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2011 Resolution for Your Dog (& You!)
Let’s face it, in January and the upcoming winter months it can be a little challenging to provide enough exercise for your dog…It is good to remember all dogs were bred to do something: Pull a sled, follow a scent, or sit in a lap. The walk is like a work out for dogs! So let’s give our dogs something to do and some direction to follow to get the most from these chilly outings. A good walk is Doable!
Kroger Pet Food Recall 12/18
According to AnnArbor.com, Kroger has announced a pet food recall over this past weekend. The recall is due to a possible aflatoxin contamination and affects the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. Pet owners who suspect…
Ask the Canine Behaviorist!
Julia Levitt is our “Miss Manners” for dogs. Do you have a question about your dog’s behavior? Feel free to submit it and Julia will try to answer in her blog column here on our site. Today’s question is about the holidays and how they affect your dog.
Is Your Pet Getting Fat?
Our friends at Veterinarian Technician have compiled a list of 50 great sources for information on the subject of obesity in pets. The list includes many articles about why pets are getting fatter, as well as some great links about weight loss programs for pets, articles about diet and even a few blog links for photos of fat pets (a 44 lb. cat? Yikes!)
Why Are Grapes Harmful to Dogs?
There are lots of holiday foods that could be a problem for your pet if someone leaves a plate of party snacks where your dog could get into it…fatty foods such as cheese cubes and nuts come to mind, and often they are served with grapes or dried fruits. We came across this excellent post today on the Ann Arbor Dog Blog and thought it would be worth reposting here on our site.
How is your pet’s dental health?
According to the American Veterinary Dental Society 85% of adult pets have periodontal disease—the most common disease in dogs and cats. Fortunately, it’s simple and easy to treat…but not all veterinary dental protocols are created equal. This article lists how Ann Arbor Animal Hospital is different than many other veterinary dental providers.
Introducing “The Pet Portal”
What exactly is a Pet Portal? Pet Portals are private websites that give you secure online access to your pet’s health information. We provide Pet Portals free of charge to all clients who have active e-mail addresses. How can I get a Pet Portal? Just give us your e-mail address and you’ll receive a password…
Happy (& Safe) Thanksgiving to You!
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Following up on our tips about holiday treats/hazards for animals we posted on Halloween, we thought it might be a good idea to post a list of potential items that could harm your pet at Thanksgiving. Commonly ingested items Too much fat. Turkey carcass, ham, butter, grease, drippings, cakes, pies—all of these…
Acupuncture for pain management
Lorrie Shaw of AnnArbor.com spoke with Dr. Jess Franklin from the Ann Arbor Animal Hospital, a vet who has been using acupuncture in her practice since 2000, particularly for older dogs who are experiencing arthritic pain. “I saw these great old dogs who were otherwise generally healthy, but in pain,” she said.
Medications, Convenience and Cost
We often get questions about medications, their sources and cost…It is understandable that people are trying to save money and internet pharmacies are an option. However, the health of your pet is more important to us than anything else…we feel obligated to share concerns that have surfaced with internet pharmacies.