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How do you get your dog to take a pill? Place the pills in his cookie jar. They will absorb the flavor into the pill and your dog won't refuse to take his medication next time.
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals offers free answers to pet-care questions. Call the ASPCA Ani-Med Pet Care Information Line at 610 254-7900 and enter one of the three-digit codes below for information.
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Choosing the right dog
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DOES YOUR DOG HAVE A MICROCHIP?
If your dog gets lost and either has no collar or has lost its collar, how will you get your dog back? If he is found, the finder won't know who he belongs to.
If you have a microchip implanted in your dog, there is a much greater chance that your dog will return home. Most shelters scan every stray dog they receive for a microchip. Most vets now have a microchip scanner too.
Next time you take you dog to the vet, ask about having a microchip implanted. At about the size of a grain of rice, it only takes a few minutes, and there is no discomfort to your dog. Request a microchip that can be read by all scanners. The microchip is completely harmless and only transmits it's unique ID number when scanned. This number is compared to a national database to locate your name and telephone number(s).
Some people don't have this done because they believe it is too expensive. Most vets charge between $45 and $60. You can ask your vet to recommend a special clinic where you might get the microchip for less. It could be a wonderful investment. How much grief would your family suffer if your pet was lost and never found?
Animal Poison Control Center - 888-4-ANI-HELP (888 426-4435) a unique, emergency hotline providing 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-a-week telephone assistance to veterinarians and animal owners. The Center's hotline veterinarians can quickly answer questions about toxic substances found in our everyday surroundings that can be dangerous to animals. There is a $45 consultation fee paid by the animal owner, veterinarian or product manufacturer.
Pet RX.com Pet Pharmacy. Get your pet's prescriptions & supplies for less!
Shirley's Wellness Cafe Alternative-medicine information for Cancer in pets
Veterinary Pet Insurance Healthcare coverage for your pet.
For more information on health care, refer to the Heath Care section on the Articles and Forms page
