http://local.webvet.com/ WebVet provides pet tips and diagnostic information online to pet owners 120 en-us Articles@DirectoryM.com Articles@DirectoryM.com http://local.webvet.com/ WebVet provides pet tips and diagnostic information online to pet owners http://local.webvet.com/Images/Image.aspx?Site=customDarkBlueWAdSense_en-US The new DNA vaccine for melanoma in pets is made from human tyrosinase enzyme. It is only available through a licensed veterinary oncologist, so your veterinarian would not be able to administer it. http://local.webvet.com/DNA_Vaccine_Therapy_for_Melanoma_in_Pets_Chicago_IL-r1321869-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/DNA_Vaccine_Therapy_for_Melanoma_in_Pets_Chicago_IL-r1321869-Chicago_IL.html Whenever I hear about an infection that has not gotten better with what appears to be the proper treatment, I always have to go back and rethink the original diagnosis. How was this “staph infection” diagnosed? Were cultures taken of the throat? If so, did any other bacteria grow out on the culture plate other than staph? http://local.webvet.com/Treating_Staph_Infections_in_Pets_Chicago_IL-r1315658-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Treating_Staph_Infections_in_Pets_Chicago_IL-r1315658-Chicago_IL.html Non-stop (front) paw licking is almost certainly a sign of an allergic dermatitis (skin allergy), and this is just one of the many ways in which skin allergies can manifest in the dog. Other signs include a chronic, active ear infection, small, raised sores on the skin, hotspots, or even vomiting and diarrhea. http://local.webvet.com/Constant_Paw_Licking_Could_Indicate_Allergic_Dermatitis_Chicago_IL-r1315657-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Constant_Paw_Licking_Could_Indicate_Allergic_Dermatitis_Chicago_IL-r1315657-Chicago_IL.html A cat that eliminates inappropriately (outside of its litter box) is both a common client complaint and a difficult problem to solve. In this case, you have an outdoor (feral I presume) cat, which you have made into an indoor cat. http://local.webvet.com/Litter_Box_Problems_Require_Patience_Training_Chicago_IL-r1315656-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Litter_Box_Problems_Require_Patience_Training_Chicago_IL-r1315656-Chicago_IL.html Understanding pre-existing conditions is essential to purchasing the right pet insurance policy for your dog or cat. Although most pets have health-related issues to varying degrees, pre-existing conditions can prevent pet owners from obtaining insurance. http://local.webvet.com/When_Buying_Pet_Insurance_Consider_Pre_Existing_Conditions_Chicago_IL-r1315655-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/When_Buying_Pet_Insurance_Consider_Pre_Existing_Conditions_Chicago_IL-r1315655-Chicago_IL.html Benadryl can be helpful for dogs and cats who itch. Of course, you would need to talk to your veterinarian to see if it is safe to give to your pet, and to determine the most effective dose. In holistic vet practices, vets typically use supplements to help decrease itching, which will reduce the need for drugs such as Benadryl. http://local.webvet.com/Can_You_Give_a_Dog_Benadryl_for_Itching_Chicago_IL-r1315654-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Can_You_Give_a_Dog_Benadryl_for_Itching_Chicago_IL-r1315654-Chicago_IL.html As true when using conventional drugs, finding the best herbs for the specific problem can be a bit tricky. In my practice, I use several products to boost the cat's immune system, including Immunosupport by RX vitamins, and Echinacea comp by Heel. http://local.webvet.com/Can_Herbal_Remedies_Help_Respiratory_Problems_in_Cats_Chicago_IL-r1315653-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Can_Herbal_Remedies_Help_Respiratory_Problems_in_Cats_Chicago_IL-r1315653-Chicago_IL.html Resolving to lose weight and to become healthier for you and your four-footed friend is always at the top of the list. The New Year is also a good opportunity to become more involved in canine activities. Here are some top 10 resolutions to add to your doggy New Year's list. http://local.webvet.com/10_Doggy_Resolutions_for_a_Healthy_New_Year_Chicago_IL-r1315652-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/10_Doggy_Resolutions_for_a_Healthy_New_Year_Chicago_IL-r1315652-Chicago_IL.html Pet insurance can play an important role in providing treatment for animals diagnosed with cancer. While there is hope for dogs and cats suffering from the disease, diagnosis and treatment for cancer in animals comes at a high