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The Pet Renal Code (Kidney Disease in Dogs and Cats)

Chronic Renal Failure (CRF), also called Chronic Renal Insufficiency (CRI), is a serious, terminal condition so it’s important that dogs and cats with CRF have their health managed by a veterinarian. It’s critical for people to know how this condition progresses so they can reduce their pet’s end-of-life suffering.

This post contains details that I . . . → Read More: The Pet Renal Code (Kidney Disease in Dogs and Cats)

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Red, Fright, and Blue

It’s that time a year again – we see a lot of red, white, and blue and we see tons of scared dogs and cats. My neighborhood is already experiencing loud noises and little bright explosions that terrify local dogs and cats.

This is also the time of year when animal shelters get the most . . . → Read More: Red, Fright, and Blue

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5th Annual Dog-Gone Easter Egg Hunt (April 1, 2012)

On 4/1/12 the 5th Annual Dog-Gone Easter Egg Hunt will happen at Rainier Vista Park in Lacey.

For just $3 per adult (kids under 12 get in free) you can give your canine buddies a fun-filled day with the focus all on them. All proceeds go to two local charities: Feline Friends and Old Dog . . . → Read More: 5th Annual Dog-Gone Easter Egg Hunt (April 1, 2012)

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Peaceful Transitions (In-Home Euthanasia)

A cat who was dear to me died this week. It’s always very hard for me to hear news like this.

Jane Ear's death in 2006 broke my heart

There was a stretch of 4 years in which 3 of my own cats died, and during that time I had a lot of ideas . . . → Read More: Peaceful Transitions (In-Home Euthanasia)

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Pretty In Stink: Why Dogs Roll In Stinky Things

Nobody knows for certain why dogs roll in stinky (and dead and pooey) things. But many dog lovers know that dogs who roll in yucky stuff seem to enjoy it. Really enjoy it.

There are four main theories about why dogs roll in smelly things. None can be scientifically proven as the true cause of . . . → Read More: Pretty In Stink: Why Dogs Roll In Stinky Things

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