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Pet poisoning from over-the-counter and prescription human medications is much more common than you might think and can be very serious. Pets metabolize medications differently than people and drugs and herbal medications that are safe for us (and even children) may cause serious poisoning in pets. Dogs and cats are exposed to human medications when …
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News Category: Pet care
She was in so much pain her cries sounded like those of a wild animal. A Good Samaritan stopped on the Highway to see how they could help and was surprised to find Honey, a two-year-old pit bull terrier mix, lying on the side of an isolated stretch of a highway in Fort St. James …
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News Category: Animal Stories
When it comes to “pet proofing” your house, it’s important to be aware of potentially poisonous items that may harm your pet. From food to plants there are a number of edible and non-edible household items that are toxic for your furry friend. Knowing about these hazards can help make your home a safer place …
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News Category: Pet care
Some pet guardians care for more than one furry family member, many are from different species such as cats, dogs, Guinea pigs, birds and rabbits. When an issue arises like flea or ticks, there may be temptation to give the same prescription or over-the-counter flea or tick medication that they purchased for their dog to …
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News Category: Pet care
Are essential oils problematic if you have pets? The short answer is yes, but the type of essential oil and its concentration play a factor in how sick your dog or cat and other pets can get. What are essential oils? Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts. One of the most popular is lavender, known …
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News Category: Pet care
Nemo, as named by BC SPCA staff, is a one-year-old orange tabby who was found at the corner of Cariboo Road and Gaglardi Way in Burnaby by a Good Samaritan. “The BC SPCA’s Night Emergency line got the call about an injured stray cat and dispatched a staff member to transport him to a 24-hour …
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