cost. Choose an insurance for your little loved one. http://local.webvet.com/Pet_Insurance_Covering_Cancer_in_Pets_Chicago_IL-r1315651-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Pet_Insurance_Covering_Cancer_in_Pets_Chicago_IL-r1315651-Chicago_IL.html An umbilical hernia is a small “rent” or opening in the body wall of animal located just behind the umbilicus (where the umbilical cord attaches to the fetus) and underneath the skin layers. A hernia allows for the contents of the abdomen, usually no more than just abdominal fat, to find its way out of the abdomen and into the space between the animal’s body wall and its skin layers. http://local.webvet.com/What_is_an_Umbilical_Hernia_Chicago_IL-r1315650-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/What_is_an_Umbilical_Hernia_Chicago_IL-r1315650-Chicago_IL.html Most dogs take moving in stride, but others have difficulty settling in to a new home. Pets easily pick up on body signals and emotions, so if you are anxious, your pet can become more anxious as well. The main issues to consider in moving are the changes in routine and the new home itself. To help your dog adapt to any changes, keep reading. http://local.webvet.com/Moving_with_Your_Dog_Chicago_IL-r1315649-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Moving_with_Your_Dog_Chicago_IL-r1315649-Chicago_IL.html Let your pet know who the boss is from the start. Establish the rules and follow them consistently. If your pet demonstrates poor behavior in certain situations or environments, avoid those situations as much as possible. If you keep a close eye on your pet, you'll quickly learn what it needs to be comfortable and cared for. http://local.webvet.com/Stop_Dog_Behavior_Problems_with_These_10_simple_Tips_Chicago_IL-r1305172-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Stop_Dog_Behavior_Problems_with_These_10_simple_Tips_Chicago_IL-r1305172-Chicago_IL.html A dog's rear knee joint (or "stifle joint,'' as it's called in veterinary lingo) is a complex piece of bioengineering, no less so than its human counterpart. You can think of it as nature's solution to the problem of connecting the femur, or thighbone, to the tibia, the large bone of the lower leg. A system of ligaments links the two bones so that they can function as a unit. http://local.webvet.com/Cruciate_Ligament_Injury_in_Dogs_Treatment_Options_Chicago_IL-r1292842-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Cruciate_Ligament_Injury_in_Dogs_Treatment_Options_Chicago_IL-r1292842-Chicago_IL.html Any chocolate is off-limits for pets. "Baker's chocolate is the most [toxic]," Cook said. The darker the chocolate, the more dangerous it is to pets. Theobromine and caffeine are the toxic ingredients. Curious dogs may sniff and paw and pull the tree over on themselves; cats like to get up and try out this strange indoor tree. http://local.webvet.com/Top_10_Holiday_Pet_Hazards_What_to_Know_Chicago_IL-r1292841-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Top_10_Holiday_Pet_Hazards_What_to_Know_Chicago_IL-r1292841-Chicago_IL.html Arthritis is very common in dogs. Just like in people, arthritis becomes more common in dogs as they age. Arthritis is an inflammation of the joint(s), and in most cases, it is caused by a degenerative process of wear and tear as the years go by. http://local.webvet.com/Pain_Management_for_Dogs_with_Arthritis_Chicago_IL-r1292840-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Pain_Management_for_Dogs_with_Arthritis_Chicago_IL-r1292840-Chicago_IL.html Unlike parks designated for dogs only, public parks designed for mass consumption require owners and their dogs to meet a different set of criteria -- one that allows for a peaceful co-existence between humans and animals. Following are six suggestions for meeting it. http://local.webvet.com/How_to_Enjoy_the_Public_Park_with_Your_Dog_Chicago_IL-r1292839-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/How_to_Enjoy_the_Public_Park_with_Your_Dog_Chicago_IL-r1292839-Chicago_IL.html Dogs and cats rely on us for safety, health, and companionship. Providing these basic needs is always paramount for our pets, but even more so in winter. And although some dogs are better suited for the elements because of breed characteristics, extra precaution should be taken with all pets during the cold weather season. http://local.webvet.com/Preparing_your_Pet_for_Winter_Chicago_IL-r1292838-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Preparing_your_Pet_for_Winter_Chicago_IL-r1292838-Chicago_IL.html With