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Accreditation
Matters: Routine Laboratory Tests Expose Hidden
Ailments
 Veterinarians use lab tests
to routinely monitor your pet’s health, to
diagnose a disease or condition, and to measure
the effects of a medication or treatment plan.
Sometimes these tests deliver surprises. Read
about two pets whose lives were saved when
routine lab tests uncovered hidden ailments. [Read
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No
more pilling fights?
What
if, instead of fighting with your pet every day
for two weeks, you could ask your veterinarian
to give your pet a single shot? [Read
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Living
with Feline Leukemia
Feline
leukemia (FeLV) is a widespread, incurable
virus. Not all cats exposed to the virus will
become infected, and of the ones that do,
approximately one third will eliminate the virus
on their own and develop immunity. However, the
majority of FeLV-positive cats succumb to cancer
or opportunistic
infections.
Use these tips to help your FeLV-positive cat
live as comfortably as possible — and prevent
other cats from becoming infected. [Read
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Pain
Management in the ICU:
What does it mean for
your pet?
The
hours immediately following surgery are crucial
when it comes to managing your pet’s pain. Learn
what you and your veterinary practice team can
and should do to keep your pet’s pain under
control in the intensive care unit and during
the recovery process. [Read
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A
Day for Dogs
Responsible
Dog Ownership Day, observed throughout the month
of September, is a perfect opportunity to
check your pet care routines against what
veterinarians recommend and recommit to doing
what it takes every day to ensure your pet’s
well-being. [Read
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Nutrients
and Nutraceuticals:
What Does Your Pet
Need?
Nutritional
supplements make up one of the fastest growing
segments of the pet product industry. It’s
estimated that nearly one in five pet owners
give some kind of nonprescription supplement to
their dog or cat. Are they right for your pet?
[Read
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The
Wellness Technician:
Your Pet’s Personal
Health Coach
As
your ally in wellness care, veterinary
technicians provide you with the information and
instructions you need to keep your pet well. How
can you tap into the wealth of knowledge your
technician is eager to share? Ask! [Read
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This
client newsletter has been sent to you from your
AAHA-accredited veterinary practice. We hope you
will read and use the information contained
within the publication to participate in the
health and wellness of your pets.
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