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Oh “Bother”!

Apr 21 2017

Benjamin Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” He was probably talking about fleas and ticks because nowhere does this ring more true than…
Pinkeye Problems

Apr 19 2017

Pinkeye is a highly infectious bacterial disease affecting the eyes of cattle. The name identifies the redness and swelling of the lining of the eyelid and eyeball. It is one…
No Treat for Pets

Apr 14 2017

The Easter holiday is a fun time for kids and adults alike, but did you know that many fun Easter activities pose hazards for your furry companion? Like any holiday,…
Antifreeze Safety

Apr 10 2017

Although winter is all but behind us, there are some holdover safety issues for our pets that may slip our minds now that the cold weather is gone. With spring…
Blackleg Blues

Apr 07 2017

Blackleg is a fatal disease mostly of young cattle that affects the animal in a very severe manner. When calves eat, the bacterium enter the body. These bacterium make small…
No Love for Heartworms

Apr 05 2017

Heartworms can cause serious and even life-threatening disease in your furry companion. The heartworm parasite is carried by mosquitoes, and just one infected bite can afflict your pet. Like other…
EIA Education

Mar 24 2017

Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) is a viral disease with no vaccine and no cure. Though most horses with EIA die from the disease, a percentage recover. They still harbor the…
Weather the Storm

Mar 20 2017

Clouds gather; you see a strike of lightning in the distance, then a rumble of thunder. The next thing you know, your dog won’t leave your side; she’s panting and…
St. Patrick’s Day Safety

Mar 16 2017

St. Patrick’s Day–the day when everyone is Irish–sets the stage for many festive revelers who enjoy celebrating with parades, parties and, often, a green brew or two. It’s also fairly…
K9 Comrades

Mar 13 2017

In honor of K9 Veterans Day on March 13, here are some facts you may not have known about military working dogs, also known as MWDs. – Dogs have been…