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Scratching and excessive hair loss is one of the most common reasons dogs are presented to a veterinarian. There are many different reasons a dog may...
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It has recently become clear that cats can become infected with the H1N1 influenza virus. Sadly, the last reported case has been fatal. H1N1 virus...
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Most dog owners would prefer their canine companions to be well-behaved and well-trained. However, for some dogs, that seems like a daunting task....
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Currently, the H1N1 influenza virus has been diagnosed in people, ferrets, turkeys, pigs and in one cat. The virus' presence in pets and other animal...
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health have issued an alert in regards to Vetsulin® brand insulin....
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Cats are four times more likely to get rabies than dogs, according to a recent report issued by the CDC. Cat rabies in the United States According...
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Behavior problems such as aggression, destructiveness and other undesirable canine behaviors are some of the most common reasons dogs are abandoned or...
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The H1N1 influenza virus outbreak has now been characterized as a national emergency and many people are wondering how this virus, formerly referred...
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Halloween is right around the corner and it can be a fun evening for everyone. However, pet owners are often unaware of the threats that Halloween...
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Though cats actually outnumber dogs as pets in the United States, cats are seen less frequently at veterinary hospitals than their canine...
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