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UW Veterinary Hospital Now Offers 24/7 Emergency Service

MADISON - Now, when pet owners need emergency care for their animal, the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in Madison is an option.

Recently, the school's Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital began offering 24/7 emergency care for small animals. This complements the 24-hour service that has always been available for large animals.

AAHA Senior Care Guidelines for Dogs and Cats

The purpose of this document is to provide a working framework for veterinarians dedicated to enhancing the well-being of senior pet dogs and cats. Only about 14% of senior animals undergo regular health screening as recommended by their veterinarians.1 The main obstacle to compliance is the lack of a clear recommendation by the veterinary care team.1 Unless otherwise specified, all recommendations in this document apply to both the dog and the cat. Providing optimal care for senior pets.

Vaccination FAQ

Q: What are vaccines?
A:
Vaccines are health products that trigger protective immune responses in pets and prepare them to fight future infections from disease-causing agents. Vaccines can lessen the severity of future diseases and certain vaccines can prevent infection altogether. Today, a variety of vaccines are available for use by veterinarians.

Q: Is it important to vaccinate?

Bark Buster's - In Your Home Dog Training

BB-logo.gifDeveloped in Australia, our dog-friendly training techniques leverage the same communications methods -- body language and voice control -- that dogs follow as part of their instinctual pack mentality. All training takes place in the home. Our all-natural methods are effective with any dog, any age - including puppies.

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