Aurora’s Best Pet Care Center: The top rated Pet Care Centers in Aurora, CO are: Aurora Animal Care Center – provides the highest level of veterinary medicine and pet care services Tenaker Pet Care Center, Inc. – a state-of-the-art pet care facility with luxurious amenities Altos Veterinary Clinic – offers comprehensive preventative care and treatment […]
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GOSSELIES, Belgium–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Regulatory news: TheraVet (ISIN: BE0974387194 – ticker code: ALVET), pioneering company in the management of osteoarticular diseases in companion animals, announces today the commercial launch of BIOCERA-VET® – its next-generation bone substitute for bone surgery and osteosarcoma – in the UK and Ireland. After the launches in Belgium, France and the Netherlands in […]
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Below is a list of the best vets in Minneapolis. To help you find the best vets located near you in Minneapolis, we’ve put together our own list based on this rating point list. Minneapolis’ Top Vets: The top rated vets in Minneapolis, MN are: Minneapolis Veterinary Partners – aims to nurture and maintain the […]
Veterinary Care
Pet owners are facing delays due to clinic closures and a severe shortage of vets in the capital
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A Wellington vet said hundreds of sick or injured animals in the city may lack treatment due to clinic closures and lack of staff. Jody Sharratt needs regular veterinary care for the cats Feral Nation rescue service in Wellington. Photo: Supplied / Savage Nation It comes amid a nationwide shortage of vets as pandemic border […]
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Bay Area residents should be on the lookout for any unusual wildlife activity due to possible canine distemper circulating in the area, according to San Francisco animal control officials. “Heads up! There could be an outbreak of distemper in the Bay Area,” San Francisco Animal Care & Control posted on social media Thursday. Canine distemper […]
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Can dogs, cats and other pets get COVID-19? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is possible for animals to contract COVID from people, but there is a low chance that animals will transmit the virus to humans. Most animals infected with the coronavirus had close contact with people with COVID, such […]
Veterinary Care
Animal lovers cheer on a lady who took her dog to the vet for treatment strapped to her back; Subtitled ‘Owner and Patient of the Day’ – Malawi Nyasa Times
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Several members of the public clapped and cheered a lady who walked a long distance of over an hour with her dog strapped to her back to get her pet treated at the Blantyre Society for the Protection & Care of Animals clinic (SPCA) . Touched by this deep love for her pet, Blantyre SPCA […]
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MOSES LAKE – There are likely many lost and stray dogs and cats in Grant and Adams counties. And there are probably unlucky pets with some owners, who threw them out or left them behind. Cats and female dogs get pregnant, which increases the number of kittens and puppies, and some think something needs to […]
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An empty piece of land belonging to Cornelia County holds the promise of a new start for unwanted animals in Habersham County and renewed hope for those who care for them. One of Habersham’s most anticipated SPLOST projects, a new animal shelter, is in the works. The county is in the process of finding a […]
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Rebecca O’Connor | Inland Empire Community Foundation In 2008, Linda Biggi based love all animals with a mission to be a conduit for animal welfare in the Coachella Valley. The organization sought to help shelter and rescue organizations work cooperatively to maximize programs that prevent animals from being euthanized. A decade later, the pet rescue […]
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“That’s definitely where I’ve seen the greatest local need,” said Elizabeth Jefferis, Baypath’s chief executive. The recent death of White, who was deeply committed to animal welfare, sparked a nationwide movement in support of animal shelters and rescue organizations. The last surviving star of the television series “The Golden Girls” died on December 31, a […]
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Close up of caramel and cream shih tzu puppy Joel Hawkins/Getty Many owners choose to keep their Shih Tzu’s hair short. It makes grooming so much easier and look how cute their freshly trimmed face looks! It’s never a good thing to learn that your dog has a disease, but a diagnosis of kidney dysplasia […]
Veterinary Care
PetSmart Charities Expands Reach to Break Down Barriers to Affordable Pet Veterinary Care in Canada
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Photo by Karsten Winegeart on Unsplash Millions of pets in Canada do not have access to veterinary care, especially those from underrepresented communities. As PetSmart Charities® of Canada – the nation’s leading funder of animal welfare – marks a $25 million Milestone in 23 years of giving, the Canadian charity is launching new grantmaking opportunities […]
Veterinary Care
Veterinary services are heavily impacted by Omicron, but states have not changed definitions and animals are suffering
