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Greetings!

Ranger wishes all the Mothers out there a Happy Mother's Day.

Ranger wants you to know about an upcoming event. He hopes all the kitty owners attend this one, it is a topic very important to him.

My House is Not a Litter Box!

When: Sunday May 22nd
Time: 2 - 3 pm
Location: Prarieland Feeds in Savoy

For more information about this event, read below!

Let us know what you would like to see in future newsletters. We would love to answer your pet questions! Our email address is okawvetstaff@mchsi.com. Our phone number is 253-3221.

Sincerely,

The Okaw Vet Clinic Staff

Events

My House is not a Litter Box!

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Thunderstorm Nightmares No More

The other night, I awoke to a pant, pant, pant right in my face from Butterscotch our beloved lab mix. As usual, he was anxious from the lightening and thunder that was booming outside. I realized that his DAP collar was due for renewal but at 2 am I was not going to go running off to the clinic to get a new one. So, rather than going out in my pj's, I decided to... To continue reading Thunderstorm Nightmares No More click here or on the photo.

My House is Not a Litter Box!

One of the leading complaints from cat owners is when the cat misses the litter box. Cats are so easy to care for because they have their toilet habits conveniently confined to their litter box. Inappropriate elimination is a huge aggravation to the pet owner. There are many reasons why a cat may not use the litter box they were once happy with.

The leading reason is... To continue reading My House is Not a Litter Box click here or on the photo.

Save $5.00

Reduce your cat's stress! (and your's too!)

Decrease spraying, fighting and other naughty behaviors with the help of Feliway spray or plug ins. Save $5.00 on Feliway and Save your Sanity.

Present this coupon at the time of purchase. Coupon valid for purchases at the Okaw Veterinary Clinic only.

Offer Expires: May 31, 2011

Who Gets Fluffy? Re homing a pet after an owner cannot keep their beloved pet

Whenever you have a pet, it is a good idea to at least think about who will take this pet on in the event you are not able to care for it. When elderly people have pets, this is especially important. It is common for older people to have sudden changes in their health necessitating that someone take over the care of this pet.

Adult pets are the most difficult for a shelter or rescue to find a new home for. People want... To continue reading Who Gets Fluffy click here.

10 Things to Know about Worms

In reviewing our website statistics, we found that the most frequently visited page was the article all about worms! Our website has been receiving hits from as far away as China and Russia to read the in-depth article by CVT Rachael Green, found under "pet information" on the Web site. Since there is so much interest in worms, I thought I would cover the top 10 things to know about worms.

1. Most worms are not... To continue reading 10 Things to Know about Worms click here or on the photo.

Take a Bite out of Dog Bites

May 15-21st is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. Here are some tips to help you, your kids, grandkids and pets stay safe.

1. Always ask before... To continue reading Take a Bite out of Dog Bites click here or on the photo.

How You Can Help Wild Baby Animals

In springtime wild critters emerge from their winter hideaways and before you know it, baby animal season is here. When you go out to enjoy the warmer weather, you may hear the peeps of baby birds high up in the trees, or the little chirps of baby rabbits hiding in their nests of grass.