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Vets & Pet Health is here to answer as many of your pet health questions as possible.  Many of our writers are experienced workers within the veterinary and animal care industry, from a wide variety of countries covering all the different legal standings.  But, we are always looking for new advice and opinions!

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Vets & Pet Health is a big earner

by Katrina Murphy

The health of our pets is of utmost importance, so we must keep a watchful eye to know when they are suffering an illness or injury. Symptoms, such as lethargy, can seem insignificant to us while indi...More>
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by Deb Gray

When it comes to pet insurance, 'costliest' doesn't always mean 'best' coverage, so check out all the details before you select the company to cover your furry companion. In fact, when you review the ...More>
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by Diane Garrod

An unwelcome and invisible guest may be residing in your pet. If a pet is hosting a dangerous parasite party, it is important to understand and know the different types of internal parasites so you ca...More>
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Veterinary Careers

by Jerica Collins
Growing up I always wanted to be a vet. I wanted to help animals in any way I could. However through the years I went from wanting to be a vet, to a vet tech, now will be graduating as a vet assistant. It took me a long time to figure out all the di... More>
by Susan White
Most of us have had cause to enter a veterinary hospital at some point in our lives. Inevitably, there is a reason why we are there. The dog is limping, the cat vomited, or it is just time for the yearly exam. Whatever the reason, our focus is on th... More>
by Pat Gray
Pet care is a growing industry, and thanks to television, pet psychology may be one of the more glamorous careers you could choose. However, there is more to animal behavior that gut instinct and experience, and the most respected members of the com... More>

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by Evangeline Uriyu

Is it necessary to vaccinate older pets? For many years we have been over vaccinating our companion ...More>
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by Charlotte Howard

We all know that when an animal is young, it is as important to vaccinate them as it is our own chil...More>
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by Jerica Collins

Owning any pet is a big responsibility. From the little goldfish to a large horse, every pet deserves love, proper health care, a clean environment, and a good diet. Every pet deserves much considerat...More>
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Tips on Pet Care   
*Vaccinate every year
*Treat for parasites regularly
*Provide fresh water daily
*Choose a diet approprite for your pet's lifestyle

by John S Willard Jr

I am a Breeder of AKC Yorkshire Terriers and have been breeding exclusively Yorkies for over eight years. Along the way, I have been educated on vaccinations for pets, especially dogs and small breeds...More>
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Recommended Books

There are many books on veterinary care, but the following are books that have been invaluable to myself during my time as an owner, student and whilst working within the veterinary and animal care industry.

 

Manual of Veterinary Nursing by Margaret Moore - Part of a trilogy of veterinary nursing manuals and suggested reading by the BSAVA.

 

BSAVA Textbook of Veterinary Nursing by Dick Lane, Barbara Cooper & Lynn Turner - Used by student veterinary nurses in UK.

 

Black's Veterinary Dictionary by Edward Boden - Often recommended by tutors and surgeons for those learning veterinary medicine.

 

Ringpress UK 'lopedia Set - Covering most animals, there are several books by Ringpress UK, written by various authors.  For example: Horselopedia, Guinea Piglopedia and Catlopedia.  Giving valuable advice to owners and students alike.

 

Veterinary Notes for Horse Owners by Matthew Horace Hayes - This book has been used and recommended by horse owners and specialists for over 125 years.

 

 

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Comments (1 to 8 of 8)

Charlotte Howard
Jan 05, 10 at 11:05 AM
For some reason my new blog entries aren't showing up at the moment. Sorry!!
Melissa R. Bickel
Apr 11, 09 at 08:24 PM
Hey kiddo, wanted to stop by and see what you've been up to. Hope you are well
Raven Lebeau
Feb 27, 09 at 04:47 PM
I also added your site to the dog breed zone: http://www.helium.com/zone/1988-dog-breeds.
Raven Lebeau
Feb 15, 09 at 12:32 AM
Nice site! I added a link to it on the Lab Retriever Zone. http://www.helium.com/zone/1896-labrador-retrievers
Molly O'Shea
Jan 11, 09 at 07:36 PM
Charlotte, this is great! You've done a fantastic job with this. Love your kitty picture, too!
Charlotte Howard
Jan 11, 09 at 01:05 PM
The cats hugging are my own - Nibbler is the black and white one, Harry is the tabby! :)
Melissa R. Bickel
Jan 10, 09 at 10:10 PM
Charlotte, this is looking good kiddo. I can't wait to see the finished zone. I like how you are arranging it.
Angie Pollock
Jan 10, 09 at 02:10 PM
Great site Charlotte! Thank you for the hard work for putting this together for our pets, Angie

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Vets & Pet Health Blog

on Mar 04, 10 at 12:45 PM

March 2010

Hello All,

Spring is almost upon us, which means our pets will probably be venturing outside a bit more as the weather warms up.  It also means that baby animals will be making their appearence shortly as the lambing season starts.

Having your pet spayed or neutered is responsible pet ownership, helping to keep your pet at a limited risk of diseases such as tumors and cancer, infectious diseases that can be passed on through mating, and above all it helps to reduce the number of unwanted and abandoned animals.

Keep your pet safe.

Charlotte

 

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