For the first time in her life, Nannette Oatley Johnson has a service dog. Winchester, or Winnie, is a 75-pound, 2-year-old “goldador” – half golden retriever, half Labrador – that has been in training since she was a puppy. Winnie opens doors for Johnson, pulls her through grocery stores and can … [Read more...] about Hard-Working Service Dogs Improving Lives
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Protecting Dogs from Dry Winter Skin
Dry skin in pets is especially common in winter months. When the humidity levels outside are low and the weather is cold and dry, the moisture in the skin evaporates more quickly. You may find your pet’s coat will feel dry and its skin may feel tight and even flaky. In fact, their skin can lose 25% … [Read more...] about Protecting Dogs from Dry Winter Skin
Acknowledging Unconditional Love
Wouldn’t it be great to not be judged about your job, your home, your car, your looks? Wouldn’t it be great to be greeted at the door with loads of love when you come home? Wouldn’t it be great to have a walking buddy every day or someone to snuggle with on the couch every night? Yes, it would! All … [Read more...] about Acknowledging Unconditional Love
Kids and Pets: Comforting One Another
The bond between canines and humans is well established. Dogs can be our best buds, faithful companions and loyal protectors. They can bring us joy, make us laugh and ease our sorrows. They may even be responsible for the increased longevity of their upright biped companions, as they are recognized … [Read more...] about Kids and Pets: Comforting One Another
Pet Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
To keep your pets safe through Christmas celebrations, check out these tips and have a happy holiday season for you and your pets! Oh, Christmas Tree: Securely anchor your Christmas tree so it doesn’t tip and fall, causing possible injury to your pet. Tree lights: The skinny cords on Christmas … [Read more...] about Pet Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
Pets Showing Up in Online Classrooms
Students or teachers who started classes again this fall might agree, school looks quite different from how it has been in the past. With so many districts using some form of online learning, we’ve gotten used to our bedrooms becoming our classrooms. Recently, many have noticed yet another shift in … [Read more...] about Pets Showing Up in Online Classrooms
Making Thanksgiving Safe for Pets
Thanksgiving is a special holiday, full of home cooking, visitors and gratitude, but it can also have some hazards for pets. I would like to share some tips with you to keep your pets safe and healthy through this holiday so everyone can have a good time! Overindulging in food isn’t good for … [Read more...] about Making Thanksgiving Safe for Pets
Veterinarian Helping Practices Manage Records
When Cindy Barnes bought the Prescott Area Pet Emergency Hospital (PAPEH) in April 2015, she had no idea that within weeks, she would convert it to a 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week facility that would soon serve all of Northern Arizona. Barnes, who earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree … [Read more...] about Veterinarian Helping Practices Manage Records