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The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is calling on state and territory governments to recognize that all veterinary services are heavily impacted and to implement National Cabinet Directives, so that veterinary teams have the flexibility to manage close contact to ensure that veterinary services can continue to be provided. . “Veterinarians are highly skilled in infection […]
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“IT’S NOT LIKE BUYING A LOUIS VUITTON BAG” Despite growing demand, not everyone can go home with a pet. Responsible businesses screen potential customers to ensure pets only go to the best homes. “In screening, we require prospective owners to know what they want in their furry friend. They shouldn’t adopt a puppy just because […]
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has been revealed to be the most stolen dog after a huge spike in pet thefts last year. The number of dogs or puppies stolen from homes in 2021 has increased by around 70% compared to the previous year according to a new study published by insurer Gather. It comes as […]
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has been revealed as the most stolen dog as pet thefts have seen a huge spike in the past year. New research reveals that the number of dogs or puppies stolen from homes in 2021 has increased by around 70% compared to the previous year. The study, conducted by the insurer […]
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Tara Murray A new animal management plan from Brimbank will focus on increasing education and compliance to help address persistent issues with cats and dogs. Brimbank Council Domestic Animal Management Plan [DAMP] 2021-2025 was released at last week’s board meeting, detailing the board’s plan for the next four years. The plan identified several areas where […]
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Local vets are struggling to keep up with the demand for their services during what has been a difficult pandemic made worse by staff issues, ineffective sidewalk models and the anger of some clients. People who have sick animals on their hands are told that they will have to wait weeks, or even months, in […]
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French bulldog on the windowsill Md Ammar Alam / 500px / Getty You planned to stay with your dog for at least 12 to 15 years, but things just aren’t working out. Life is coming. Maybe a family member has developed an allergy to dogs, or your job requires you to travel often. Perhaps your […]
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An innovative Houston company has closed a new round of funding in hopes of rolling out its service statewide. Rockin ‘Pets, Rollin’ Vets, a full-service Houston-based mobile veterinary clinic, closed a $ 5 million capital raise with plans to expand statewide. Founded by company CEO Dr Katie Eick, Rollin ‘Vets Group is changing the game […]
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New multi-million dollar project to support intensive care and specialist veterinary services at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph The following article was provided by the University of Guelph News Services. As more Canadian animal owners seek advanced treatment options for pets, a new multi-million dollar project will support intensive care and specialist veterinary […]
Puppy Mill
New York Attorney General Letitia James sues Long Island Shake a Paw pet store for allegedly selling sick and injured puppies
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HICKSVILLE, Long Island (WABC) – New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a complaint Thursday against a pet store for allegedly selling numerous sick or injured puppies to unconscious consumers at two locations on Long Island. James said an investigation found Shake A Paw, located in Hicksville and Lynbrook and serving the wider tri-state area, […]
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Pharmacy revenues have declined in recent years. The challenges of conventional retail stores and online pharmacies are taking market share from veterinarians. While I support consumers who save money, the reality is that pharmacy revenues have helped financially support our practices. The loss of an important source of income is not sustainable, and we must […]
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WASHINGTON, November 30, 2021 / PRNewswire / – This holiday season, the humanitarian society of United States invites people to celebrate in a human way – with gifts and festivities that make a difference for animals and the environment. Kitten block, President and CEO of the Humane Society of United Statessaid, “The holiday season is […]
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Bond Vet, a new veterinary and emergency pet care clinic, is celebrating its grand opening at 625 Driggs Ave. on Tuesday, November 30, donating all profits from Day 1 to Badass Animal Rescue, also located in Brooklyn. With the increase in the number of pandemic pets and the general animal friendliness of the region, Bond […]
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PETALING JAYA: Appropriate understanding and knowledge is required before any attempt to handle or rescue animals, according to the Malaysian National Animal Welfare Foundation (MNAWF). MNAWF Secretary Shrilan Sivagurunathan noted the foundation’s mission is to educate animal lovers and pet owners about animal care. “Our goal is to promote a society that cares about animals […]
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Hundreds of dogs and cats have made their home on San Cristobal Island, alongside the iconic blue-footed boobies and sea lions of the Galapagos Archipelago. But until Dr Tom Parker arrived in early November, there was no year-round veterinary clinic for pet owners in the community, which is nearly 800 miles from the capital of […]
