Archive for the ‘Pets’ Category
Survey launched for women vets
The American Legion has launched a two-month worldwide online survey, which will remain online until early March, to find out why only 25 percent of women are currently using the VA healthcare system. ProSidian Consulting, in Charlotte, N.C., specializing in strategic business issues, will conduct the survey. Survey questions will cover ten aspects of health-care [...]
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The Human-Animal bond
By Dr. Ohad Barnea Watching the human-animal bond is what I love most about my work as a veterinarian. Cleo is a seven-year old stray cat, who was recently adopted by Signey after showing up at Signey’s door. Cleo came to my office with absolutely no medical history. Upon examination, I was unable to tell [...]
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Lyme Vaccine: vaccinate but do not stop there
Over the years, Lyme vaccine has become better and much safer. With the introduction of the annual 4DX blood test, which includes heartworm, Lyme, and other tick-transmitted diseases, I have learned to appreciate how prevalent the disease is in Bergen County. If your pet is at risk (there are deer within 2 miles of where [...]
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Cats: dry food vs. canned food
By: Dr. Ohad Barnear Why I recommend only canned food for cats. Of the top 10 reasons why cats are brought to their veterinarian, urinary track infection is number one and chronic renal failure is number three (based on data taken from medical claims submitted to veterinary pet insurance in 2007). I have been recommending [...]
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Changing your pet’s diet can better its health
After practicing for over 18 years, I find myself prescribing one item more than others — prescription foods, sold only through veterinarians. I often stand in front of a huge food rack in my office and wonder: how come we have so many types of prescription diets, addressing so many medical conditions, such as kidney [...]
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Cats, Kidneys, and the importance of a urine sample
Twinkle is a ten-year-old feline patient of mine. Although she comes annually for her regular exam, I am not really her “cup of tea.” As I try to convince her to come out of her carrier, she does her best to convince me to leave her alone. She hisses and scratches and she gives the [...]
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All pets welcome at Meadowlands pet expo
Attendees are invited to bring their well-behaved pets to the Meadowlands Pet Expo Saturday, Nov. 20 and Sunday, Nov. 21 to the Meadowlands Pet Expo Center at Harmon Meadows in Secaucus. Things to do at the expo include: Shop for great products, have your pet’s photo taken for the holidays, see if your pet is [...]
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“I am happy for him:” the story of q
I have known Mr. D. since 1995. His home was next to my practice. One day, Mr. D’s house-guest parked his car in my office’s parking lot and hit my car by mistake. Mr. D. immediately came over to my practice to “smooth things out,” and I took a liking to him from that moment [...]
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Doggie Q & A: What is the AKC STAR PUPPY Program?
Q. Dear Connie, I would like to enroll my puppy in your obedience training and wonder if you offer the Star puppy program I heard about? I want my puppy to be a great family and community member! Thanks, Jennifer C., Lyndhurst NJ A. Dear Jennifer, Yes, I do offer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program! [...]
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Cats, Kidneys, and the importance of a urine sample
By: Dr. Ohad Barnea, www.njvet.com Twinkle is a ten-year-old feline patient of mine. Although she comes annually for her regular exam, I am not really her “cup of tea.” As I try to convince her to come out of her carrier, she does her best to convince me to leave her alone. She hisses and [...]
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