About.com Veterinary MedicineGet the latest headlines from the About.com Veterinary Medicine GuideSite.Becoming a Vet Tech... General Questions- August 14, 2008 GOLDIELOVER asks: "I am an 18 year old girl, who is looking to become a Veterinary technician. I am planning on going to a local county college to get an...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/14/becoming-a-vet-tech-general-questions.htm Aging Pets - Separating Myths From Facts- August 13, 2008 Being aware of the changes age brings will help owners prepare for optimal pet health in the senior years. This week I highlight a couple of forum post questions (see...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/13/aging-pets-separating-myths-from-facts.htm Why Does My Dog (or Cat) Eat Grass- August 12, 2008 Why do pets eat grass It may be normal, some pets seem to like the taste of grass. They not be feeling well and eat grass to vomit. Or they...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/12/why-does-my-dog-or-cat-eat-grass-3.htm Dog Bad Breath - It Came Back!- August 11, 2008 From the VetMed forum - 634SUBMAN asks: "Help! Our baby is 3 years old. a 4.5 pound Yorkie terrier. We just had her teeth cleaned, and about a week later...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/11/dog-bad-breath-it-came-back.htm Hot Feet: Protect Your Dog's Feet This Summer- August 8, 2008 Dog's feet and pads are tough, right Most people are aware that foot pads can be injured by stepping on something sharp, but what about something hot Thankfully, most dogs...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/08/hot-feet-protect-your-dogs-feet-this-summer.htm Ways to Save Money on Pet Care and Vet Bills- August 7, 2008 Pets not only require our time and attention, they require our money, too. Food, vaccinations, and veterinary medical care all add up. In today's tough economy, people are rethinking their...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/07/ways-to-save-money-on-pet-care-and-vet-bills.htm What is Your Guinea Pig Saying- August 6, 2008 Most guinea pig owners are pretty familiar with the "wheeking" that guinea pigs do when they are expecting a tasty food treat, but there are lots of other things...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/06/what-is-your-guinea-pig-saying.htm Cat Kidney Failure - Urinary Issues- August 5, 2008 JAKEPATCH asks: "I have a 9 year old sweet cat that has kidney disease, mild. Recently he has been skipping the litter box, and peeing on anything. No one...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/05/cat-kidney-failure-urinary-issues.htm Rabies in the News... Again- August 4, 2008 Rabies is a nearly-always-fatal virus that attacks the nervous system of animals and people. Contrary to what many think, Rabies is still a human health risk. As people are outdoors...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/04/rabies-in-the-news-again.htm Why Does My Dog Still Stink After A Bath- August 1, 2008 A viewer asks: "What would continue to cause him to smell and why, after getting bathed weekly, does he get furniture dirty if he only goes outside for short periods...http://vetmedicine.about.com/b/2008/08/01/why-does-my-dog-still-stink-after-a-bath.htm |