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Siamese Cats
Siamese Cats

Siamese Cats

I have always been fascinated by Siamese cats. They are very personable and (I whisper this in front of my other cats) smarter than domestic kitties.

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No Creature Too Small
No Creature Too Small

No Creature Too Small

You never know what a day in the life of a veterinary clinic will bring; it is always exciting to see what will be coming through the doors next. 

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Taurine & Our Feline Friends
Taurine & Our Feline Friends: Why is it Needed in Their Diet?

Taurine & Our Feline Friends

Taurine is an essential amino acid that is needed in felines for their diet. Taurine is an animal-based protein, and it is found in wet and dry diets alike. 

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Exams: The Heart of Veterinary Medicine
The Examination: The Heart of Veterinary Medicine

Exams: The Heart of Veterinary Medicine

As your other family doctor, I dream of a day when I can walk into an exam room and have my patient tell me what they are feeling and when they began feeling it.

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A Brief Exposé on Anal Glands
No Fun In a Sore Bum: A Brief Exposé on Anal Glands

A Brief Exposé on Anal Glands

Scooting is not a trendy new dance move invented by your pet. It may be a sign of a deeper issue, so deep that where this problem originates, not even the sun shines!

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An Assistant’s TLC is Not Limited!
Veterinary Assistant’s TLC is Not Limited to Pets – Chickens!

An Assistant’s TLC is Not Limited!

My husband and I have been raising Chickens for about one year now; there have been a lot of ups and downs trying to figure things out, but we have been learning a lot as we go.

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A Brief History of Flea Products
A Brief History of Flea Products

A Brief History of Flea Products

When I first started in this wonderful profession of Veterinary care in the late ’80’s the choice of flea and parasite prevention was very limited. 

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Treating Pets for Fleas All Year Round
Treating Pets for Fleas All Year Round

Treating Pets for Fleas All Year Round

I may be a little extra cautious – but I treat my pets all year round with flea products. I know that many people think that is crazy because (good) flea products aren’t cheap. 

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How Many Teeth?
How Many Teeth?

How Many Teeth?

You may know that puppies and kittens have very sharp, tiny teeth. The good news is that these will fall out making way for larger and less sharp permanent teeth. 

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My Life with Senior Cats
My Life with Senior Cats

My Life with Senior Cats

Living with senior cats has its challenges but is very rewarding. In my house right now are; two eighteen-year-olds, a thirteen-year-old, an eight-year-old and a six-year-old.

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Becoming a Veterinarian
Becoming a Veterinarian

Becoming a Veterinarian

4 years ago I started working at the Clayton Park Veterinary Hospital. To this day I tell everyone I “lucked” into this job. 

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The Life of an Outdoor Cat
The Life of an Outdoor Cat

The Life of an Outdoor Cat

When I was four, my mom and I walked to the bus stop every day to pick up my brother from school. One day, a tiny black and white cat followed us home.

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