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Sep 05 2019
Blue-green Algae Poisoning
Blue-green algae, also called cyanobacteria, are bacteria that get their energy through photosynthesis, like plants. As their name implies, they often are a greenish-blue color, but can be blue,…
Sep 03 2019
Hurricane Dorian and Your Pets
Hurricane Dorian has caused extensive flooding and catastrophic damage in the Bahamas. While a direct hit on Florida is not expected, Hurricane Dorian is expanding and is still expected to cause…
Aug 29 2019
Puppy Eyes
Do you ever feel like your dog is speaking to you when he gazes at you with his puppy eyes? Have you ever fallen for that cute little raised eyebrow and let your dog jump up on the couch even though…
Aug 22 2019
Take Your Cat to the Vet Day!
August 22nd is “Take Your Cat to the Vet Day” – a day to remind all cat owners to take their kitty to the veterinarian! Only 50% of cats make the trip to see their veterinarian every year. In…
Aug 15 2019
Today is Check the Chip Day!
No, not potato chips – but microchips, the chips used for identification should a pet become lost! …
Aug 08 2019
Assistance Dog Week
There’s nothing cuter than coming across a cute little puppy wearing colored vests – yes, a service dog-in-training! You’ve probably seen them at the mall, in the grocery store, or on the…
Aug 01 2019
Immunization Awareness Month
Vaccines are one of the greatest medical discoveries – they fundamentally changed modern medicine. Starting with the smallpox vaccine in the 18th century, more than 20 vaccines have been developed…