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Sick or Not Sick? Identifying Dangerous Canine Health Conditions

luke — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:36:45 +0000

Catching a pet health emergency early gives the best chance for a good outcome, but it can be difficult to know when to be concerned. In a dynamic environment such as daycare or boarding, a high volume of dogs and staff can make it even more challenging to track a dog that may be experiencing […]

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Common Pet Behavioral Management Medications

luke — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:30:48 +0000

Some pets coming to your boarding facility may happily arrive for their stay, but others may be more apprehensive and display signs of fear, anxiety or stress. For some pets, their level of anxiety necessitates medication. Recognizing signs of fear, anxiety and stress, and having a basic understanding of common medications pets may be coming […]

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Management of the Diabetic Boarding Pet

luke — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 15:18:25 +0000

Just like humans, pets with diabetes have special needs when it comes to feeding and insulin injections. It is important that the pet care staff in a boarding facility be aware of these needs and be properly trained to appropriately care for and monitor diabetic boarders. Diabetes Mellitus In Canine and Feline Patients Diabetes is […]

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Boarding the Brachycephalic Breeds

luke — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:35:09 +0000

There is just something so lovable about those smooshed faces… the snorting, the drooling and especially the infectious cheerfulness that flat-faced breeds possess. From the Pugs, Bulldogs and Boston Terriers to the Frenchies and Pekingese, they all make us smile when they walk through the door! However, whether they come in for lodging, daycare or […]

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Diarrhea Management in the Boarding Environment

luke — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:35:04 +0000

Diarrhea is a frustrating but common condition. When it develops in a pet at a boarding facility, it can raise concerns for infectious causes, such as gastrointestinal parasites. In other cases, it occurs because of changes in the environment of the gastrointestinal tract in response to stress or dietary changes, and will often resolve with […]

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All About Insulin

luke — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 18:16:55 +0000

Insulin is a hormone produced by beta cells of the pancreatic islets of Langerhans and it helps regulate blood glucose. Diabetes Mellitus is the scientific term to describe partial or complete lack of insulin, which results in alteration of blood glucose. Diabetes in dogs is typically similar to Type 1 diabetes seen in people. It […]

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Taking Action: Toxicities in the Pet Care Facility

luke — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 18:53:56 +0000

There are hundreds of toxins in our environment, including household chemicals, medications, plants and pesticides. Many toxins that are present in the home environment are not present in the pet care facility, and vice versa. Quality pet care facilities are proactive in preventing these types of accidents from occurring. Poisoning occurs when a pet swallows, […]

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Canine Arthritis Management How You Can Support Owners & Their Dogs

luke — Wed, 12 May 2021 13:30:49 +0000

A stiff gait, awkward sit and slowness to stand—these are signs which are often synonymous with elderly dogs. But are changes in mobility aging-related or pain-related? Mobility issues are common as dogs age—expected, in fact—but frequently go undiagnosed and therefore untreated, meaning that far too many dogs suffer with chronic pain in their twilight years. As […]

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Behind the Study: URIs in Felines Significantly Decreased with UV Air Disinfection

luke — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:12:33 +0000

Upper respiratory infections (URIs) in an animal shelter’s kitten nursery decreased 87.1% when ultraviolet (UV) germicidal irradiation air disinfection systems were used, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA). The three-year, retrospective observational field trial was conducted at the Arizona Humane Society in Phoenix, Arizona using […]

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7 Signs That May Indicate a Canine Medical Problem

luke — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 18:04:18 +0000

As a pet care professional, it is important to be able to recognize any signs that may indicate pain or discomfort a dog could be experiencing when they are in your care. It is not uncommon for dogs to show subtle signs that can be easy to miss. A dog that is in pain is […]

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