Your pet is part of your family. Just like any family member, you become worried when they show signs of illness. When it comes to taking care of your cat, dog or horse, seeking out the aid of veterinary diagnostics companies is a necessary part of the process. Even though the Internet can provide us […]
Veterinarians can often work very closely with a clinical diagnostics laboratory in order to provide the most accurate information to pet owners, trainers, farmers, or others who work closely with animals and are concerned about their well-being. For example, if a horse has an equine infectious anemia virus or cows have dropped dead suddenly or […]
Our precious Elfie is gone. Two weeks ago today, we had him put to sleep after a sudden decline in his health. Elfie was a three year old puppy when I adopted him in 2001, and he was healthy almost until the very end. A couple of years ago he went deaf, was no longer […]
Cats are our best friends. They make us laugh after a long day at work and comfort us when we’re feeling down. When they get sick, we do everything we can to bring them back up to speed for all the joy they’ve brought to our lives. Cat health is an ongoing learning process for […]
Eating farm fresh food can be a revelation. Whether it’s blueberries, grapes or eggs, the difference in taste can be a wake-up call. With a little effort and imagination, even city-dwellers can grow some herbs, vegetables and fruit in backyards of by a sunny kitchen window. Backyard hens are a growing trend, with the reward […]
Adopting a pet is an exciting moment in a person’s life. In truth, many Americans rely upon pets not only for companionship, but for emotional support and in cases that involve therapy or assistance animals, much more. America is obsessed with pets — and in particular, dogs and cats. It’s believed that 46,300,000 households own […]