Research is helping to educate
veterinarians and pet owners about pet nutrition.
In 2012, the FDA received reports from 900
veterinarians and pet owners about animals who suffered vomiting and diarrhea and, in some cases, kidney failure and death, after eating products that were produced and packaged in China as chicken jerky strips, treats, and nuggets and sold under three different brands in the US.
(MADISON, NJ)-- July 23, 2012 — Pfizer Animal Health (PAH) has launched two educational web sites to communicate advancements in veterinary dermatology and help improve the discussions between
veterinarians and pet owners about allergic skin conditions.
Not exact matches
To ease
pet owners» worries
about their four - legged family members, Rover offers 24/7
veterinarian consultations, premium
pet insurance
and the ability to share photos
and music videos of sitters interacting with their canine guests.
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Pet Poison Helpline, a 24 - hour animal poison control center for
pet owners and veterinarians dealing with a poisoned
pet.
All retailers can support awareness by educating
owners about proper
pet healthcare practices as well as how to choose safe
pet care facilities
and veterinarians.
Anyone who cares
about kids
and pets can be a presenter, from school teachers to dog trainers, shelter outreach coordinators to retail store
owners, homeschoolers to
veterinarians.
Most dogs enjoy everything
about chiropractic, from seeing the
veterinarian they have become familiar with through regular care, getting
petted and praised, having body work done,
and getting a treat (if it's OK with their
owner, of course).
Merck confirmed that it markets the vaccine through «education of boarding facility operators, kennels,
pet owners and veterinarians about the disease state
and about steps they can take to encourage prevention.»
Of course if you suspect a serious problem
and are concerned for your
pet's health, it is always wisest to consult a
veterinarian to be safest, or at least go online to ask help from experienced
pet owners that can give you an idea
about how to proceed.
These lesson plans focus on teaching children how to become responsible
pet owners and help
pets remain healthy
and safe, what
veterinarians do
and about animal - human bonding.
Its VERY disappointing to have to fight with
veterinarians over this (
and also food ingredients)
and it just shows that we, as
pet owners, are the ONLY ONE concerned
about their health.
We as
owners and veterinarians are doing such a great job of keeping our animals healthy otherwise that it is not uncommon for
pets to be euthanized due to the poor quality of life brought
about by a severe case of crippling arthritis.
I began to read
about cat nutrition
and cat diets
and talk to people (
veterinarians and pet owners) who had been feeding raw foods.
Veterinarians are
pet owners and are passionate
about strengthening the human - animal bond.
Before surgery,
owners should take the time to sit down with their
veterinarian and ask questions
about the procedure
and the steps that will be taken to ensure their
pet's safety while under anesthesia.
NEW YORK, March 23, 2010 — Because
pet owners may be even more confused this spring
about how to safely use topical flea -
and - tick control treatments, Pfizer Animal Health is encouraging
pet owners to consult with their
veterinarian, instead of attempting to manage flea -
and - tick control on their own.
In my pediatrics experience, phone calls from
and to parents often exceeded 100 per day, whereas
pet owners are asked to call in at specified times to speak to
veterinarians about admitted
pets.
The NPDA is a non-profit organization with one goal in mind — to help educate
pet owners,
veterinarians,
and the public
about the importance of a proper medically - supervised dental procedure that can help them make educated decisions when it comes to the health
and safety of
pets.
However, they do urge
veterinarians to educate
pet owners about the risks
and alternatives.
The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP)
and the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) have come together to provide guidelines for
veterinarians and pet owners concerned
about providing enrichment to
pet cats
and avoiding the development of behavior problems.
As a
veterinarian, you know that when the weather gets warmer
pet owners should bring their
pets in to your veterinary hospital to check for flea - or tick - related problems, test for parasite - related illness
and learn
about the latest information on control
and prevention.
The program includes a clinic education kit, which is designed to help
veterinarians communicate with
pet owners about cat health
and behavior issues.
A recent study from the Companion Animal Parasite Council found that 90 % of
pet owners want their
veterinarians to tell them
about parasites in their area, but many
veterinarians are leaving them in the dark: only one in five
veterinarians surveyed actively track parasite prevalence
and positive cases.
Canadian
veterinarians, Montreal SPCA, American Bar Association, outraged
pet owners and ordinary people are voicing their opinions
about this new law.
Whilst all our articles are researched
and our views are provided in good faith, we advise
pet owners not to rely on the content
and to consult with the
veterinarian if they are at all concerned
about the health or well - being of their
pet.
