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Vaccines: Protecting your Pets

Should your pet be vaccinated? Of course! But for why, and for what? Dr. Tony explains the ins and outs of having your pets vaccinated.

Is this Normal? – When to take your pet to the Veterinarian

We can’t ask our pets if they’re feeling okay, so how do we know if something is wrong with them? Dr. Shelly Rubin explains some signs to look for and when it’s necessary to take your pet to the veterinarian.

Heartworm Prevention For Your Dog, Cat & Ferret

Heartworms (or even a single adult heartworm) can cause a lot of damage to an infected dog. Adult heartworms can grow as long as twelve inches when they are full grown. At that point, they live in the heart and lungs which cause a dog to go into heart and lung failure. It is much…

Rabies: Simple Steps Save Lives

Did you know that every year, more than 55,000 people in the world die from rabies? That’s 1 person every 10 minutes! Learn more about this serious disease, including who is affected by rabies; how rabies is spread; how to recognize a rabid animal; and how to protect yourself and your pets from rabies.

Picking the Right Bird for a Pet

Birds can make great pets but they need great owners! They are very social creatures with needs as unique as they are. Avian veterinarian, Dr. Peter Sakas of Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center and member of the American Veterinary Medical Association offers expert tips on selecting and caring for a pet bird.

AVMA TV: CPR for Pets

Administering CPR to your pet is a situation that no owner wants to be faced with, but needs to be prepared for. In our latest episode of AVMA TV Dr. Janet Olson, veterinary cardiologist and President of Basic Animal Rescue Training, covers everything you need to know to administer CPR to your pet.

Obesity and your Pet

We love our pets, and one way we tend to show it is by giving our pets treats, because who doesn’t like a nice snack? While an occasional treat is just fine, it’s important to know that food doesn’t equal love. And while it might not be our intention, we’re adding to a growing problem…

Ear Care for Cats

Proper maintenance and regular cleaning of your cat’s ears is essential for their well being. Dr. Julia Georgesen tells you how to clean your cat’s ears and what you need to be on the look out for when cleaning.

Ear Care for Dogs

Dogs’ ears come in all sorts of different shapes and sizes. But no matter the shape, all dogs can get ear infections. That’s why proper ear care is essential for all dogs. In this video, Dr. Julia Georgesen tells you all about a dog’s ears and how to properly clean them.

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