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Monday, 08 September 2008 17:02

Better Than a Pill

Written by Ashley Mitek - University of Illinois

Patients stricken with congestive heart failure and confined to a hospital bed are traditionally prescribed several medications to help control the disease. One new treatment has recently made headlines in its ability to decrease high blood pressure, significantly lower blood epinephrine levels (the fight or flight hormone) and lessen anxiety. The only catch is this new "drug" doesn't come in the form of a pill; it is merely a ten-minute petting session with a dog, according to a new study released by the University of California.

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Monday, 08 September 2008 16:58

Does Fido Really Need that Vaccine?

Written by Ashley Mitek - University of Illinois

Getting a shot at the doctor's office isn't much fun, and it isn't easy to watch your furry family member get one either--especially when it might be in its derri￨re. But in a world where even parents of young children are refusing to vaccinate their kids because they feel the risks outweigh the benefits, now some pet owners are posing similar questions to their veterinarian.

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Monday, 08 September 2008 16:51

No Fireworks for Fido

Written by Ashley Mitek - University of Illinois

If you heard fireworks anytime other than the Fourth of July, you might think a war zone was nearby and run for cover. It is important to remember this when the "booms" and "bangs" of this Independence Day start and Fido cowers under the bed, with paws holding his army helmet on tight.

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Monday, 08 September 2008 16:46

Break Out the Bifocals

Written by Ashley Mitek - University of Illinois

Putting bifocals on your elderly beagle is probably just what he needs, but don't count on him not mistaking them for a chew toy. Many dog owners have lovingly looked into the eyes of their aging four-legged companions to notice a slightly hazy, cloudy appearance. Although many owners think it's the start of a cataract, it is usually just a routine change in older dogs called nuclear sclerosis, or hardening of the lens.

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Thursday, 11 September 2008 05:40

Puppy Training: What Type Of Collar Should…

Written by Joanne Guest

Whether the concern is to train your dog or impart an identity to it, dog collars and leashes play a crucial role. Dog collars come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles, and are much of a fashion statement nowadays. A dog collar could be a lifesaver for your puppy if, God forbid, it disappears from your residence.

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