by Vets-net.com
Sep
07
2010
American Animal Hospital Association releases nutrition guide
In August 2010, the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) released its Nutritional Assessment Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. According to the guidelines, "good nutrition enhances pets' quality and quantity of life, and is integral to optimal animal care. Incorporating nutritional assessment into regular animal care is crit...
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by Vets-net.com
Sep
01
2010
Heartworm Disease in Pets
Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease that can affect dogs and cats of any age or breed in every region of the United States. Fortunately, heartworm disease is also nearly 100 percent preventable. Dr. Sheldon Rubin, past president of the American Heartworm Society, talks about how our pets get heartworms, how they can be treated, and how heartworms...
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by Vets-net.com
Sep
01
2010
Don’t Give Your Dog a Bone
It’s an image we’re all familiar with: A dog chomping contentedly on a clean, white bone. But in April 2010, the FDA issued a firm warning to dog owners: Bones are unsafe for your dog. In this podcast, Dr. Larry Kornegay, president-elect of the AVMA, talks about why it’s a bad idea to give your dog a bone.
Don’t Give Your Dog a Bone
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