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Warning issued to vaccinate dogs
8+ hour, 14+ min ago (784+ words) Dog owners across the Southern Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly, Yass, Camden and Campbelltown are being advised to vaccinate their beloved pet against the deadly disease known as leptospirosis. Leptospirosis is a severe, often fatal bacterial infection. Dogs can develop rapid onset…...
5 seconds with your hand on the ground: a veterinarian's simple test to check before taking your dog outside when the pavement reaches 52 C
9+ min ago (564+ words) When the temperature rises, we need to completely rethink our routines with our dog. An everyday activity as simple as a morning walk can quickly become risky during a heat wave. However, a quick test is all it takes to…...
National Children's Advocacy Center welcomes four-legged therapist to help children
43+ min ago (420+ words) The National Children's Advocacy Center has welcomed its newest team member, a 2-year-old Black Labrador/Golden Retriever mix named Marvin III. Marvin III has joined the Huntsville-based organization as its newest facility dog, providing comfort and emotional support to children and…...
What doctors want patients to know about sunburns | American Medical Association
1+ hour, 44+ min ago (1756+ words) Veterinarian Courtney A. Campbell, DVM, DACVS-SA, explains why owning a pet can support your cardiovascular health and improve your overall well-being." Explore information about the CPT" new Proprietary Laboratory Analyses (PLA) Codes and how to request that codes be added to…...
Dogs caught in the crossfire of domestic abuse as MPs back Holly's Law
1+ hour, 49+ min ago (555+ words) Holly Bramley was just 26 when she was murdered by her husband. Before killing Holly, her perpetrator had already tortured and killed her beloved pets, highlighting what campaigners say is a well-established pattern linking animal cruelty with escalating violence against people....
Woman shares warning after shocking encounter with snake at Welsh beauty spot
1+ hour, 44+ min ago (515+ words) A woman has shared footage of a hissing snake after she nearly stepped on it at a Welsh beauty spot. Bethan Palfrey from Ebbw Vale was taking a stroll with her partner at what is known locally as the Moors…...
Pet First | Monsoon Can Trigger Skin Problems In Your Fur Baby; Here's How To Keep Them Safe
2+ hour, 6+ min ago (850+ words) The arrival of the monsoon often brings welcome relief from the summer heat. However, for pets, the rainy season can also introduce a unique set of health challenges. Increased humidity, damp surroundings, muddy walks and fluctuations in routine can affect…...
Dragonflies have quite an appetite
3+ hour, 21+ min ago (513+ words) Dragonfly research has been going on in Latvia for over 200 years. Research continues today, and several years ago Kalni" even published a book dedicated to dragonflies'in Latvia. The researcher emphasized that new facts and discoveries about these unusual insects are…...
Snake on the run: authorities ratchet up alert level
2+ hour, 42+ min ago (755+ words) A bite from a rattlesnake spotted on the loose in Southampton last week would constitute a medical emergency and require immediate treatment, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment said on Wednesday. A government spokeswoman said that efforts to capture…...
Petline partners with Pet Valu
2+ hour, 43+ min ago (209+ words) Petline Insurance Company partnered with Canadian pet retailer Pet Valu to offer Petsecure pet insurance to the chain's 2. 8 million loyalty members across its 824 stores. Under the partnership, Pet Valu members receive a 10% discount on Petsecure policies, while non-members receive a…...