Tag: Pets and Veterinary
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GreatVet – New Platform Revolutionizing Pet Owner and Veterinarian Relationships
CHICAGO, Ill. — With the rise of pet ownership and with Vet Clinics being a critical service to the well being and health of pet families, the GreatVet platform aims to digitally facilitate smooth, transparent and trusted interactions between pet owners and local vet clinics.
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Significant Changes in Airline Pet Travel Options: Company Offers Safe Alternative
TUCSON, Ariz. — 25 years ago, when Happy Tails Travel began shipping pets by air, it was a simple process with many flight options and minimal restrictions. Slowly the requirements increased. This is especially true over the past 2 years, during which time many airlines suspended flying pets for a period of time to improve…
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Pets and Fireworks – Tips to Keep Pets Happy and Safe on July 4th
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Every Independence Day, shelters are filled with lost and injured pets. The Sacramento SPCA is recommending the following tips to keep your pet safe so you can all enjoy a happy and safe Fourth of July.
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Doggy Dashing on June 27 – Walking Together to Save Lives
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Sacramento SPCA is hosting their annual Doggy Dash this Saturday, June 27, 2020 – and this year is sure to offer more than just another walk in the park. Now celebrating its 27th anniversary, the Doggy Dash has grown into Northern California’s largest 2K/5K dog walk and pet festival.
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Pet Poison Control Center has 100% Increase in Calls Related to Household Cleaning Concerns
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Many pet lovers are taking COVID-19 cleaning recommendations to the extreme. The veterinary toxicology specialists at Pet Poison Helpline have seen a 100% increase in the number of calls from concerned pet owners about the potential misuse of common cleaning items including hand sanitizer, bleach and wipes on or near their pets.
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Sacramento SPCA – Giving More Than Shelter – Need for lifesaving work is surging during COVID-19 crisis
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Sacramento SPCA announced today that demand for its COVID-related services is surging in May despite an anticipated decrease based on federal stimulus and unemployment payments to Sacramento area residents. The increase in need comes at a time when the organization is preparing to expand programs, including adoptions, as part of the…
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Moving from COVID Pandemic to Kitten Crisis: The Sacramento SPCA Braces for an Overwhelming Kitten Season
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Sacramento SPCA announced today that, since April 1, it has seen a 500% increase in the number of underage kittens (younger than six weeks) come in to the shelter at 6201 Florin Perkins Rd in Sacramento versus the same time period last year.
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Frisky Cat Café Opening in St Augustine
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — Frisky Cat Café is just a few short weeks away from being the first cat café in St Augustine. Never heard of a cat café? Now’s the chance to experience one. And, there are more coming to cities around the country. Frisky Cat Café is partnering with Bold Bean Coffee Roasters…
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Partners Snake Avoidance is On A Mission to Keep Your Dog Safe in The Desert
CAVE CREEK, Ariz. — Partners Snake Avoidance has trained over 17,000 dogs to avoid the scent and sound of a Rattlesnake. This protects the dogs and their owners from the deadly venom of a rattlesnake. A Rattlesnake bite can cost several thousand dollars to treat and may prove deadly.