Posts by Ned Caldwell
Veterinary Technicians – Trusted Partners for Your Pet’s Care
We all know that your pet’s doctor will often ask one of his or her staff members to either help restrain a pet or maybe prepare a specific medication. But these helpers are often involved in a lot more than you may realize. From preparing laboratory samples to taking x-rays to communicating treatment plans with clients, veterinary technicians and assistants have carved out essential roles in modern animal hospitals.
Read MoreHigh Tech Vision Looks Deep Into Your Pets Mouth!
Keeping up with your pet’s oral health care can seem time consuming and often does not get done. But, good dental care, including brushing your pet’s teeth and regular professional cleanings at the veterinary office, can help prevent serious and expensive problems. And now, there’s one more high tech tool that help veterinarians find and solve these all too common pet dental problems!
Read MoreJerky Treats for Pets Continue to Cause Problems
For almost five years, the Food and Drug Administration has warned pet owners and veterinarians about concerns with “jerky treats” for dogs. Over this time reports of pets with kidney failure, diarrhea and other illnesses have started to pour into the FDA’s offices and the situation has even garnered Congressional concern. What’s the whole story and how will you keep your pets safe?
Read MoreRapid Blood Analysis Delivers Vital Results to Your Veterinarian!
Finding answers to your pet’s health problems can be challenging since our dogs and cats can’t speak to us. Thankfully, veterinarians have an array of important blood tests that can help diagnose a variety of illnesses. The best part is…many animal hospitals can perform this blood work while you wait!
Read MoreLost Pets, High Tech Returns
As much as we think our pets would never leave our side, millions of animals do end up wandering away from their homes every year. Some will rejoin their families, thanks to high tech identification like microchips, but many end up in shelters, some go to new homes and a few are even taken for illegal activities. What can you do to make sure your pet comes home safely?
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