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Vet-Stem

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About a year ago I posted information about the launch of a new stem cell therapy for dogs ( Vet-Stem ). Since the launch Vet-Stem has treated more that 1800 dogs and more than 5,000 animals total. This is good news both in terms of money savings, but also because of possible side effects from medication during a lifetime use.

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Pet Foster Care Helps To Smooth Adoption Process

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Vet visits – Some foster pets will have had very poor nutrition or certain medical conditions that have not been properly addressed depending on the circumstances from where they came. Although the medical care is usually paid for, there will be a time commitment if you need to make several trips to a local veterinary clinic.

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Debbie Souza-Pappas: Our Trapped Golden Eagle

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Ipsen of Payson Family Pet Hospital in Payson, Utah, is our wildlife vet and very skilled at orthopedic surgeries. He has been our vet for many years and sees many of our patients in need of surgery. Newer devices have been further ‘tweaked’ to fit veterinary medical needs. This process is known as distraction osteogenesis.

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Must-Have Apps for the Avid Pet Lover

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It features a database of common medical emergencies, including CPR, treating bleeding and fractures, and safely restraining or muzzling a dog who is violent or seizing. You can also use it to track your pet’s medical history, including weight gain over time and detailed information on each veterinarian visit. Cost: free).

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How to Identify Food Intolerances in Pets

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It might surprise you to learn that according to the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association approximately 10% to %15 of dogs are prone to developing food allergies or food intolerance before they reach the age of 4. At this point the vet will run a series of tests to rule out fleas, dermatitis, infection or parasites.

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On Talking With Veterinarians About Vegan Food

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We have a request, and it's an issue I've written about a handful of times but never had this particular question answered by readers: How do you talk with your vet--who is against feeding your dog vegan food--about your choice to do so? I'm fortunate to have a regular (non-specialist) vet who has no problem at all with a vegan diet for dogs.

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Nutrition for Dogs: Choosing the Right Food for Your Canine Companion

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Similarly, these ingredients may increase parasite infection, increasing the money you must spend on vet care and pet medications. Your vet can advise you about your dog’s specific nutritional needs, and you should always check the label to see what exactly is in the food you feed your dog. Homemade Dog Food.

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