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Tag Archives: animal health

What about a National Health Service for pets?

PoC avatarPosted on January 18, 2021 by Michael BroadJanuary 18, 2021

As an item on a wish list, I would include a National Health Service for pets. I’m referring to the NHS in the UK which of course is exclusively for people but it begs the question why we can’t have … Continue reading →

Posted in cat welfare | Tagged animal health, animal welfare, cat health, cat health care, cat health insurance, insurance, NHS for Pets, pet health insurance, self-insurance, veterinarians

Dog owner is employed by Sheriff’s Department investigating the case? Guess how things went.

PoC avatarPosted on January 1, 2020 by Elisa Black-TaylorJanuary 1, 2020

UPDATE 11 p.m. Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has responded: The Chatham County Police Department investigated the case along with Chatham County Animal Services. Both agencies are separate from the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office. You may make an Open Records request … Continue reading →

Posted in dog ownership | Tagged animal control, animal health, animal law, animal neglect, animal welfare, dog, police, The Articles of Elisa Black-Taylor

Influenza outbreak 2018: Be extra vigilent during this potentially deadly flu season

PoC avatarPosted on January 22, 2018 by Elisa Black-TaylorJanuary 23, 2018

I’ve been following the influenza outbreak of 2018 and I’m almost to the point of paranoia as far as safety measures are concerned. I invite the readers to study up on influenza strain H3N2 and decide for yourself just how … Continue reading →

Posted in Cat News | Tagged animal health, The Articles of Elisa Black-Taylor | 5 Replies

Pet owners in the US increasingly treat pets with medical marijuana

PoC avatarPosted on June 21, 2017 by Michael BroadJune 21, 2017

Following the legalisation of marijuana as a medicine for human use in 29 American states, pet owners are, in increasing numbers, turning to medical marijuana to treat their sick pets suffering from ailments such as arthritis and cancer. Cats, dogs, … Continue reading →

Posted in home treatment | Tagged animal health, cannabis, cat drugs, cat health, Home Treatment For Cat Arthritis, home treatments for cats | 1 Reply

Pet Care During Natural Disasters

PoC avatarPosted on October 31, 2012 by Michael BroadMarch 26, 2015

I noticed a few changes to protocol during the natural disaster that hit many of the eastern United States when Hurricane Sandy hit the east coast a few days ago. While these occurred in New York, I believe they should … Continue reading →

Posted in cat welfare | Tagged animal health, natural disasters | 7 Replies

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