Spotlights
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Spotlight Dogs: Canine Influenza
Canine Influenza: The Dog Flu What is canine influenza? The H3N8 equine influenza virus has been recognized in horses for more than 40 years. In 2004, the H3N8 influenza virus or “flu” appears to have….
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Spotlight Snakes: Housing your pet snake
What type of cage does my snake require? You should try to provide the biggest cage possible. The type of cage you set up must be appropriate for the specific needs of the different species…..
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Spotlight Birds: Bathing Birds
Bathing Birds Does my bird need a bath? Bathing is very important to the proper preening or maintenance of feathers. All birds do it and most really enjoy the experience. In the wild, a bird….
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Saint Francis is title sponsor for Rollins Family Foundation event
Saint Francis Veterinary Center was a title sponsor for the Jimmy Rollins Family Foundation event “A Night in Paris” supporting the organization Prevent Child Abuse, PA. Saint Francis was represented by its Chairman, Dr. Mark….
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Spotlight Cats: Behavior Problems – Obesity & Behavior
Cat Behavior Problems – Obesity and Behaviour My cat is overweight, and I have tried putting him on different diets from the veterinarian but without success. Is there anything else I can do to help….
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National Adopt a Senior Pet Month: Aging Dogs
Behavior Changes and Pain in Aging Dogs As dogs age, we generally see changes in their behavior. The playful ball-chasing and constant running around that we associate with puppies gives way to adult dogs napping….
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Spotlight Cats: Senior Care
Senior Cat Care – Special Considerations for Cats There are now more pet cats than dogs in the North America. Improved nutrition, prevention of infectious disease and advances in veterinary medical care have resulted in….
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Spotlight Dogs: Senior Care
Senior Dog Care – Special Considerations for Dogs Dogs older than seven years of age are considered senior pets. Senior dogs are in the stage of life in which the aging process is beginning to….
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ALERT: Tips for pets after Hurricane Sandy
Pet Safety Following Hurricane Sandy (Woolwich Township, NJ) – The period immediately following a major storm is hazardous both to people and their pets. Saint Francis Veterinary issues the following information to help guide pet….
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Spotlight Chinchillas: Owning a Chinchilla
Chinchillas – Owning General Information Chinchillas can make fun, enjoyable pets. The chinchilla is a rodent closely related to the guinea pig. They originated from South America where they live in the Andes Mountains. In….