Monthly Archives: December 2011
Cats and Claws
Cats leave dogs in the dust when it comes to the dexterity of the fore paws. This allows them to fish small cavities and holes, hooking hidden prey with their well-sharpened claws. Unfortunately, their claws can do a lot of … Continue reading
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When it’s Time to Say Good-bye
As our pets age and their lives come to a close, most of us will face a question that none of us looks forward to answering; is it time to end our pet’s life through euthanasia? There is no right … Continue reading
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Summer, Kids and Biting Dogs
National Dog Bite Prevention Week – the third week in May – was established to remind us of a common threat to the health and safety of all us, especially our children. According to the CDC, of the 4.7 million … Continue reading
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Holiday Puppies and Kittens
If you ask most children what they would like for Christmas, at some point in their young lives the answer will be a puppy or kitten. This answer has always been a difficult one for anyone trying to keep up … Continue reading
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Destructive Behavior of Dogs and Cats
One of the most common reasons for euthanasia in dogs and cats is behavior that leads to destruction or damage of the house and/or furnishings. It is a decision that is both difficult and painful for the owner, who has … Continue reading
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