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10/15/2024

Which is the best dog DNA test kit for you and your pup? Review the features of Wisdom Panel™, the most accurate dog DNA service.

10/09/2024

10/09/2024

A record 73% of consumers plan to celebrate Halloween this year, up from 69% last year, the National Retail Federation reported earlier this month. But that doesn't just mean buying candy or costumes for kids. Well, human kids, at least.

Americans spend $700 million annually on costumes for their pets, the Retail Federation said. The most popular pet costumes include a pumpkin, a hot dog, a bat, a bumblebee and a spider, though Pearl proved some of the trendiest costumes for people translate to the animal kingdom

10/09/2024

The holiday season means guests, decorations, parties – and a whole lot of treats your dog probably shouldn’t get into. That’s especially true during Halloween, when heaps of candy come into your home and stick around for weeks afterward. Here are some common problems pets run into this time of year, and ways you can spot them.

The number one danger for dogs during Halloween is chocolate. Dogs have difficulty processing theobromine in chocolate, which means toxic buildups can happen more rapidly. Darker chocolates (cocoa, cooking chocolate, and dark chocolate) contain the highest levels of theobromine, while white chocolate and milk chocolate contain the lowest. If you notice your dog vomiting, trembling and experiencing loose stools and you think they may have eaten chocolate, call your vet and take them in – don’t wait.

Garbage gut, or “dietary indiscretion,” is when dogs ingest something their body can’t tolerate – typically either from being fed table scraps or getting into the garbage. During the Fall, you can add “decorations that look like food” to the list. Most cases of dietary indiscretion are minor and resolve themselves in 1-3 days. If you notice your dog experiencing loose stools, vomiting, loss of appetite, or lethargy for longer than a day, consult with your veterinarian.

Finally, nervousness is common for dogs during the holidays – kicking off with Halloween’s cavalcade of trick-or-treaters. If your dog appears anxious, confused or scared, keep them away from the front door so they don’t see the procession of costumed kids walking up. Soothing music will also help, and if you have a storm vest or jacket for your dog, let them wear that, too. Beyond barking at trick or treaters, this can be a very common time for pets to escape. Ensure they are microchipped and try not to leave them outside unattended.

And if your dog is experiencing loose stools, keep an eye on the Four C’s of pet stool: color, consistency, contents and coating. If you notice your pet’s stool is loose and liquid, discolored, contains worm segments or has a film-like coating, contact us
503-658-8165.

10/09/2024

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10/04/2024

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10/04/2024

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Cats tend to have surface and location preferences for where, and on what, they like to eliminate. Most cats prefer a loose, sandy substance, which is why they will use a litter box. It’s only when their preferences include the laundry basket, the bed or the Persian rug, that normal elimination be...

10/04/2024

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10/04/2024

Preparing for a new kitten? Learn helpful tips for bringing home a feline friend, preparing your house, supplies you'll need, feeding tips & more.

09/28/2024

🐾 World Rabies Day 🐾

Rabies may be 100% preventable, but it still claims the lives of more than 59,000 people each year, many of them children. 🌍 Veterinarians and volunteers around the world are working tirelessly to eliminate this deadly disease.

In our latest Trends magazine article, “Eliminating Rabies,” learn how Dr. Rob Armstrong and others are making a life-saving impact by volunteering with Mission Rabies, vaccinating dogs in rabies-endemic areas like India. Together, we can make a world of difference in eradicating rabies by 2030! 🙌

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09/03/2024

A bat in Clackamas County has tested positive for rabies. While this bat did not have any contact with humans or pets, we want to remind people that it is important to take precautions to protect yourself and your family from rabies.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4e13VWD

09/03/2024

Clackamas County

Bat that flew into Lake Oswego home window tests positive for rabies

The animal did not come into contact with any humans or pets

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A bat that flew into the window of a home in Lake Oswego tested positive for rabies on Friday, according to Clackamas County officials.

The bat was tested by the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory after it was found on the property. However, officials said the infected animal “did not have any contact with any humans or pets.”

“While this bat did not bite any people or pets, we do want to remind people that rabies is a serious illness and it’s important to take precautions to protect yourself and your family,” Clackamas County Health Officer Dr. Sarah Present said.

Oregon public health officials say bats are the state’s main animal of concern for rabies and that interactions with bats are more common in the summer.

Steps to prevent a rabies outbreak in your home include vaccinating your pets, feeding pets indoors, and bringing a pet to the vet if they happen to come into contact with a bat. Other precautions involve keeping garbage cans secured, never touching bats, and sealing open attics, sheds and basements in your home.

If someone is scratched or bitten by a bat, they are encouraged to call the doctor and wash the affected area with soap and running water for at least five minutes.

Pet owners are required to get their dogs a rabies vaccine before they turn six months old. Cats are not required to get vaccinated, but Clackamas County officials “strongly” recommend it.

“Unvaccinated cats require four months of strict quarantine per public health protocol if they are exposed to a rabid bat,” officials said. “If quarantining the animal is not possible, euthanasia could be recommended for unvaccinated pets exposed to rabid bats.”

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08/27/2024

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08/26/2024

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Foxtails are found across much of the United States, particularly in the western regions. If inhaled, the sticky grass pod can cause serious injuries to pets.

08/26/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/preparing-dog-back-to-school/

For pets, the sudden switch from long summer days of playing with the kids to back-to-school can be a tough adjustment. Here are tips to make it easier.

08/20/2024

Found Kitty: Area 9123 SE St Helens St and 82nd Drive.
Please call Marsha 214-802-9955 or Pamela 818-489-5077
if this kitty is yours.

08/19/2024

The recent algae blooms in the Portland area have sparked concern for the dangers to humans and pets alike. Dr. Hannah Marshall discusses the symptoms, risks...

08/14/2024

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