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Are Ferrets Illegal in the US?
December 16, 2020What are small, furry, and known to be one of the most controversial pets across the country? You guessed it, ferrets!
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Spring has sprung!
March 26, 2020Not only do we receive a ton of baby squirrels during this time of year, but there tends to be an abundance of all types of babies during the spring!
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Exotic Pet Tales: The Pollinator Problem & Saving the Bees (and the Birds!)
August 2, 2019I will not pretend to have all the answers regarding this controversial decision, but I will put forth what information I have and discuss other issues facing pollinators with the goal to increase knowledge, increase awareness, and let you know what you can do to help.
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Squirrel Appreciation Day
January 18, 2019There are more than 200 squirrel species worldwide, from tree squirrels, and flying squirrels to chipmunks and marmots. They are all in the Sciuridae family, which is native to every continent except Australia and Antarctica.
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Urban Coyotes: Keeping Our Pets Safe and Coexisting with Coyotes
January 15, 2019Urban coyote attacks on our beloved pets are increasing. Here's prevention tips and what to do if your pet is attacked.
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Opossums: Both Beneficial and Harmless
November 20, 2018Even though opossums appear to be scary or ‘rabid’ if they are cornered or threatened, they are harmless. According to the National Wildlife Federation, it’s estimated that a single opossum could be responsible for eating up to 5,000 ticks in a single season!
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My Wild Adventure: Hands on Veterinary Experience in South Africa
August 2, 2018The experience of a lifetime: if you are looking to gain valuable hands on veterinary experience while traveling to an exotic country and learning about other cultures and societies, this is your opportunity!
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I Found a Baby Bird or Bunny: Now What?
June 6, 2018It’s that time of year again, the weather is warmer and the trees are blooming. It’s also the time of year where we encounter young wildlife.
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Porcupines and Canine Curiosity: A Terrible Combination
May 9, 2017Don't let your dog learn the porcupine lesson the hard way.
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Wild for Wildlife
February 24, 2017Sick, injured or abandoned wildlife often finds its way to Pet Emergency Center, usually by good Samaritans.
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Lyme Disease: Prevention
July 15, 2015In our discussions about Lyme disease, there have been multiple potentially controversial or confusing areas. So we thought it would be a good idea to summarize the current recommendations that we follow.
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