Veterinary Care
Santa Barbara Humane gets a 100/100 rating from Charity Navigator | Good for Santa Barbara
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Posted on November 9, 2021 | 5:40 p.m. Santa Barbara Humane’s solid financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency have earned it a 100/100 rating from Charity Navigator’s Encompass rating system. This score designates Santa Barbara Humane as an official Give with Confidence charity, indicating that the organization is using its donations effectively based on […]
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The challenges vets face after the COVID-19 pandemic Lynsey Mohr of Rehoboth Animal Hospital looks at the veterinarian shortage. Wochit A veterinarian makes appointments two months later. Another does not accept new customers until January. Others have limited their hours or availability for emergency visits. While many pet owners say they can understand vets have […]
Dog Socialization
Opportunities to adopt, foster and volunteer to help animals abound in the metro area
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Animal shelters in the greater Albuquerque area are overcapacity and are looking for volunteers to help them. Volunteers receive training and support services to optimize positive outcomes for animals and volunteers. Information on three major organizations is provided here, with more relief groups serving the community. Volunteer applications are available on the websites. The Bernalillo […]
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For the first time in the United States, the transmission of COVID-19 from parent to pet is genetically documented in a study by the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), a subsidiary of City of Hope. The published results of the current study appear in the journal Health. This is one of five nationwide pilot studies […]
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Puppies, kittens, and other pandemic pets seem to be everywhere these days: your Facebook feed, neighborhood streets, dog parks, vet offices, and local businesses. It may seem like everyone you know adopted or bought a pet during the height of the coronavirus pandemic. While this might be an exaggeration, the increase in the number of […]
Dog Socialization
New research suggests cats and dogs’ ‘moms’ and’ dads’ really take care of their pets – here’s the evolving explanation why
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Have you noticed more cats in strollers lately? Or bumper stickers that say “I love my big dogs”? You can’t imagine it. More and more people are investing a lot of time, money and attention in their pets. It sounds a lot like parenthood, but pets, not people. Can this kind of animal care really […]
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Oct
Pilot and review of Wausau Editor’s Note: Company of the week is a sponsored article that shares the stories of locally owned and operated businesses in the Wausau area, highlighting the products and services they offer and how they contribute to the unique flavor of the metropolitan area. Learn how to present your business by […]
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Local vets recommend that pet owners book health checkups for their pets well in advance as they face a backlog of appointments. The industry, like many others, faces the continuing impacts of COVID-19. Some offices say their calendars are booked for next month. They say before the pandemic they say […]
Dog Socialization
New Brunswick school support dog aims to break down barriers and alleviate student stress
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Timber Wilson, Brunswick Junior High School student, Desi the Black Lab and Kerry Wolongevicz, School Resources Manager. C. Thacher Carter / The Times Record. When Desi – Brunswick Junior High School’s new support dog – walked out Friday morning during recess, students of all levels rushed to pet her. “I see her almost every day,” […]
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MUNCIE, Ind. – Authorities are working to save dozens of cats in what the Humane Society has called a “situation of gross neglect” in Muncie. The Humane Society of the United States is helping the Muncie Police Department deal with the situation, and the Indiana State Board of Health and Muncie Animal Services are also […]
Veterinary Care
LA Animal Hospital alerts public of emergency veterinary services overload – CBS Los Angeles
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LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – An increase in the number of pets adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant increase in activities at veterinary hospitals, resulting in longer wait times, staff shortages and frustrated pet owners, Southland veterinary hospital company officials said Monday. “The veterinary industry is under tremendous pressure to meet demand, […]
Veterinary Care
British Columbia veterinarian shortage causes regulator to worry about mental health of those who work
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British Columbia urgently needs more veterinarians and the industry regulator is sounding the alarm about the mental health impact of heavy workloads on those currently trying to respond to the growing demand for their services. According to the College of Veterinarians of BC, the shortage is expected to continue for years depending on the expected […]
