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Those Freakin’ Flat Flies

10,000 Birds

Flat flies and vulture vomit: either one can send an otherwise cheerful vet technician running from the room. It is then, just when our patient is perfectly restrained and we are finally about to deal with the medical issue, that a flat fly will inevitably rocket out, slam against our heads, and start searching for that gap in our clothing.

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Help a NYC Puppy

4 The Love Of Animals

I volunteer for a local animal rescue so I took the dog off her hands, but since this dog hasn’t had medical care, he can’t yet be housed in a shelter as it could put both him and the other animals at risk. The puppy is a 6 month old Chihuahua-mix and he came with papers (written in Spanish) that may or may not be legitimate.

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Must-Have Apps for the Avid Pet Lover

4 The Love Of Animals

The right app can provide more focused, reputable information than a Google search, and they’re available on hand, whenever you need them. 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.

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Taking Care of your Furry Friends While You’re Away

4 The Love Of Animals

Board with a Vet or Farm. Many vets also provide boarding services , which would be particularly ideal for pets with health issues. Choose an option that feels right for your entire family, and you’ll have a much more relaxed vacation. Hire a Professional Sitter. Enjoy your trip!

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Book: Shift Your Habit

4 The Love Of Animals

Save the Planet: Adopting a shelter pet not only saves a life, but it reduces demand for purebred animals, which are more likely to have medical problems due to genetic abnormalities. The Shift: Buy flea and tick medicine and any other pet medications online and in bulk instead of buying them one month at a time from your vet.

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Pet Symptoms You Should Not Overlook

4 The Love Of Animals

You love your pet, right? Coughing: Waste no time in getting to the vet. Guest post by Leah Gallin of Medical Assistant Schools where you can find information about medical assistant certification. Of course you do. Responsible pet owners know they need to pay close attention to their little friends.

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On Flourless Cakes and Injuries

Animal Person

And after a $250 vet trip it became this--. I was leaving the house on Friday and slipped on a filmy, shiny substance on the tile next to the ironing board, and my feet flew out from under me and I landed, cartoon-style, right on my tailbone. After the ligament medication it wasn't the ligament. And so we ended up with this--.

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