PRESS RELEASE/FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
I am sending this press release on behalf of the Homeless Cat Management Team If the press release is too long, please publish the schedule. Not Just for Ferals, HCMT Hosts 13 Free and Low-cost Spay/Neuter Clinics Through June 2023 Inflation has not affected the cost of a cat spay or neuter for feral and […]
Safety With Cats in Art and Craft
“No art project can begin until someone tastes the paint water.” With any species of pet in the house it’s a good idea to avoid toxins in common household products, but we don’t often consider other products we use in that assessment including items in our home employment or hobbies. Paints, finishes, adhesives, residue from […]
Kids & Dogs – Good Sense Tips
We all know the great relationships that people form with their dogs, and many had their start when we were just kids. Doesn’t everyone have a memory of their first dog, playing in the yard together or sneaking them into bed? Watching TV on the floor, trying to feed vegetables under the table or long […]
Unraveling Avian Nutrition
By Edward R. Moats What are the best nutrient dense foods that I should feed my bird? A question that sparks much controversy in the Avian world. “Feed this.”, “ Don't feed that.” It can confuse any pet parent searching for the best foods to feed their companion. In this article, I will discuss this […]
The Rider’s Seat
Riders communicate to the horse via three aids, the seat (pelvis and buttocks) the legs and the hands! The rider’s seat should envelop the horse’s back like an upside down U and allow the horse to move through the seat. A rider’s neutral seat learns to go with the movements of the horses and […]
Behavior and Mechanical Dog Training
Training the mind of a dog, and his body position are equally important. Training should always be fun, think about how little people learn. Why would a dog that has the cognitive ability as that of a 2-3-year-old toddler not learn the same way? After all they are both mammals, just different species. If one […]
Who Cares
An Introduction into Conservation For many of us involved in aquarium societies, BAP, or Breeder’s Awards Program; is well-known for encouraging the proliferation of aquarium species to share with other hobbyists in our communities. However, many may not be familiar with an international program that encourages the participation of local aquarium clubs and their members. […]
Avoid Getting Tricked by Your Treats: Minimizing Canine Holiday Related Toxin Risks
By Christina Genareo, DVM The holiday season brings with it many joys, but the veterinary emergency room often, unfortunately, sees an increase in toxicity related cases during most holidays, including during celebrations of Halloween. Severity of clinical signs following toxin ingestion can vary greatly depending on the type of toxin ingested and dose ingested. As […]
FIX’UR CAT an Oasis of Hope for Washington County Felines
They are voiceless, defenseless, and homeless. They live on the streets in low-income neighborhoods, and in trailer parks, and a few lucky ones find a farm with a caretaker willing to care for them. Their numbers are staggering. They are the homeless felines of Washington County. Most lack access to adequate food and shelter reproducing […]
Fighting FIP: Collaborative Efforts and Cured Cats
Becky L. Morrow, DVM, MS, CAWA Echo was a tiny black kitten that was about to walk into traffic while I was traveling southbound on Route 28. I quickly pulled over and wondered how I was going to catch the little thing. Amazingly, she ran right to me and started purring. For months, Echo was […]