary role in offering affection to individuals in a retirement home, nursing home, hospital, schools, or other situations. They provide love and support needed by individuals seeking emotional assistance. Those who have come to rely on…
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Pet Food Recall Information Keep your pet safe. For the latest pet food recalls, click here. Dog and cat food brands included are: J.M. Smucker Company 9Lives EverPet Special Kitty Evanger’s Pet Food Did you like what you…
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By MARCY WRIGHT Many people understand the wonderful benefits of holistic care for humans, however, did you know that pets derive the very same benefits from this type of care? We tend to forget that animals are living beings with…
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Vacationing with a cause Nose down. Ears up. Feet on the move. Lots to check out! 175 acres of country paradise designed FOR dogs BY dogs… where dogs rule and can let go. The Getaway at Glen Highland Farm…
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February 28 is National Spay Day! By BERNADETTE E. KAZMARSKI Cats left unspayed and unneutered whether in free-ranging colonies or in your own home will produce as many kittens as their bodies will allow. Some hoarding situations begin with…
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By VICTORIA A. VETERE, PHD, HC “The smallest feline is a masterpiece.” ~ Leonardo Da Vinci Who can cast their eye upon a cat and not see poise, grace, calm and beauty? From the tiniest kittens to the great jungle cats,…
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Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center (PVSEC) is western Pennsylvania’s most comprehensive multi-specialty referral and emergency veterinary center. By CARLA MADER Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center (PVSEC) is western Pennsylvania’s most comprehensive multi-specialty referral and emergency veterinary center. They…
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By Christine R. Rutter, DVM, DACVECC www.pvs-ec.com As the cold weather finally releases its grip on Western Pennsylvania, families and pets head outside for some much needed sunshine and fresh air! While there’s nothing like an invigorating walk in the…
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