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Calling All Dog Experts: What kind of dog is that?

Posted on 14. May, 2012 by Stacy Smith.

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While many people like to know “What kind of dog is that?” just to satisfy their curiosity, dog breed designations have also been used in an attempt to predict future behavior, match pets to families, find lost dogs, and even to restrict the ownership of certain types of dogs. Breed lineages are frequently guessed based on their physical appearance, but it is not known how accurate these visual breed assessments are. Well, perhaps we’re about to find out…

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Reiterating Responsible Pet Ownership

Posted on 09. Jan, 2012 by Stacy Smith.

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Most of you that spend time on this website don’t need lessons on being a responsible pet owner, but there are plenty of others that do… some because they’re just learning and some because they’re just not thinking. As the new year begins, it seems like a perfect opportunity to get the year off to a good start by bringing up the subject and some guidelines that might be good to pass along to others that might benefit from them.

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5 reasons you want a veterinarian on your team in a zombie apocalypse

Posted on 31. Oct, 2011 by Stacy Smith.

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Now, under normal circumstances, of course, we would never recommend that a veterinarian treat a human, but in the midst of a zombie apocalypse, well … physicians might be hard to come by, governing boards and malpractice laws are out the window, and if one of your party is bleeding to death, a veterinarian just might give that person the best chance of survival. Which got us thinking … how else might a veterinarian prove useful in a zombie apocalypse? Here are our top 5 reasons you’d want a veterinarian as part of your zombie apocalypse team:

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Who to Have on Speed Dial for Your Pet in an Emergency

Posted on 07. Jun, 2011 by Stacy Smith.

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What phone numbers do you think you need in an emergency? 911, poison control, family/friends, parents, kids, etc. Anyone that would be of assistance both during and immediately after an emergency, right? But what about emergency numbers directly related to helping or finding your pets during and after such an emergency? Who would you call?

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Taking Care When Choosing a Veterinarian

Posted on 11. Oct, 2010 by Stacy Smith.

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Life is full of choices. Some are simple, some not so much. Some choices are inconsequential – merely a matter of personal preference. But some, like the choice of a dentist, a physician, or a veterinarian, can be crucial to your family’s health and well-being.

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Senate Bill Lauds 250th Anniversary of Veterinary Medicine; Designates 2011 as World Veterinary Year

Posted on 28. Sep, 2010 by Stacy Smith.

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When the first veterinary medical college opened in Lyon, France, 250 years ago, one had to already be a physician to even qualify to study for a degree in veterinary medicine. Boy, have things changed…

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Medications for Your Pet: 10 Important Questions to Ask Your Vet

Posted on 13. Apr, 2010 by Stacy Smith.

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Just as you would talk to your doctor about a medicine prescribed for you or your children, you should talk to your veterinarian about your pet’s medications. Understanding important information about the medication and how to treat your pet can help your animal’s recovery or continued good health.

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“Flatulence” …by Your Pet

Posted on 08. Feb, 2009 by Stacy Smith.

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There are a lot of jokes about book titles and their authors. It is sophomoric entertainment at best, but usually nothing more than grade school bathroom humor. You know what I’m talking about. Such classics as “Rusted [...]

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“A Veterinarian was Born” – The (brief) History of Vets in the U.S.

Posted on 04. Feb, 2009 by Stacy Smith.

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In the beginning…there were the “animal doctors” (as they described themselves) who’s focus in the U.S. before the 19th Century was on horses. After 1800, human physicians were formally trained and practiced on many species of animals as well as humans. At that time, most of the communication between Veterinarians took place in question-and -answer formats within the pages of agricultural publications. Little by little, people became increasingly aware of the need for formally trained veterinarians and so that formal training began to evolve.

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“Rachael Ray” vet, Dr. Ernie Ward Contributes to – “What’s Up Doc”

Posted on 31. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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Some of you may already know Dr. Ward, or as he’s affectionately known, “Dr. Ernie” as a frequent guest on the Rachael Ray Show since 2007.

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Iowa – Veterinary Hospitals

Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by dsmith.

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Adel
Adel Veterinary Clinic PC
619 Greene St
Adel    IA    50003
Afton
Afton Veterinary Clinic
2504 E Grand St
Afton IA    50830
Akron
Akron Veterinary Clinic
215 Reed St
Akron    IA    51001
Albia
Albia Animal Clinic
6398 196th St
Albia    IA    52531
Algona
Animal Medical Center
2222 Highway 169 N
Algona    IA    50511
Holmes Animal Clinic
309 E North St
Algona    IA    50511
KOSSUTH VETERINARY CLINIC
304 Highway 18 E
Algona    IA    50511
Altoona
Altoona [...]

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Florida – Veterinary Hospitals

Posted on 22. Jan, 2009 by dsmith.

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Alachua
Countryside Animal Hospital
15551 NW US Highway 441 # 10
Alachua, FL 32615-9330
(386) 462-7225
Hilltop Animal Hospital
16402 US Highway 441
Alachua, FL 32615
(386) 462-3822
Altamonte Springs
Altamonte 436 Pet Doc Hospital
262 E Altamonte Dr
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 834-7000
Altamonte Animal Clinic
510 E Altamonte Dr
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 834-0202
Altamonte Veterinary Hospital
1089 E Altamonte Dr
Altamonte Spgs, FL 32701
(407) 339-1922
Banfield
380 South SR 434
Altamonte Springs, FL [...]

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California – Veterinary Hospitals

Posted on 22. Jan, 2009 by dsmith.

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Acampo
Dornton Elaine M DVM
22584 North Dustin Road
Acampo, CA 95220-9628
(209) 333-7443
Pioneer Equine Services Inc
24860 N Tully Rd
Acampo, CA 95220-9332
(209) 334-4247
Acton
Acton Veterinary Clinic
32033 Crown Valley Rd
Acton, CA 93510-1925
(661) 269-7060
Adin
Big Valley Veterinary Clinic
220 Highway 299 N
Adin, CA 96006
(530) 299-3121
Agoura Hills
Agoura Animal Clinic
28282 Dorothy Dr
Agoura Hills, CA 91301-2684
(818) 991-1036
Agoura Hills Animal Hospital
5605 Kanan Rd
Agoura Hills, CA 91301-3358
(818) 991-2424
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South Dakota

Posted on 21. Jan, 2009 by Stacy Smith.

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Heart of the Earth Animal Equipment
205 Hight Street Fruitdale SD 57717
Canyonside Bed & Breakfast
570 McGuigan Road Spearfish SD 57783

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New Mexico

Posted on 21. Jan, 2009 by Stacy Smith.

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Elkhorn Lodge
Rt 1 Box 45    Chama    NM    87520
San Juan Veterinary Hospital
167 Browning Pkwy    Farmington    NM    87401
Totah Pet Clinic
721 W Apache St    Farmington    NM    87401
Valley Veterinary Clinic LLC
4390 E Main St    Farmington    NM    87402
Cedar Animal Medical Center
N Highway 491    Gallup    NM    87301
Red Rock Animal Hospital
816 S Boardman Ave    Gallup    NM    87301
Lobo Canyon Animal Clinic
1212 Lobo Canyon [...]