7 Tips for a Happy Howl-o-ween

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7 Tips for a Happy Howl-o-ween

Greetings!

Halloween Ranger Hello Peoples. It's me Ranger. Yeah! Don't you love my Halloween costume. It has a little skull and cross bones on it. I can't wait for halloween. Check out the some safety tips below to keep your cat and dog safe during the festivities.

Guess what! I have a Facebook page. The girls finally let me sign up. They said they would put my pretty modeling pictures on it. I can't move the mouse very well, so they did it for me. But I do all the comments. I can type, I'm and educated kitty. Did you see my graduation pictures? If not, go on my page to see them. Here is a link to ME! Enjoy

Sincerely,

Ranger and The Okaw Vet Clinic Staff

Events

Food Drive

Bring non-perishable food (not pet food) to our office and help animals! For every 5 pounds of people food we receive, we will donate $1 to the Helping Animals in Need Fund. You can bring your food through Oct 7th. Drop off your donation at our clinic during these times: Mon & Fri 8 am - 7 pm, Tues & Wed 8 am - 5 pm and Sat 8 am - 3 pm.

We have 118.3 pounds so far!

Pet Fair Extravaganza

Come to the Pet Fair Extravaganza and get some free goodies, learn about pet behavior and enter to win a dog or cat toy! Dr. Foote will be at Pairieland Feeds in Savoy on Saturday Oct 8th from 9 am - 4 pm and Sunday Oct 9th from 11 am - 4 pm.

Do you have questions about your pet's behavior? Dr. Foote will have a booth and you can drop your question into the "Ask the Vet" box. We will post the answers on our website and send you an email. You can also sign up for the drawing to win a dog or cat toy.

Bring this note in and wish Debbie a Happy Birthday at Dr. Foote's booth and get your pet product coupon! It's a surprise!!!

Client Appreciation Day

Thank you for entrusting us with your pet's care. To show our apprecation, we are having a special day just for you. Come to our clinic on Saturday October 22nd from 1 - 3 pm for some yummy treats. We will be having snacks and beverages. Dogs and cats are welcome to attend. We will have special treats for them.

Pet Memorial - Hands 4 Paws Event

Bring a photo of your beloved pet who has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. Your photo will be displayed and then returned to you. Reminisce about your pet/pets. Area veterinarians will be there to talk about pets who grieve and your own grief. They will be holding the event on Sunday November 6th from 2 to 3:30 pm in the dining room at Jarman Center in Tuscola. If you have questions, please email hands4pawsinc@yahoo.com or call 253-3221 or visit their website.

Pet Obesity Awareness Day

Otto has started his diet and has already lost over 5 pounds. Help us celebrate by bringing your pet in between October 15th through November 15th. Your pet will receive a complemetary weight check, body condition score and a weight consultation. Your pet will also receive a free gift! Check out Otto's story by clicking on his picture.

Feline Friendly Vet Exams

The word is out - cats outnumber dogs as pets in the home. Yes, there are more cats as pets in the USA than dogs. 81.7 million cats to 72 million dogs according to the CATalyst council to be exact. Despite this, veterinarians are seeing fewer cats for regular care compared to dogs. Various surveys have listed the reasons and I am going to focus on one - many cats hate going to the veterinarian. Surprise!!! Are you surprised? I am not. The typical veterinary process is not... [Read More]

Local Cats Sick with Tularemia

The News Gazette had an article last week about cats in Savoy with Tularemia, a serious infectious disease that can affect pets, wildlife and people. Check out the article here. So, what does this mean for our pets here in Douglas county? [Read More]

How far is Too far to Walk

After the home coming parade last Friday, someone asked about how Butterscotch did after the walk. Was he used to walking that far (He is. He walks that far twice daily). The next question was how far was too far to walk an old dog. No one wants to over work their pet, especially an older one. How does one know what is a good amount of exercise but not too much to cause harm?

The answer will depend on... [Read More]

Healthy Pets are Happy Pets

Keeping your dog or cat healthy is an important way to keep them happy and help them have a long and full life. How do you keep your pet healthy? Take them to see their vet, keep them on flea and heartworm prevention, keep them at a normal weight and... [Read More]

7 Tips for a Happy

Howl-o-ween

Keep candles out of your pet's reach. Your pet may be burned by the candle. Dogs and cats can also knock over the candle and may start a fire.
Keep fake cobwebs out of your pet's reach. Dogs and cats may... [Read More]

Meet the Techs

October 9 - 15 is National Veterinary Technician Week. Stop in and say "Hi" to our techs! We are celebrating it here by telling you a little bit about what a technician does and a little bit about our technicians. To become a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), you must go through a Vet Tech course at a college and then pass a certification test to be licensed in your state. Parkland College has a Veterinary Technology course. Most tech courses are... [Read More]

About Okaw Veterinary Clinic

Thank you for reading our newsletter. We strive to make our pet parents informed about pet healthcare. If you have any concerns or questions, please let us know.

Please 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.

140 W. Sale St.
Tuscola, Illinois 61953
Okaw Veterinary Clinic
217-253-3221
okawvetstaff@mchsi.com

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In This Issue

Events

Pet obesity awareness

Feline friendly vet exams

Local cats sick with tularemia

How far is Too far to Walk

Healthy pets are happy pets

7 tips for a happy howl-o-ween

Quick Links

Calendar

Pet Fair Extravaganza

Do you have questions about your pet's behavior? Why dogs or cats act the way they do? Come to Pairieland Feeds in Savoy on Oct 8 from 9 am - 4 pm and Oct 9 from 11 am - 4 pm. Dr. Foote will have a booth and you can drop your question into the "Ask the Vet" box. We will post the answers on our website and send you an email. You can also sign up for the drawing to win a dog or cat toy.

Fur Ball - Champaign County Humane Society fundraiser

The CCHS's Fur Ball will be held on Oct 21 at the i-Hotel & Conference Center. Cocktails and Silent Auction starts at 6:00 pm. Dinner will be served at 7:15 pm. The live auction will start at 8:15 pm. Tickets are $80. Click here for more information.

Pet U Classes

Learn about various pet related topics during these classes co-sponsored by the CARE Center. Classes

are held at the U of I Small Animal Clinic, check in is at 6 pm. Classes are from 6:30 - 8 pm. Each class is $8 per person if you register by the early registration date. If you register after that date, the fee is $13. For more

- Caring for Your Aging Pet
Veterinarian Thomas K. Graves will discuss the aging process in dogs and cats, common medical disorders of senior pets, and strategies for keeping your pet healthy for as many years as possible. This class will be held on Monday, Oct 11th. The early registration date is Wednesday, Sept 29th.

- Selecting the Right Pet for You

Thinking of adding a dog, cat, or small animal to your family? Discover which type(s) of animal companions best suit your lifestyle and budget. Dogs will receive the most attention given their popularity and great variability, but cats and non-traditional pets will also be explored. You will have the opportunity to complete a lifestyle survey and ask questions regarding your specific needs. This class will be held on Monday, Nov 8th. The early registration date is Wednesday, Oct 10th.

Hands 4 Paws Pet Grief Seminar

Click on "Like" to be a friend. Answer our Question of the Week.

Your pet's photo will be featured on our Facebook page and will have a special page on our website for a week if you have the best answer.

Remind My Pet

Sign up for this free service to get reminders of when your pet is due for their heartworm, flea or other medication. You can have the reminder sent as an email or text message.

Go to www.remindmypet.com and sign up.