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Entries from February 2008

Dog Care Basics – Part 3

February 18th, 2008 · No Comments

Vaccinations for distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, rabies and parvovirus may need to be scheduled for your dog, depending on what vaccinations he already has and what is required by your state. Your veterinarian should be able to discuss these with you on your first visit.

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Keeping Your Pet Birds Safe and Healthy

February 16th, 2008 · No Comments

One serious danger for pet birds is their desire to chew. Birds will chew on welded items and develop lead poisoning from the soldered joints. They will also nibble on potted plants. Be sure that any plants near your bird’s cage are not toxic.

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