vafnana | October 14, 2009
The best way to finding a good vet is by referrals, ask around. Once you have made the conclusion to visit one, assure yourself that conditions are good. Is the office clean? Is the receptionist courteous and knowledgeable? Do the vet’s office hours comply with your schedule? Is there reasonable order in the waiting room? Dogs on leash? Cats contained? Is the examining room and table clean? The next area of judgement is personality of the veterinarian. Is the doctor comfortable around your pet? Is there confidence displayed when handling your pet and is he/she gentle but firm? Don’t be afraid to ask about fees, most veterinarians will hand out written estimates if you ask. The best vets will recommend an annual checkup and ask owners to keep accurate observation and descriptions of symptoms that may occur, this is helpful for a quick diagnosis and effective treatment.
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vafnana | October 13, 2009
“Learn to speak up and announce your contributions to the world. The truth is, nobody else will.” ~Donald J. Trump
Toot your own horn, your friends won’t know unless you tell them. Then you’ll hear the “atta girls” and “atta boys”!
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vafnana | October 12, 2009
When you bring a new pet into you home, it changes everything. Change can be scary and uncomfortable. However, being open to change and new ideas is essential. Don’t sabotage yourself or them by attempting to put too many new ideas and changes into place at one time. Pick one or two and work on incorporating them into your daily schedule. When they become habit – add one or two more!
“Any change, even a change for the better, is always accompanied by drawbacks and discomforts.” ~Arnold Bennett
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vafnana | October 11, 2009
Not too long ago, veterinarians were often rewarded for their services with chickens, pies or homemade brew. These nonmonetary payments were not an equal exchange for the value of the services, but an expression of gratitude for the compassion and care of the doctor.
Think of this when your own veterinarian has healed or cured your pet. I bet they would love a homemade pie! But please remember to pay your bill.
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vafnana | October 9, 2009
- BEdazzle with your smile and laughter. Laughter is an instant vacation. Have fun, play and enjoy life. Fill the room with sunshine and that beautiful smile, and remember a smile is a little curve that straightens everything out.
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vafnana | October 7, 2009
Without a doubt, ear cropping is unnecessary surgery. Having said that, my dogs do not require that decision to make but I like the look of quality cropped ears. I recently came upon another article about banning ear cropping and a response from a DVM:
“We all seem to ignore the fact that there are no wild canines in nature whose ears do not stand up: this after thousands of years of evolution. Floppy ears are the result of hundreds of years of breeding by mankind in order to get results for whatever dog traits the breeders were looking for.”
Mmmmmm,
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vafnana | October 6, 2009
Not that we ever clean up peepee from our little angels!
mix equal parts club soda and white vinegar, saturate or spray away!
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vafnana | October 3, 2009
FOR LOLA!
Lots of skunks this year! Important to remember: take all jewelry off or use gloves while washing your pet, the jewelry absorbs the scent!
In plastic bucket mix: 1 qt 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 c baking soda, 1-2 tsp liquid soap(dawn or ivory), lather deeply into the coat and skin, leave on for at least 5 minutes, longer is better. Keep out of eyes. Rinse with tepid water. Repeat if necessary.
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vafnana | October 3, 2009
I recently saw an advertisement for a parasite repellent. Keep this in mind for next year!
It’s called bugbam. It’s a tag that hangs on your dog’s collar and in the tag contains geranium, citronella and lemongrass. These oils repel mosquitos, ticks and fleas. But,,, one tag only lasts 15days.
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