animal trainers, dog whisperers and pet psychics vying for attention, it can be difficult to cut through the fog of different designations. People in "many different groups call themselves animal behaviorists. http://local.webvet.com/What_is_a_Veterinary_Behaviorist_Chicago_IL-r1292837-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/What_is_a_Veterinary_Behaviorist_Chicago_IL-r1292837-Chicago_IL.html Forget giving your dog a holiday bone. Cooked turkey, duck, geese, and other bird bones are extremely dangerous to dogs. Cooked bones splinter and break easily, possibly causing sharp pieces to tear the intestines. A bone could pass by itself, but more often it becomes lodged in the dog’s throat, which could cause choking, or it could possibly cause an intestinal obstruction. http://local.webvet.com/A_Thanksgiving_Meal_for_Dogs_Chicago_IL-r1292836-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/A_Thanksgiving_Meal_for_Dogs_Chicago_IL-r1292836-Chicago_IL.html The holidays are all about giving and unwrapping wonderful surprises in packages both big and small. But one Yuletide surprise you should think twice about foisting onto an unsuspecting recipient is a new puppy, kitten, bird, small mammal or other pet -- the kind of Christmas gift that can open a Pandora 's Box of troubles. http://local.webvet.com/Is_a_New_Pet_the_Right_Gift_for_the_Holidays_Chicago_IL-r1292835-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Is_a_New_Pet_the_Right_Gift_for_the_Holidays_Chicago_IL-r1292835-Chicago_IL.html Unlike health insurance, which most Americans are familiar with, all pet insurance companies operate on a "reimbursement'' model in which the customer pays 100 percent of costs upfront before submitting the claim. http://local.webvet.com/Understanding_the_Fine_Print_in_Pet_Insurance_Policies_Chicago_IL-r1292834-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Understanding_the_Fine_Print_in_Pet_Insurance_Policies_Chicago_IL-r1292834-Chicago_IL.html In addition to potentially astronomical legal fees and long waiting period a former couple could face by going to court to determine custody of a shared pet, the U.S. legal system treats animals no differently than a piece of furniture. According to StraightDivorce.com, such a determination is made after examining receipts indicating which partner had been the functional owner of the pet, by way of expenses for medical treatments, training, nutrition and grooming. http://local.webvet.com/Pet_Mediators_Put_Animal_Interests_First_during_Divorces_Chicago_IL-r1292833-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Pet_Mediators_Put_Animal_Interests_First_during_Divorces_Chicago_IL-r1292833-Chicago_IL.html Insuring animals while they are young and healthy can eliminate substantial veterinary costs that can be incurred throughout the life of a pet. However, it is a decision that should be made early in your pet is a puppy or a kitten to avoid some of the exclusions common in the pet insurance industry. http://local.webvet.com/Pet_Insurance_for_Puppies_and_Kittens_Chicago_IL-r1292831-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Pet_Insurance_for_Puppies_and_Kittens_Chicago_IL-r1292831-Chicago_IL.html As pet owners, this means that we should pay close attention when our pets start to behave out of character, because it usually means something needs to be addressed. Spot probably didn’t start chewing on the couch because it tastes good; Spot is most likely responding to a change in his environment or deviation from his normal routine, and he needs attention. http://local.webvet.com/Is_Your_Pet_Stressed_Chicago_IL-r1292830-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Is_Your_Pet_Stressed_Chicago_IL-r1292830-Chicago_IL.html Bones consist of an outer, hard portion known as the cortex and an inner, spongy portion known as the marrow. The outside surface of the cortex is surrounded by a fibrous capsule called the periosteum, which contains blood vessels and nerves [link to cross-sectional diagram of bone]. The periosteum also contains immature cells that grow into the osteoblasts, which are the cells involved in growth of bone and fracture repair. http://local.webvet.com/Treating_Fractures_in_Cats_and_Dogs_Chicago_IL-r1292829-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Treating_Fractures_in_Cats_and_Dogs_Chicago_IL-r1292829-Chicago_IL.html The design of a bird cage is also very important. Avoid cages in which the bars form a “V”; this kind of design poses a serious hazard because a bird can easily get a leg