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Animal Rescue: How Veterinarians Prevent Illnesses And Heal Animals

Hi, everyone! I'm Rhoda and I live in a country area where I am part of the local koala rescue team. It is simply my job to drive the van, but over the years I've learnt a lot about koalas and their care. Since there aren't a lot of facilities in the area, people often call us to help with other injured animals such as kangaroos, stray dogs and birds. My favourite was a runaway Shetland pony! We take many of the animals to a veterinary clinic in a nearby town and I have gained a lot of knowledge about their ability to prevent illnesses as well as heal animals. I have started this blog to share my admiration and knowledge for veterinary services. I hope you find something of interest.

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2017

Understanding Arsenic Poisoning In Cats
You may not think you need to worry about your cat being exposed to arsenic, which is a heavy metal mineral, but arsenic is actually used in a range of household and gardening products, such wood preservatives, weed killers and insecticides. Some drugs, including those used to treat heartworm disease in cats, contain small quantities of arsenic, which can be toxic if your cat consumes too much the drug. If your cat ingests a product containing arsenic, they need veterinary care right away, as this poison can be fatal for cats.

2 Diet Tips to Keep Your Dog's Heart Healthy
When you love your furry friends, the last thing you want is to lose them to a health problem that could have been prevented. Heart disease is a devastating condition that affects around 10% of dogs, reaching a rate of over 60% for aging pooches. Thankfully, there are many ways to reduce your dog's risk of heart failure, including improving their diet. Here are 2 dietary tips that will help you keep your beloved dog's heart healthy:

3 Important Health Benefits of Having Your Male Cat Neutered
For many cat owners, the idea of neutering their pet can seem a little cruel. However, it's something that, unless you're planning on breeding the animal, you really need to have taken care of. For starters, a male cat whose sex organs have been removed will be less aggressive, less likely to spray urine, and less likely to wander far from the home. However, there are also a number of important health benefits that come along with neutering.