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The anonymous owner of Impala Park writes: Game changer, the very thought reminds us if our current ways of caring for our animals are in and of themselves effective. If not, is it time for further new changes or are we improving the current methods? If the latter is needed, then who is responsible? The […]
Veterinary Care
‘Stop health problems from happening’: local vets stay busy and share tips for new pet owners
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New Northeastern Nebraska vets are encouraging people to make their pet’s health a priority because it’s National Pet Welfare Month. Monday, October 4, 2021, 7:55 p.m. CDT Update: Monday October 4, 2021, 8:21 p.m. CDT NORFOLK, Neb. – Local vets share tips for new and old pet owners. The pandemic has driven up pet adoption […]
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By Natalie [email protected] SALISBURY – Local pet owners let the dogs out on Sunday at Pitner Dog Park during Woofstock 2021. The Woofstock Festival, which began in 2017, raises funds for the Pitner Dog Park, located behind the Salisbury Civic Center on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. Event coordinator Alyssa Sides said profits from Woofstock […]
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Dog and cat owners make a lot of assumptions about the intelligence of their four-legged companions. Of course, we all like to imagine that our Fido or Felix is ​​the smartest animal that has ever picked up – or jumped on – a ball. Can we then settle the secular debate? Which species is smarter: […]
Veterinary Care
Five neglected dogs receiving treatment at Tacoma shelter after animal cruelty case – The Suburban Times
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A press release from the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. As of September 22, five dogs were confiscated from a Federal Way residence due to animal neglect and were brought to the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County for treatment. A Federal Way animal control officer discovered that the dogs and their […]
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Aspen, it seems, is home. Jim Mital from Moscow posted on his Facebook page on Sunday morning that Aspen, an American Eskimo who fled in late August and has since escaped capture, has been found and has returned to Mital’s home at the foot of the Moscow mountain. “My little girl is at home !!!!” […]
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CONWAY – The U.S. pet industry is estimated to have grown from $ 97.5 billion in 2019 to $ 99 billion in 2020, and the pandemic has obviously played a big role in more people adopting pets. That’s an astonishing growth of $ 1.5 billion in one year. It was a year in which pet […]
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Last year, as the reality of the lockdown began to bite, the number of pet owners increased by 20% and a staggering 3.2 million Britons became pet owners. Many of them were from younger age groups, possibly working from home and having the time to properly care for a pet. Unsurprisingly, the emergence of a […]
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Dear Tom,My husband and I recently adopted a seven year old pit bull from our local shelter. He is a cheerful, sweet and friendly dog ​​who loves everyone and everyone he meets. Sadly, in one of his old homes, he and another dog escaped from the backyard and managed to seriously injure a neighbor’s pet […]
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The drought has increased The Horse Shelter’s cost of hay by 21% this year, and with the shelter close to capacity with 78 horses and an annual food bill of $ 120,000, the goal of a fundraiser and of an auction is to bring in $ 50,000. The online auction runs until 5 p.m. Sunday. […]
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It’s easy to assume that a dog is overwhelmed with joy if it squirms, it’s behind back and forth. What better symbol of happiness than a dog wagging its tail? However, science suggests that reducing a dog’s tail wagging to a mere sign of happiness is an oversimplification of the way dogs use their tails […]
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Image by @ chiemsee2016 via Pixabay A Filipino veterinarian urged pet owners to feed their dogs a healthy, balanced diet, as this is crucial for their growth and development. Dr Saza Curaming, technical advisor of Mars Petcare Nutrition, said that with dog ownership comes greater responsibilities. “Whatever stage of life, a dog will need the […]
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The biggest problem that a pet lover or pet parent encounters is their pets’ fur, which ends up getting stuck on their clothes or on furniture in the house. A number of equipments have appeared in the market, which help to clean the fur of clothes as well as in the house. However, a British […]
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Mixed-breed dogs are the most popular among pet owners in the Brockton area, accounting for over a third of dogs allowed. Dog owners have listed approximately 1,000 of their pets as mixed breed and have specified what type of mix for approximately 5,000 dogs. The best mixed breeds are Labrador retriever mixes, terrier mixes, and […]
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Sign up for our COVID-19 newsletter to stay up to date with the latest coronavirus news across New York City We already know that Long Island is home to the best human schools in the country, but there is also a wide variety of excellent dog training schools and programs. Whether you have a new […]
