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Have you and your pet been enjoying the warmer weather? Ranger and Mercy are enjoying the open windows. Ranger even got to go outside on a walk.  

   

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.
   
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The Okaw Vet Clinic Staff

 

Why Can't we be Friends?

 

Do your pets growl or hiss at each other? 
Do your pets avoid each other? 
Do your pets fight over toys or treats?

Learn ways to help your pets get along. Hear ways to prevent problems between your pets.

Learn how to introduce a new pet into your home.

Dr. Foote will be presenting this topic at Prairieland Feeds in Savoy on May 5th from 2 - 3 pm.

This seminar is for humans only. Please leave your pets at home.

 

There is no fee for the seminars.


 

Dr. Foote's Appearance on Radio Pet Lady

  

Dr. Foote talk about cat behavior and care. Listen to the show here.

The host is sending Ranger and Mercy a new toy.
 

 


 
Treats are Not Bribes - Especially at the Vet Office

 

If you have ever brought your pet to my clinic, you know that every single staff member  will try lots of ways to help your pet be less upset during the visit. Over the years we have become very creative using towels, treats, happy voices and even taking off our white coats to make the visit less stressful. While this may seem like a lot more work at first, it... [Read More] 

 
Top 10 Ways to keep Children and Pets Safe Together

 

Children and pets can grow up together and have a great relationship. Teaching kids to learn how to properly greet a dog or cat and when to step in as a parent and avoid risks is essential for a good experience. Too often adults trust the dog or cat will just tolerate excessive... [Read More] 

 
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.
But, wait!... [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.

We take CareCredit! Check out how they can help you pay for your pet's health care. You can use CareCredit for your health care too!



Okaw Veterinary Clinic
140 W. Sale St.
Tuscola, IL  61953
217-253-3221 

 

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In This Issue
Dr. Foote's appearance on Radio Pet Lady
Treats are not bribes
Top 10 ways to keep children & pets safe together
How you can help wild baby animals
  
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Why Can't We be Friends?

 

Do your pets growl or hiss at each other? 
Do your pets avoid each other? 
Do your pets fight over toys or treats?

Learn ways to help your pets get along. Hear ways to prevent problems between your pets.

Learn how to introduce a new pet into your home.

Dr. Foote will be presenting this topic at Prairieland Feeds in Savoy on May 5th from 2 - 3 pm.

This seminar is for humans only. Please leave your pets at home.
There is no fee for the seminars.

 

  

The Big Boom

   

Does your pet:

- get nervous or pant before or during storms? 
- shake and drool before or during storms? 
- try to hide or run away from noises and fireworks? 
- pace or seem restless during storms, loud noises and fireworks? 
- whine during storms, loud noises or fireworks? 
- stays close to you during storms, loud noises or fireworks?

Learn ways to help your pet be less afraid of storms, loud noises and fireworks. There are other options than just sedating them! DAP, special music, training and many other treatments are available for pets who are afraid.

Dr. Foote will be presenting this topic at Prairieland Feeds in Savoy on June 23rd from 2 - 3 pm.

This seminar is for humans only. Please leave your pets at home. There is no fee for the seminars.     

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