Monthly Archives: April 2010
Posted on April 27, 2010 by Kim Nguyen
Pet Poison Helpline, an animal poison control based out of Minneapolis, looked into the EPA’s investigation of spot-on flea/tick preventive products. After compiling, reviewing and analyzing much of the data provided to the EPA, Pet Poison Helpline experts concur with … Continue reading →
Posted on April 20, 2010 by Christine Antles
In the summer, it’s amazing how many opportunities exist to socialize my 3-year-old Lhasa Apso, Emerson. Granted, I live in the particularly dog-friendly town of Portland, Ore. That said, it seems that as the weather warms up, dogs accompany their … Continue reading →
Posted on April 13, 2010 by Denise Elliott, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, Dipl. ACVN
The magic and mystery, the sheer pleasure and joy that cats bring to our lives are no surprise to those of us that have chosen to cohabit with them. As cat people we love them unconditionally; from clipping their nails, … Continue reading →
Posted on April 8, 2010 by Christine Antles
Banfield’s research team found that fleas are one of the most common external parasites affecting dogs and cats. This is nothing to overlook—especially because fleas can lead to other, serious medical problems, such as flea bite allergies, skin and systemic … Continue reading →
Posted on April 6, 2010 by Kim Nguyen
For the entire month of April, you can support the Banfield Charitable Trust’s Pet Peace of Mind program by voting for ’Help Hospice Patients Keep their Pets’ in the Pepsi Refresh Challenge. The Pet Peace of Mind program provides non-profit … Continue reading →