Help for
pet loss is available here in the Valley - The Companion Animal Association of Arizona offers support group meetings, a telephone information line,
pet loss literature, reading lists
and referrals to additional resources for grieving
pet owners - please call them at 602-258-3306, or visit their website at www.caaainc.org If you have specific questions or concerns
about euthanasia or you would like more information regarding the diagnosis or treatment of your
pet's disease, please contact our
veterinarians.
Making sure
pet owners are educated
about how to keep these out of
pets» reach
and checking with a
veterinarian prior to giving an OTC medication to a
pet is important.
Merck Animal Health has started a campaign designed to teach
pet owners about animal diabetes
and encourage them to see a
veterinarian to discuss a treatment plan.
«The
Pet Effect aims to put
veterinarians at the center of the conversation with
pet owners and potential
pet owners about how human
and pet health are connected,» said J. Michael McFarland, DVM, DABVP, Executive Director, Zoetis Petcare Marketing.
Vaccine manufacturer Merck confirmed it markets the vaccine through «education of boarding facility operators, kennels,
pet owners and veterinarians about the disease state
and about steps they can take to encourage prevention.»
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Pet Poison Helpline, a 24 - hour animal poison control center for
pet owners and veterinarians dealing with a poisoned
pet.
The California Veterinary Medical Board
and the California Veterinary Medical Association have both recognized the legal quandary
and have recommended
veterinarians refrain from discussions
about the benefits of medical cannabis with
pet owners due to the potential legal liability.
«The most satisfying thing for me
about being a
veterinarian is the bond I feel with the
pets and their
owners,» says Dr. Ripepi.
The Chicago Veterinary Medical Association recommends that
pet owners speak with their
veterinarian about available vaccinations based upon lifestyle
and risk exposure of their
pets.
Veterinarians from the Texas Veterinary Medical Association have compiled a resource for
pet owners searching for veterinary information
about common health
and behavior issues.
Consequently, 18 years ago it seemed a natural progression to offer
pet owners and veterinarians in the Kansas City area another choice when the time came to think
about cremation of their
pets.
«
Veterinarians will play a more active role in nutrition due to
pet owners seeking clarification
about nutritional information
and recommendations of products due to an ever - growing market of
pet food options» Gagné said.
I have decided to use this list to write monthly
about the condition that was the most common for that month
and offer any tips I can to help prevent these problems or at least educate
pet owners about the condition from my perspective as a
veterinarian.
September 30, 2013:
Veterinarian Dr. Ted Morris warns
pet owners about allergy tests for dogs
and cats that are what he calls «completely useless.»
More recently, proactive
veterinarians have tried to re-educate
pet owners about protein, protein quality,
and protein requirements.
Pet owners who can not afford medical care for their sick or injured
pet,
and who fall into one of the categories below, are encouraged to talk to their
veterinarian about the availability of Farley Foundation funding:
For the most accurate information on these
and other concerns
about pet health care, the American Animal Hospital Association
and The Cat Fanciers» Association advise cat
owners to contact a
veterinarian.
This group was created as part of an effort to «get the word out»
about what
veterinarians and applied animal behaviorists have to offer
pet owners and colleagues in the prevention
and treatment of animal behavior problems.
To do this, we have accumulated vast knowledge
about pets that only extensive scientific research
and ongoing dialogue with
pet professionals,
veterinarians and owners can provide.
Thirdly, it enhances the relationship between the
owner and veterinarian to have their
veterinarian answer common questions
about their
pets» behavior.
When in need of information
about one's
pet,
owners rely on several sources including their
veterinarian,
pet - store personnel
and their own past experience.
They also reported that the fall 2004 campaign achieved over 91,000,000 consumer impressions through a national publicity effort aimed at educating consumers
about the
pet aging process, the importance of twice - a-year
pet wellness exams,
and encouraging
pet owners to contact their
veterinarian for more information.
Pet expert Amy Shojai explains: • How to entice your older dog into getting more exercise • What changes to expect as your dog ages —
and which changes are natural
and which are warning signs that should send you to the
veterinarian • Which
pet - specific over-the-counter dog medications every
owner should keep on hand • How to use the L.O.V.E. Program to keep your dog loving longer
and living better • Tips on everything from choosing the right products
and dog foods for your aging dog • How to offer old dogs nursing care at home for common old dog conditions • Information
about dog symptoms
and canine treatments for dog cancer, kidney failure in dogs, dog hypothyroidism, dog diabetes, blind dogs, deaf dogs, dog stroke, doggy diarrhea, canine constipation, urine incontinence, old dogs not eating,
and more.
Our
veterinarians are committed to educating all
pet owners about vaccines,
and we'll be sure to go over with you any signs
and symptoms to look out for in your
pet after a vaccination in the rare event of an adverse reaction.