or other body part caught and twist or break it while thrashing about. In addition, the cage door should close and lock firmly. A door that leaves a gap presents a potential safety hazard to a curious bird. http://local.webvet.com/Housing_Problems_a_Common_Cause_of_Bird_Injuries_Chicago_IL-r1292827-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Housing_Problems_a_Common_Cause_of_Bird_Injuries_Chicago_IL-r1292827-Chicago_IL.html Pet owners who use an integrative/holistic approach to their pets’ care often find that fewer conventional medications are needed when their pets become ill. Even when conventional medications are needed, the integrative/holistic approach often allows pets to be treated with lower doses of conventional medicine. http://local.webvet.com/Integrative_and_Holistic_Pet_Care_Chicago_IL-r1292826-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Integrative_and_Holistic_Pet_Care_Chicago_IL-r1292826-Chicago_IL.html Treating pain in your dog or cat can be difficult, because while people are "painfully'' aware when they are in pain, animals are much more stoic. Therefore, it's oftentimes difficult to know when animals are actually suffering or in pain. http://local.webvet.com/Recognizing_and_Treating_Pain_in_Your_Pet_Chicago_IL-r1290698-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Recognizing_and_Treating_Pain_in_Your_Pet_Chicago_IL-r1290698-Chicago_IL.html Owners who talk to their cats a lot tend to have chattier kittiens . Communication begins in kittenhood when newborns learn to interpret their mother's sounds and respond by mewing or purring. http://local.webvet.com/Understanding_the_Language_of_Cats_Chicago_IL-r1258276-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Understanding_the_Language_of_Cats_Chicago_IL-r1258276-Chicago_IL.html Should you get another bird? If you're the happy owner of a pet parrot, you've probably pondered the possibility of getting it a cage companion. But are two birds twice as nice or double the trouble? That depends on many factors, say the experts. Ask Mina Tweti, the Los Angeles-based author of the newly published "Of Parrots and People'' (Viking, 2008), and she'll tell you that getting anot... http://local.webvet.com/Should_You_Get_Another_Bird_Chicago_IL-r1258275-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Should_You_Get_Another_Bird_Chicago_IL-r1258275-Chicago_IL.html Should your pet's diet go 'natural?' As you scan the choices in your market's pet food aisle, you've no doubt noticed the labels promoting "natural" foods for dogs and cats. Natural pet foods are popular, according to a survey of 1,090 respondents conducted by Hill's Pet Nutrition, which makes Hill's Nature's Best, a natural product. But the pollsters also found confusion about what th... http://local.webvet.com/Should_Your_Pets_Diet_Go_Natural_Chicago_IL-r1258274-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Should_Your_Pets_Diet_Go_Natural_Chicago_IL-r1258274-Chicago_IL.html Healthy Dog Sports 101 Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-famil... http://local.webvet.com/Healthy_Dog_Sports_101_Chicago_IL-r1258273-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Healthy_Dog_Sports_101_Chicago_IL-r1258273-Chicago_IL.html Top tips to curb a combative canine Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0p... http://local.webvet.com/Top_Tips_to_Curb_a_Combative_Canine_Chicago_IL-r1258272-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Top_Tips_to_Curb_a_Combative_Canine_Chicago_IL-r1258272-Chicago_IL.html Choosing the right pet sitter When searching for the right pet sitter, you ultimately must find someone you trust to care for your dog, cat or other animal. Margaret Verghese always takes her cats, Batman and Bella, away with her on vacation rather than worry about them under the care of a pet sitter or friend. "I'd like to leave them with a friend who knows them well, but most of my friends hav... http://local.webvet.com/Choosing_the_Right_Pet_Sitter_Chicago_IL-r1258271-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Choosing_the_Right_Pet_Sitter_Chicago_IL-r1258271-Chicago_IL.html Birds just wanna have fun Birds love to have fun playing with toys. Da, a 20-year-old cockatiel, wears his heart on his cage. Literally. His owner, Carmen Torres of New York City, made him a leather heart with beads suspended from the sides and bottom. She hung the heart from the top of the cage, so Da could have easy access. It was a smart move: Da is totally captivated by his hand-made