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Greeneville-Greene County Humane Society is located at 950 Hal Henard Road, Greeneville. The phone number is (423) 639-4771, hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 3 p.m. The Humane Society was founded in 1976 and operates as a No-Kill Shelter. Healthy, adoptable pets are never euthanized. It is a 501 (c) (3) organization […]
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Animal Lovers Behind ACANA® Pet Food Announce Collaboration With Jess Sims To Support Successful Animal Adoptions Through The Forever Project | State
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AUBURN, Ky., August 11, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The pet lovers behind ACANA® pet food have announced a collaboration with acclaimed Peloton Instructor and an enthusiastic “dog momâ€. Jess sims for his Forever Project, an initiative created to support pet parents and the launch of the new food, ACANA Rescue Care for Adopted Dogs. […]
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Animal shelters across the city are facing what Winnipeg Humane Society CEO Jessica Miller calls a “perfect storm.” Shelters such as the humane society are operating at almost full capacity due to northern wildfires, summer weather, and the pandemic. Fur babies left behind The residents of some Manitoba First Nations have been evacuated due to […]
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WEST SPRINGFIELD – Deerfield Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Hospital plans to open a 12,000 square foot facility here next year to address the lack of urgent pet care in Hampden County. West Springfield Hospital at 134 Capital Drive will be the first 24-hour emergency pet care site in Greater Springfield since the VCA Boston Road […]
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I finally felt mature enough to have my own cat about two years ago. The hunt for my future feline started as most people do: by going through the kitten lists at my local shelter. By default, I started looking at kittens because I felt like it was the right thing to do – plus […]
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When looking at the makeup of American families today, it’s rare to see a home where a pet is not part of the family. According to the most recent data from APPA National Survey of Pet Owners, 67% of households, or around 85 million households, own a pet. Among these households, dogs and cats top […]
Veterinary Care
Increased demand for pandemic pets has created increased demand for pandemic veterinarians | animal question | Pittsburgh
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Click to enlarge Demand for pets has increased during the pandemic as many people have found themselves at home with more time and fewer activities. But with furry, scaled, and feathered new friends in people, vets have faced increased demand for services, while trying to navigate the CDC’s changing safety guidelines over the past year […]
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“I didn’t want a puppy,†says its owner. Whether he’s wearing a rainbow bow tie, sticking out his pink tongue, or covering his eyes with his tiny paws, a local miniature schnauzer steals hearts with his adorable antics and teddy bear appearance. Owner Suzen Lülf recounts Vancouver is awesome that she feels lucky to have […]
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There are many ways to build wealth. You can put your savings under the mattress, invest in real estate, or buy bank bonds and CDs to generate interest income, to name just a few ideas. But of all the investment vehicles available, the stock market has been the most consistent creator of long-term wealth. Since […]
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Renton Puppyland receives complaints Puppyland charged with pushing confusing financial terms, deceptive payment systems, and obtaining puppies from out-of-state puppy mills. RENTON, Wash. – More community members are raising concerns after Q13 News published an article on Puppyland in Renton in 2019, where a couple accused the company of an expensive and confusing puppy rental […]
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BRANDON, Fla .– For dog owners, a return to work in person may involve finding a doggy day care center. But, these daycares carry risks. A pet owner whose dog was injured at a facility shared his story with ABC Action News’s Jackie Callaway. Months after suffering a serious injury at the Brandon Puppy Palace, […]
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Hundreds of San Antonio animal lovers collected bags of pet food from the San Antonio Food Bank during the non-profit organization’s first-ever pet food distribution to families in low income having pets. Residents lined up in their vehicles around the block Thursday morning at the main food bank campus on the West Side. In all, […]
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Anytime an animal drug is linked to an adverse event – in an animal or a person – Food and Drug Administration officials want to know. In June, FDA officials released a new video explaining to vets and pet owners why they should report any adverse events related to the use of animal drugs and […]
Veterinary Care
New Jersey Assembly Bill Seeks To Regulate Animal Rescue Organizations And Facilities Through Consumer Friendly Regulation | Fox Rothschild LLP
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New Jersey Assembly Bill A5715 (the “Rescue Animal Disclosure Act” or the “Bill”) which would provide for the regulation of animal rescue organizations and facilities (“Animal Rescue”) in the New Jersey, was introduced in May, without a sister bill to date in the Senate. The bill would require Animal Rescue to provide consumers with an […]