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Washington State Veterinary Medical Association

 WA
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Joined June 2009
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Animals are amazing! ow.ly/lCic50uGleR #MondayMotivation #Smarts #Science ow.ly/lCic50uGleR

7 creatures with skills that easily beat humans

From octopus senses to dog memory to chimp communication, smart animals flex their skills in unique and interesting ways.

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It's always best to consult your veterinarian about your pets diet if you have questions. komonews.com/news/consumer/s…
Should you take your dog off of a grain-free diet?

Should you take your dog off of a grain-free diet?

Dog owners who swear by grain-free dog food might want to reconsider that choice. That's one suggestion from some veterinarians groups, as the U. S. Food and Drug Administration investigates a...

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Meet Sunglass Cat, an Instagram star with an eye-opening message of acceptance

Meet Sunglass Cat, an Instagram star with an eye-opening message of acceptance

This charming feline with no eyelids helps humans see the value of animal rescue.

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Listeria monocytogenes contamination triggers raw, ground pet food recall

Listeria monocytogenes contamination triggers raw, ground pet food recall

The Thogersen Family Farm (Thogersen) is recalling several varieties of raw, ground pet food due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall was

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#DogBitePreventionWeek is all about education. 4.5m people will be bitten by a dog this year (AVMA) and nearly 1 in 5 will require medical attention (CDC). To learn more about what to do, visit either the AVMA dog... cdc.gov/features/dog-bite-pr…
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Nestlé Purina wet cat food recalled due to potential choking hazard

Nestlé Purina wet cat food recalled due to potential choking hazard

The affected products were distributed nationwide.

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FDA Alert! fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/New…
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WSVMA | Hill’s announces expanded recall on variety of canned dog foods wsvma.org/2019/03/22/hills-a…
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Potentially dangerous bacteria found in array of raw meat dog foods An analysis of 60 frozen raw meat foods for dogs made by 10 manufacturers in Europe revealed the presence of dangerous... cnn.com/2019/03/04/health/ra…
Veterinarian: Don't use active diffusers in homes with pets Essential oils are toxic to cats, which lack a liver enzyme that would enable them to... news5cleveland.com/lifestyle…
Your essential oil diffuser could be toxic to your pets. Here's what you need to know

Your essential oil diffuser could be toxic to your pets. Here's what you need to know

Essential oil diffusers are gaining popularity on the market, but an Ohio veterinarian warns that they may not be safe for your pets.

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When cannabis was legalized in the parts of the United States, there were substantial increases in marijuana-related visits to children’s hospitals and calls to poison control centres. Pets... theconversation.com/how-to-k…
How to keep your pets safe from marijuana poisoning

How to keep your pets safe from marijuana poisoning

Pets are vulnerable to cannabis toxicity - by ingesting cannabis products and also by inhaling second hand smoke. In some cases this can be lethal.

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It’s true – while 50% of dogs in the U.S. seen by veterinarians are overweight, only 17% of pet owners acknowledge our pets are too fat. Read on to see from what common obesity-related ailments our pets suffer. Remember, healthy weight = longer lives. nytimes.com/2019/02/04/well/…
Time to Put Fluffy and Fido on a Diet? (Published 2019)

Time to Put Fluffy and Fido on a Diet? (Published 2019)

Veterinarians report that nearly half the dogs they see are overweight or obese, although only 17 percent of owners acknowledge that their pets are too fat.

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Dental care for pets is SO important! avma.org/Events/pethealth/Pa…
Pet Food Recall Alert! Hill’s Pet Nutrition is recalling select canned dog food for excessive vitamin D. Visit Hill’s website to see the affected food that has been distributed through pet stores and veterinary clinics nationwide. Pet... hillspet.com/productlist
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FAD Alert! fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/New…
Benefits of licensing your pet(s) q13fox.com/2019/01/10/benefi…
Benefits of licensing your pet(s)

Benefits of licensing your pet(s)

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"Chewing is important for a dogs mental and physical well-being. It exercises their chewing muscles, cleans their teeth and keeps their brain engaged." komonews.com/news/consumer/s…
Safe chew treats for your dog

Safe chew treats for your dog

Bird fly, fish swim and dogs chew. Chewing is important for a dogs mental and physical well-being. It exercises their chewing muscles, cleans their teeth and keeps their brain engaged. It's your...

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"Puppies and kittens are gifts that keep on giving (and taking your things and ripping them to shreds). Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Julia Albright provides some points for potential pet-gifters to ponder before placing a new companion under the... veterinarymedicine.dvm360.co…
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Recall Alert! komonews.com/news/nation-wor…
Recall issued for specific lots of 9Lives Protein Plus canned cat food

Recall issued for specific lots of 9Lives Protein Plus canned cat food

A voluntary recall has been issued for specific lots of9Lives Protein Plus wet, canned cat food due to possible low levels of thiamine or Vitamin B1. Cats fed diets low in thiamine for several weeks...

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Columbia River Natural Pet Foods raw dog food recalled

Columbia River Natural Pet Foods raw dog food recalled

Columbia River Natural Pet Foods of Vancouver, Washington, U.S.A. is voluntarily recalling 933 packages of Cow Pie fresh frozen meats for dogs and cats.

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