playthi... http://local.webvet.com/Birds_Just_Wanna_Have_Fun_Chicago_IL-r1258270-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Birds_Just_Wanna_Have_Fun_Chicago_IL-r1258270-Chicago_IL.html Squawk talk: How to teach your pet bird to talk Teaching your bird to talk. Eager to impart the gift of gab unto a fine-feathered friend but not sure how? Word is that teaching a speech-conducive bird breed to talk can be challenging, but not impossible -- so long as you speak the beak's language and remain patiently persistent, say the experts. Birds that talk the talk According to Dr. Greg Har... http://local.webvet.com/How_to_Teach_Your_Pet_Bird_to_Talk_Chicago_IL-r1258269-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/How_to_Teach_Your_Pet_Bird_to_Talk_Chicago_IL-r1258269-Chicago_IL.html Waterfall hiking with your dog Going hiking with your dog and coming upon a waterfall is one of life's simple pleasures. To Dudley the dog, it's just the best place to cool down after a spirited hike. Thom Benson, communications manager at the Tennessee Aquarium, thinks of Dudley as his best friend. Thom moved to Chattanooga twelve years ago with his wife and family, bought a house on Signal Mou... http://local.webvet.com/Waterfall_Hiking_With_Your_Dog_Chicago_IL-r1258268-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Waterfall_Hiking_With_Your_Dog_Chicago_IL-r1258268-Chicago_IL.html Woof! Taxi! : A primer on pet transportation services Pet transportation services make it easier to get around when you don't have a car. When Laura first moved to Brooklyn from Los Angeles six years ago, she had four cats and two dogs. What she didn't have was a car. Laura worried about what she might do in an emergency, but happier circumstances prompted her to research pet taxi services in Ne... http://local.webvet.com/A_Primer_on_Pet_Transportation_Services_Chicago_IL-r1258267-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/A_Primer_on_Pet_Transportation_Services_Chicago_IL-r1258267-Chicago_IL.html Tips for losing weight and exercising with your dog While human obesity is at an all-time high, so too is dog obesity , with 25 to 40 percent of American dogs -- an estimated 17 million -- overweight. Exercising with your dog can be a great motivator for both of you to get -- and stay -- fit, happy and healthy. "It's as difficult a battle for dogs as it can be for us,'' Chicago veterinarian Dr.... http://local.webvet.com/Tips_for_Losing_Weight_and_Exercising_with_Your_Dog_Chicago_IL-r1258266-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Tips_for_Losing_Weight_and_Exercising_with_Your_Dog_Chicago_IL-r1258266-Chicago_IL.html Pets in the office: Good for morale and for business Pets in the office is increasingly a regular sight. To keep employees happy and productive these days, businesses are increasingly promoting the care and feeding of employees through the care and feeding of their pets -- in the workplace. More and more, employers and employees are finding that allowing their pets inside the office is a win-win... http://local.webvet.com/Benefits_of_Pets_in_the_Office_Chicago_IL-r1258265-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Benefits_of_Pets_in_the_Office_Chicago_IL-r1258265-Chicago_IL.html Toxic homes: Are our pets becoming polluted? The danger posed by toxic chemicals in the environment has been a widely recognized and extensively studied public health issue for decades. But only recently have the possible effects of these chemicals on pet health been seriously studied. A new report raises new concerns The Environmental Working Group (EWG), a Washington, D.C.-based not-for-profit... http://local.webvet.com/Toxic_Homes_Are_Our_Pets_Becoming_Polluted_Chicago_IL-r1258264-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Toxic_Homes_Are_Our_Pets_Becoming_Polluted_Chicago_IL-r1258264-Chicago_IL.html Yoga for dogs Yoga isn't just for people anymore - it's for dogs, too. Doggy yoga - Doga - is a great way for you to exercise with your pet . With soothing Enya tunes playing in the background, Marnie Pomeroy gracefully goes through "downward facing dog,'' a classic yoga posture that mimics the natural stretch dogs take every time they get up. Pomeroy is not doing the exercises alone. To varying... http://local.webvet.com/Yoga_for_Dogs_Chicago_IL-r1258263-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Yoga_for_Dogs_Chicago_IL-r1258263-Chicago_IL.html High-rise hares: Keeping rabbits in apartments Susan Kent loves rabbits. Over the last fifteen years, she’s had four, including Monty, the 