The Internet - or World Wide Web - can offer pet owners a wealth of medical information. It can also confuse and frighten folks who are unable to sift out trustworthy sites from less reputable groups that post opinions and rumors online and use scare tactics to get attention.
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Learn facts about skunk spray and what to do if your dog is sprayed by a skunk.
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Veterinary practices provide care to patients that can’t speak for themselves, and as such, the veterinary team relies on the owner for a great deal of information. Communication between clients and veterinary practice team members is critical to providing care for pets. As a pet owner, you’re looking for services that not only make your pets feel better, but help you feel better as well.
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I want to get a dog, but my kids have allergies. I have heard that poodles are good for people with allergies. Is there a list of breeds that are okay? What about a Jack Russell Terrier? Would that be an acceptable breed?

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We’ve made the decision to euthanize one of our two dogs. How can we help the other one through the grieving process?

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Euthanizing a pet is never easy, but a recent upswing in in-home euthanasia is making the process less painful for pet owners and their beloved companions.

 

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Despite the fact that it’s usually against the law and it’s dangerous both for their dogs and for other people, it’s unfortunately true that some pet owners let their dogs run loose.
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Stories of pet survival were showcased at AAHA’s 75th Annual Yearly Conference.
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Michael Moyer, VMD, from the University of Pennsylvania discusses shelter veterinary medicine and recovering lost pets.
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For Josh, a golden retriever, surgery is a daunting experience. He has questions about what will happen to him at the hospital, if he will be left alone at any point, and how long his recovery will take. Truth be told, Josh is nervous – maybe even a little bit scared.
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Humane societies and animal shelters play an important role in our communities. AAHA believes that all pets deserve the best care, and so do many humane societies and animal shelters throughout the United States. In fact, 12 veterinary hospitals associated with humane societies and animal shelters in the United States are now AAHA-accredited.

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