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NYS Announces $10M for Animal Shelters: A Concrete Win for Animal Welfare New York just opened a fresh $10 million round of funding to renovate and expand animal shelters statewide; the eighth cycle of the Companion Animal Capital Fund. From our vantage point in NYC, stronger facilities mean safer housing, better infection control, and smoother…
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Vaccinating your cat is one of the simplest and most effective ways to keep them healthy and protect them from serious diseases. Beyond just safeguarding your feline friend, vaccinations also contribute to public health by preventing the spread of illnesses like rabies. For New York cat owners, understanding the costs and options for vaccinations can…
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When your furry friend is limping or in visible discomfort, it’s heartbreaking to think they might need surgery to fix a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL), the canine equivalent of an ACL in humans. The cost of surgery can be a big concern for pet parents in New York, where expenses tend to run higher…
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Accurate diagnostics are crucial in veterinary care, especially when it comes to identifying the root cause of a pet’s health issues. Among the most common diagnostic tools for dogs are X-rays and ultrasounds. Each has its strengths and limitations, so making the choice between them is an important decision for pet owners. Of course, at…
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Dogs love swimming, but a blue-green algae overgrowth can impact their health. Carroll Gardens gets hot and sticky this time of year, leaving residents and their dogs searching for the nearest body of water to emerge themselves in! Swimming is a great way to help your furry best friend beat the heat, so it’s important…
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Winter can be brutal on our dogs’ coat — read about the best natural remedies to keep them healthy and itch-free. Just like humans, dogs can suffer from dry, parched coats in addition to flaky patches and cracked pads during the winter months. And while most of these issues can be handled at home, it…
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If you love to run and are active outdoors, there are breeds who make the perfect companions! We’re heading into the new year, which means only one thing — New Year’s resolutions! Perhaps you’re planning on upping your weekly running mileage or have the grand aspiration to hike a fourteener — whatever your goals,…
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When people are thinking of getting a dog they often want a puppy reminiscent of the dog they grew up with. The nostalgia for the protective German Shepard or the Rhodesian Ridgeback they can take on every outdoor adventure, has them searching for a breeder in their area. But, what about the senior dogs in…
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Support your dog’s health with collagen! We know that collagen is a wonderful component to get in our diets, as it supports hair, skin, nail, joint, and bone health — but how does collagen affect our dogs? Dogs can greatly benefit from the inclusion of collagen in their diets for optimal health and wellness!…
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What does a food allergy or food sensitivity look like in dogs? The wave of gluten allergies and dairy intolerances are nothing new in humans, but can dogs have food allergies? You may notice something is a little off with your furry friend — maybe they have irritated skin or are constantly itching it,…
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