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Posts tagged "fleas"

Dr. Rubin Answers Pet Questions, Offers Warnings about Hot Weather

Dr. Rubin Answers Pet Questions, Offers Warnings about Hot Weather
Dr. Shelly Rubin is on WGN TV offering tips on pet care in sweltering heat….and is on TV with a very cute Shih Tzu available at the Anti Cruelty Society - Always microchip - Never leave dogs in hot cars - Always offer LOTS of water Dr. Rubin also talks about panic attacks in cars... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
Monday at 11:47 pm
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Summer Safety Tips from Chicago Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center

Summer Safety Tips from Chicago Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center
This is optimistic – here are summer safety tips (which means summer is upon us!) from Chicago Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center. Here a  few hightlighst: Asphalt: Minimize your pet’s time on asphalt. It heats up quickly, burns paws and causes overheating. Beaches, Boats & Pools: Not all dogs are good swimmers. When on or... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
May 21, 2012 at 8:06 am
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WGN Radio Petcast: ParasitePalooza - Fleas,Ticks, Heartworm

WGN Radio Petcast: ParasitePalooza - Fleas,Ticks, Heartworm
Click HERE to listen to this WGN Radio Petcast. (May take a moment to load) Due greatly to weather conditions, it’s thought this will be a banner year for fleas, ticks and mosquitoes that transmit heartworm disease. First up, fighting fleas with Dr. Dwight Bowman, veterinary parisitologisst at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, and... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
April 16, 2012 at 9:00 am
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Spring Has Sprung for Pets

Spring Has Sprung for Pets
If spring is truly “in the air,” your pets should be able to pick up the scent! Here are some tips to help pets handle the change of seasons: 1. Preventive veterinary care: Have you seen your veterinarian lately? Twice-annual exams are a good idea, allowing veterinarians to detect problems early, which can mean a... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
April 3, 2012 at 7:56 pm
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Reader Questons Answered At AAHA Conference

Reader Questons Answered At AAHA Conference
DENVER, CO. — These reader questions were answered at the 2012 American Animal Hospital Association Conference, attended by over 1,200 veterinary professionals, March 15-18 at the Denver Convention Center. Q: My wonderful Border Collie/Chow mix was in good health and then he stopped eating. After 6 weeks and many tests, he was diagnosed with stomach... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
March 21, 2012 at 8:38 am
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Parasite Council Purrs, 'Protect Your Cats'

Parasite Council Purrs, 'Protect Your Cats'
Spring has sprung on Steve Dale’s Pet World, interviewing Dr. Catherine Lund, president elect of the Companion Animal Parasite Council advocates for parasite control. Yuck – but then worse, would be if your pets get those parasites….so prevention does matter. The focus of this conversation on protecting cats from parasites, heartworm disease, ticks and fleas... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
March 12, 2012 at 10:15 pm
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Reader Questions Answered: Fleas All Over; Sick Cat; Silky Terrier and Mange

Reader Questions Answered: Fleas All Over; Sick Cat; Silky Terrier and Mange
LAS VEGAS, NV. — These reader questions were answered by experts at the Western Veterinary Conference, attended by about 9,000 veterinary professionals and veterinary students, Feb. 19-23. Q: My 12-year-old cat got fleas for the first time two months ago. She weighs about 25 pounds. I tried a flea powder, but no luck. Then I... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
March 2, 2012 at 2:42 pm
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Your Pets on Holiday Cards; Don't Stop the Heartworm or Flea Products, yet; Raising Furry Children

Your Pets on Holiday Cards; Don't Stop the Heartworm or Flea Products, yet; Raising Furry Children
How would like photos of your pets on a holiday greeting card? LISTEN HERE TO THIS WGN RADIO PETCAST It’s a terrific and fun idea, and it’s free! Lisa Cohen of the Holiday Card Center explains. Though there is no fee to upload the photo(s) and you hope your pets are chosen – and if... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
November 2, 2011 at 3:53 pm
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No Foolin' Fall Is Prime Flea Season

No Foolin' Fall Is Prime Flea Season
By Steve Dale Flea season is here! No, this is not a column that should have appeared in April or May. In fact, particularly in northern states, most critters carry more fleas in the fall than in the spring. As we move into autumn, there’s more potential for our pets to pick up these buggers... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
October 18, 2011 at 9:06 pm
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Who Wants Fleas?

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Did you know that equal or exceeding the spring as a ‘flea season’ is the fall? Your average squirrel or opossum carries as many or often more fleas in October as compared to April or May – and this is true everywhere in America. Of course, if you live in Northern climates, January isn’t an... Read more »
By Steve Dale,
October 16, 2011 at 9:17 am
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