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Are you and your pet ready for Thanksgiving? We know several Douglas County residents and pets will have a happier Thanksgiving thanks to everyone who dropped off people and pet food. We hope you and your pet have a Happy Thanksgiving too.
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
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People and Pet Food Drive
Several Douglas County residents and pets will have a happier Thanksgiving this year, thanks to everyone who donated food. We collected over 230 pounds of people and pet food! The food will be donated to SAM Food Pantry. SAM Food Pantry is open on Wednesdays and Fridays. Check out their website or call 253-4232 for more information.
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Are Vaccines Safe for my Pet?
 Vaccinations for pets has been a standard of care for quite a while. In more recent years, there has been various pet articles and opinions questioning the need for vaccinations as well as the risk of vaccines. There are now some investigations in veterinary medicine into...
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Socialization Before Obedience in Puppies
 Puppies need to learn a lot about living in a home and much of it does not involve obedience. This may sound crazy but please, let me explain. Puppies who later grow up to be dogs, need to calm and accustomed to riding in a car, walking on a leash, playing in a backyard and ignoring people, bicycles and other dogs walking by, meeting strangers, hearing thunderstorms or loud noises, loud TV set, yelling people, active children and the list goes on. Being calm around these things is taught...
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Stop the Turkey Trots - Go Easy on the Thanksgiving Food
 We love our pets and want to involve them in our every day lives.Thanksgiving is a day filled with family and lots of yummy food. You want to include your dog or cat in the celebration. But resist the temptation to give your dog or cat too many goodies during the holiday.
Turkey, chicken and other bird bones can...
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Dr. Sally J. Foote
I graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, Class of 1984 after 2 years of undergraduate study at Purdue University. In January of 1989 the practice moved to it's present location at 140 W. Sale Street after purchasing it from retiring veterinarian Dr. Robert Smith. Previously I had...
Dr. Kathleen Whelan Dr. Kathleen Whelan is a 2013 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She has a bachelors of Science degree from DePaul University Chicago with a minor in communication. Dr. Whelan found her passion for veterinary medicine through the rehab therapy her own pet Sweet Pea was experiencing. Learning how to...
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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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Calendar
Pet Crafts
Make a toy or bed for your pet! Crafts are easy for kids & adults. We will provide fabric, stuffing and other supplies. You can bring your own fabric or pattern. We will be at the Jarman Center dining room in Tuscola on
Sunday, Dec 6th from 2 - 4 pm. There is no fee for this craft event.
Pet Craft Event - Hands 4 Paws event
Pictures with Santa for pets & kids on Saturday December 5th from 9 am - 2 pm. Santa will be at
Jarman Center Summer Camp room off Parke St)
Cost: $5 per photo
You can also purchase raffle tickets to have a chance to win a dog and a cat basket. Tickets $1 each or 6 for $5. Call 508-8489 to set up your appointment. Visit their website for more info.
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