Petscellaneous
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Lily Toxicity in Cats
Cats may never be without curiosity for very long, because it's a major part of who they are, and their survival instincts are closely tied to it. Sometimes their inquisitive personalities get the best of them. Unfortunately, the beautiful bouquet of Easter Lilies on...
How to find the right veterinary practice for your pet
Choosing the right veterinarian is one of the most important decisions you will make for your pets. It’s not always an easy decision to make. As a veterinary technician with well over 25 years of experience in the veterinary industry, I’m here to help!What should...
Pet Food Pulled Due To Dangerous Toxin
As of October 2020, the FDA is alerting pet owners about certain pet food products manufactured by Sunshine Mills. There are several brand names that may contain unsafe levels of aflatoxin. What is aflatoxin?Aflatoxin is produced by the mold Aspergillus flavus, a...
Veterinary Visits During COVID-19
Despite the risks involved with the current pandemic, veterinary clinics around the country are working harder than ever to continue offering compassionate care to pets in need. However, it isn’t business as usual. Each clinic has its own protocol in order to...
Update on COVID-19 and Our Pets
An update on COVID-19 and how it affects our pets.Since the last update from April 10, two house cats and one dog have tested positive for COVID-19. The cats that tested positive are living in two separate areas of New York. Each cat showed mild signs of respiratory...
Covid-19 and our Pets
An update on Covid-19 and how it affects our pets.Recently, you may have seen a news article stating a tiger at the Bronx Zoo tested positive for Covid-19. Public health officials believe this is a result of close interaction with an asymptomatic zookeeper. A total...
Veterinary costs uncovered
Working in a veterinary practice is one of the hardest jobs I’ve ever had. There were physical and mental stresses to be dealt with on a daily basis. Believe it or not, getting bit, scratched, peed, or pooped on was the least of my worries. One of the hardest parts...
How to get the most out of your veterinary visit
Veterinary visits can be stressful for so many reasons. It wasn’t until I stopped working for a veterinary clinic and had to take my dog for a sick visit, that I realized how stressful this can be for pet owners as well as their pet. Having worked behind the scenes...
The flea life cycle – mystery solved
Does the thought of finding a flea on your pet terrify you? Have you heard horror stories of pet owners finding fleas inside their home, sometimes in the dead of winter? How can that be possible? Don’t fleas die when it gets cold?I’m going to show you how this IS...
Is it time to euthanize your pet?
Euthanasia is a touchy subject, and many people avoid the topic altogether. Making the decision to euthanize a pet can be overwhelming and heart-wrenching, bringing on a slew of mixed and complicated emotions. While making this decision is difficult and can even...