September Citizen Pet E-News

SEPTEMBER 2010

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Therapy dog had a
special gift:
The benefits of animal
assisted therapy

Tragedy to triumph
Blind Rottweiler makes many PALS

Homeopathy

The "Law of Similars" in action

UPCOMING EVENTS

SPECIAL OFFERS

Welcome to our September issue of Citizen Pet e-news where you'll find more editorial to help you keep your pets healthy and happy. This month read about the importance of never sharing your meds with your pets, if science can indeed perform miracles and the Top 10 warning signs of cancer in pets. Also, check out upcoming events, special offers and our training tip of the month. Join in the celebration of life with our pets!

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Top 10 warning signs of cancer

1. Abnormal swellings that persist or continue to grow.
2. Sores that do not heal.
3. Weight loss.
4. Bleeding or discharge from any body opening.
5. Hesitation to exercise or loss of stamina.
6. Offensive odor.
7. Difficulty eating or swallowing.
8. Persistent lameness or stiffness
9. Difficulty breathing, urinating, or defecating
10. Loss of appetite.
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Don't give your meds to your pets
Did you know that one in three family pets suffer from osteoarthritis? Even though the joint pain and disability this can cause your pet is similar to what you would experience if you had osteoarthritis, don't assume the treatment can be the same. Prescription medications should never be shared - not with a family member and not with a pet.

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Can science perform miracles?
By Anne Marie Burley, B.Ed., I.E.

We begin a loving relationship with our pets when we first see that small, furry body that fits in the palm of our hand. Smitten, we commit to a long-term relationship. Somewhere along the line that energetic young fluff ball begins to show signs of age.

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TRAINING TIP OF THE MONTH