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Holiday Proofing Your Pets!

Thought you got stressed out by the holidays? Well, think about how stressful this time of the year can be for your pets! If you have family members visiting for the holidays, this blog is a must read so you will know how to educate your house guests on your pets’ safety. Here, the top 5 ways to... READ MORE

Dec 14, 2011 / (2) comments

Dr. Patrick’s Top Five Canine Holiday Gifts

Despite the sheer glee dog owners achieve by giving holiday gifts, most canines will be similarly enthusiastic about nearly any offering, regardless of holiday or occasion. Dog caretakers might as well provide presents aimed at enhancing canine health or safety instead of that massive red and white,... READ MORE

Dec 13, 2011 / (9) comments

Holiday Gift Ideas for Cats and Cat Lovers

It’s that time of year again. With the holidays just around the corner, thoughts for many of us turn to gifts and gift-giving. What do you get for that special person or terrific pet for the holidays? Here are some thoughts:   READ MORE

Dec 12, 2011 / (4) comments

Pet Poisons in Your Handbags and Purses!

Pet Poison Helpline, an animal poison control based out of Minneapolis, MN, just released their list of the "top 5 pet poisons" found in your house. The source? Your purse!   READ MORE

Dec 07, 2011 / (2) comments

I Saw Fido Eating Toxic Plants, Underneath the Mistletoe Last Night

Now that Halloween and Thanksgiving are fading memories (but for those awesome pet photos you posted on Facebook), society is thrust into the cluster of holiday festivities that close out the calendar year.   READ MORE

Dec 06, 2011 / (6) comments

Keep Your Cat Safe and Healthy During the Holidays

The holidays bring with them decorations, gifts, good foods, and lots of activity as people visit friends and family to spread the good cheer. But to our cats these things translate into new "toys" to play with that may not be entirely safe, foods that probably shouldn’t be shared, and... READ MORE

Dec 05, 2011 / (4) comments

Pet Hoarders: How Many Cats Are Too Many?

Do I really need to answer this question? (And yes, I realize this blog will piss off people who own more than 6 cats!) Unfortunately, I do.   READ MORE

Nov 30, 2011 / (32) comments

Dispelling the Mixed Breed Health Myth in Observance of National Mutt Day

In commemoration of National Mutt Day, I am exploring the notion that mixed breed dogs have health advantages over pure breeds.   READ MORE

Nov 29, 2011 / (3) comments

Meet the Mutts of the Cat World

National Mutt Day is scheduled to be celebrated on December 2. In the dog world, mutts are also known as mongrels; non-purebred dogs whose genetic heritage is made up of two or more breeds.   READ MORE

Nov 28, 2011 / (1) comments

Celebrating Thanksgiving Day With Your Pet

As a veterinarian, I’m not the type to read a lot of animal books. After all, I live it. When Marley and Me came out, people raved about how I should read this best seller. As an avid reader, I wasn’t wowed — I gave it 2 out of 5 stars (After all, who wants to see a poorly behaved dog... READ MORE

Nov 23, 2011 / (5) comments

 

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