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Helping Cats and Dogs Have Healthy Joints

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013, 12:03pm

Helping Cats and Dogs Have Healthy Joints

(Welcome to our pet column, courtesy of Pet Connection Programs Inc. of Marilla. We post a new article each week, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!)

Your four-footed friends could benefit from your taking four important steps to keep your pets in peak condition.

1. See the vet for regular checkups. Dogs and cats age faster than humans. They can grow up — and grow old — almost before you know it. Regular wellness exams let your veterinarian diagnose, manage and protect against potential health problems before they become serious.

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Bedding: A Big Choice for Small Pets

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 1:37pm

(Welcome to our pet column, courtesy of Pet Connection Programs Inc. of Marilla. We post a new article each week, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!)

The next time you consider expanding your family to include a hamster, Guinea pig, bunny or other small pet, you won’t be alone. Some 16 million U.S. families currently cohabitate with small pets, according to the American Pet Products Association National Pet Owners Survey.

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Taking Your Pet Camping or to the Cottage: Tips for a Safe and Fun Vacation

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Monday, May 6th, 2013, 12:43pm

Taking Your Pet Camping or to the Cottage: Tips for a Safe and Fun Vacation

(Welcome to our pet column, courtesy of Pet Connection Programs Inc. of Marilla. We post a new article each week, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!)

Did you spend the winter dreaming of trips to the cottage or camping with your family, friends and pet? If you've been planning your trek to the cottage, or the dilemma of how you'll get your frisky pup to sleep in a tent, Pets Plus Us, a pet owner community and insurance coverage provider, has a few tips on how to keep everyone happy on vacation.

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Pet Connection Teaming With Girl Scouts for Donation Drive

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Friday, May 3rd, 2013, 2:59pm

Pet Connection Teaming With Girl Scouts for Donation Drive

Pet Connection Programs Inc., a nonprofit special care and maternity shelter for dogs and cats located in Marilla, will hold a supply and donation drive from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 10, at the Petco store located at 4401 Transit Road near Main Street in Williamsville.

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Summer Pest Protection for Your Pets

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 8:26am

(Welcome to our pet column, courtesy of Pet Connection Programs Inc. of Marilla. We post a new article each week, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!)

While the season's warmer weather offers great opportunity for games of fetch with Fido, it also brings increased risk from exposure to pests, particularly ticks, fleas, mosquitoes and stinging insects. Safeguarding dogs and cats begins with discussions with your veterinarian, but in addition to prescribed healthcare repellents and preventatives, there are several things that can be done to make your yard inhospitable to the stinging, biting troublemakers.

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Tips for Traveling with Fido and Felix

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013, 5:03pm

(Welcome to our pet column, courtesy of Pet Connection Programs Inc. of Marilla. We post a new article each week, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!)

As you prepare for your pet's big adventure with the family, here are some travel Dos (and one travel Don't) to help get you off to the right start:

Do visit your veterinarian before you leave to ensure your pet is ready to travel. Request an updated health certificate with information on vaccinations and if necessary, re-stock your pet's medication. Be sure to find out what to include in your pet's first aid kit.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Your Pet’s Health

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Monday, April 15th, 2013, 10:07pm

Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Your Pet’s Health

(Welcome to our pet column, courtesy of Pet Connection Programs Inc. of Marilla. We post a new article each week, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!)

For many years, pet owners have given omega-3 fatty acids to their dogs to change a dull, dry coat into a more glossy one.

A shiny coat and healthy skin on the outside can be indicators of a healthy pet on the inside. Conversely, skin problems may indicate a need for dietary changes or supplementation.

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