8-pound English Angora rabbit who presently makes his home with her. But Kent has neither house nor yard. She and Monty coexist happily in Kent’s small, Greenwich Village apartment, right in the heart of New York City. “ Rabbits make excellent urban pets and... http://local.webvet.com/Keeping_Rabbits_in_Apartments_Chicago_IL-r1258262-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Keeping_Rabbits_in_Apartments_Chicago_IL-r1258262-Chicago_IL.html Do-it-yourself pet grooming: Five steps to success Grooming your pet yourself can be a great way to save money and bond with your pet. A professional grooming session can set an owner back up to $50 or $60 per session. Plus, people are busy, and regular trips to the groomer might prove inconvenient. Plenty of pet suppliers carry great home grooming kits. It's easier than you think, and the close... http://local.webvet.com/Do_it_Yourself_Pet_Grooming_Chicago_IL-r1258261-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Do_it_Yourself_Pet_Grooming_Chicago_IL-r1258261-Chicago_IL.html Helping kitties adjust to a new home Q: We recently moved. Of course, we took our 6-year-old Siamese cat. We also took a cat who lived in our yard for seven years. We just couldn't leave her behind. We had her spayed and declawed. She adjusted to life inside with our Siamese, Simba. The problem is that Simba won't use the litter boxes. The two boxes are located in our extra shower. Can you help?... http://local.webvet.com/Helping_Kitties_Adjust_to_a_New_Home_Chicago_IL-r1258260-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Helping_Kitties_Adjust_to_a_New_Home_Chicago_IL-r1258260-Chicago_IL.html Nutrigenomics for animals: How it can help your pet The field of nutrigenomics is now being applied to animals. How can this help your pet? First, a basic primer in DNA: Every living thing, whether plant, animal, or human, is what it is because of the genetic material -- DNA -- in its cells. DNA is active throughout the life of an organism, not just in its formation. It is DNA -- specifically, s... http://local.webvet.com/Nutrigenomics_for_Animals_Chicago_IL-r1258259-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Nutrigenomics_for_Animals_Chicago_IL-r1258259-Chicago_IL.html Preventing dog theft According to an April 8, 2008 report from the American Kennel Club (AKC), there has been an alarming rise in recent months in the reported incidence of dog thefts. Ranging from armed robbers entering the home of a dog breeder, to snatchings of purebred dogs in parking lots, the rate of such incidents tracked by the AKC has mushroomed to 30 in just the first three months of 2... http://local.webvet.com/Preventing_Dog_Theft_Chicago_IL-r1258258-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Preventing_Dog_Theft_Chicago_IL-r1258258-Chicago_IL.html Pets' influence on the elderly Animals fill a void in the lives of the elderly who are alone without friends or loved ones. Pets can greatly increase quality of life for many senior citizens . Dr. Sandra Barker, director of the Center for Human-Animal Interaction at Virginia Commonwealth University, recalls the story of Annie, a depressed 95-year-old who, after being given a dog named Pumpkin, b... http://local.webvet.com/Pets_Influence_on_the_Elderly_Chicago_IL-r1258257-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Pets_Influence_on_the_Elderly_Chicago_IL-r1258257-Chicago_IL.html Pet travel services Need to get away, but want to bring your pet with you? Blue Sky Dogs offers pet travel services for animals and their owners. Consider this scenario: You come home from work exhausted to find your one-year-old golden retriever bouncing around like popcorn in a furnace. After surveying the dog hair on your red velour sofa (the one it’s not allowed on) and the teeth marks on yo... http://local.webvet.com/Pet_Travel_Services_Chicago_IL-r1258256-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Pet_Travel_Services_Chicago_IL-r1258256-Chicago_IL.html Summer camp...for dogs Summer camp has gone to the dogs. Or rather, the dogs are going to summer camp and they’re taking their owners with them. According to Jeannie Richter in a recent article on abcnews.com, if you’re looking for a getaway for you and your dog , you don't have to look too far. Thanks to summer camps that cater to both dogs and their humans, you can “have a vacation,” she said,... http://local.webvet.com/Summer_Camp_for_Dogs_Chicago_IL-r1258255-Chicago_IL.html http://local.webvet.com/Summer_Camp_for_Dogs_Chicago_IL-r1258255-Chicago_IL.html