http://whitneysvet.com/blog dog and cat health and news items Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:01:48 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en With Halloween and other holidays just around the corner, I thought I should remind everyone that some of these treats and spooks are not good for your pets. I think most folks know that chocolate is bad for pets, but don't forget the other stuff like the sticks off the lollipops, ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/10/09/trick-or-treat/ Yesterday my close friend Emily lost her beloved Skye.  I have posted her memorial here.  Skye was such a wonderful dog and he'll be missed by all who knew him.  He's herding the sheep now while he waits to be reunited someday with Emily.                        IN MEMORIUM BLITZEN’S SKYE HIBs OA OAJ ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/08/30/the-loss-of-a-dear-friend-skye/ Well, it is truly the dog days of summer now.  While watching the Olympics (particularly the swimming events), it occurred to me that many times I hear from clients that their dogs don't like to swim.  While some pets (cats) are naturally going to avoid the water, some dogs, even ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/08/23/olympic-dreams/ Weedy loves icecubes, but for a really fun treat try this: Freeze water with a dog treat (hard cruchy treats work best) insmall disposable treat containters.  For containers I use snack sized Glad disposables.  Do not overfill.  Once the treat is frozen, pop it out of the container and share.  Your dog ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/08/02/weedys-wonderful-popsicles/ Wow!  Today is a hot one, and the forcast for next week is for hotter yet!  Be sure to remeber to beat the heat with your pets too.  Keep them inside and cool during the heat of the day.  Cats can overheat too, so be sure to keep them inside. Lots ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/08/02/the-dog-days-of-summer-are-here/ I sure hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July!  Be sure to safe guard your pets!  Fireworks and loud noises are dangerous for pets and can frighten them.  Keeping them inside and in a quiet place will help.  Cotton balls in the ears can help muffle the noise as well ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/07/03/happy-july-4th/ The allergy seminar was well attended this week as we finished our 5th topic in the series.  While we will not have a seminar in July due to timing and travel, the next one in August will probably be popular since the topic is behavior.  I've done several behavior lectures ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/06/26/next-seminar-will-be-a-potpourri-of-behavior-topics/ As I sit and write the notes for the upcoming allergy seminar, I think about the future upcoming topics.  Since we have so many areas of veterinary medicine, I've decided to ask you what topics you would be interested in.  Leave me your ideas in the comments here, and I'll ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/06/18/new-topics/ I sure hope everyone had the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful weekend with your pets.  It was lovely outside and cats and dogs alike will have enjoyed the fresh air.  Please remember a few safety issues.  All pets must be leashed in Peoria County.  Cats too!  A fun way for your ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/06/01/fun-in-the-sun/ Hey group, sorry I haven't had a chance to take those pics on CPR yet.  I haven't forgotten so check back and I'll try to have them set up soon.  Hope you all enjoyed the seminar.  I felt we had a great group in attendance.  I'll plan to have the pics ... http://whitneysvet.com/blog/2008/05/24/sorry-i-havent-posted-the-follow-up-notes/