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A veterinarian is just a doctor that treats furry, cute patients.
Annual Examinations and Your Pet
When you get the card in the mail that your pet is due for vaccines and an annual examination, you may be wondering if that is really necessary. Your dog or cat may be very healthy, and you may not see the need to make an appointment to take him or her to the veterinarian. That being said, it is really important to take your pet to the veterinarian when he or she is due for an annual examination.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeHyperthyroidism in Cats
What is the thyroid? The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your cat's neck. It helps to regulate all aspects of the body's metabolic rate.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeWhat You Need to Know About Your Dog's Vaccines
When you go to the veterinarian for vaccines, you may be asked about several vaccines. This can become confusing, and you may not be sure exactly what your dog needs. You don't want to over-vaccinate your dog, but you also need to make sure that he or she gets the vaccines that are necessary.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeSome More Things Vet Techs (And Vets) Are Tired of Hearing
The response from my articles, Things Vet Techs (And Vets) Are Tired of Hearing and all of the rest, have been overwhelming. The job is continuing to be overwhelming and the amount of things that clients complain about are becoming unbearable.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in Petlife5 things your vet staff is tired of hearing.
I’ve worked in the vet field for a couple years now. Currently, I work at a busy emergency clinic. We see a lot of patients every day, and I love my job. Well, most aspects of it. There’s a couple things I’m absolutely tired of hearing, and it dawned on me that some pet owners may not know how much they’re truly affecting their vet staff with the way they talk to us.
Hannah YorkPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeReasons to Spay and Neuter Your Pet
When you get a new puppy or kitten, there are a lot of veterinary visits that you may or may not have expected. He or she will need to have vaccines every three to four weeks, until your puppy or kitten is over sixteen weeks of age. If you get him or her later in life, your puppy or kitten will need at least two sets of vaccines in order to be fully protected.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeReasons to Microchip Your Pet
What is a Microchip? A microchip is a tiny device that gets placed under your pet's skin. It is usually placed between the shoulder blades so that others know where to look for it, if your pet is ever lost.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifePancreatitis In Pets
Pancreatitis is a problem that we see more often than we like. It is even more common during the holidays, when pets often eat things that they wouldn't normally eat (like Thanksgiving dinner).
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeZoonotic Diseases: Diseases Passed Between Animals and People
Zoonotic diseases are diseases that can be passed from animals to people (and back and forth). The most common one is Rabies, though we don't see that disease much anymore, which is a good thing.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeSigns Of Emergencies in Pets
It can be hard to figure out when it is time to go to the veterinarian. Dogs and cats vomit once in a while, and it isn't always a big deal. However, there are times when you should rush your pet to the hospital, because he or she may be facing something serious.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeAn Emergency: Blocked Cats
One of the scariest feline emergency situation that can occur is when a cat is unable to urinate. To the veterinary field, these cats are simply called blocked cats. To you, all you need to know is that you need to get your cat to the veterinarian as soon as you possibly can!
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in PetlifeWhat You Need to Know About Seizures In Dogs
Seizures in dogs are very scary for pet owners. However, the more that you know and understand, the better off that you will be.
Shelley WengerPublished 2 years ago in Petlife