LifeLearn News
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May 14 2020
Telemedicine
Veterinary telemedicine has gained a lot of attention during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the pandemic continues to change the way we go about our daily lives, certain areas of Canada…
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May 07 2020
Pet Disaster Preparedness Day
As we grapple with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we must also remain mindful about other emergency situations that could occur over the next few months. Floods, wildfires, tornadoes, and hurricanes…
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Apr 30 2020
Avoiding Emergency Trips to the Veterinarian During COVID-19
COVID-19 has temporarily changed our lives. Things we took we granted, such as running out to grab a few things at the grocery store, heading out after work to socialize…
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Apr 23 2020
World Veterinary Day
In April 1863, Professor John Gamgee initiated a meeting of veterinarians and professors of veterinary medicine from all over Europe. This conference attracted 103 veterinary professionals from 10 countries. Professor…
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Apr 16 2020
Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month
As we transition from winter to spring and summer—and since April is Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month—it’s a good time to talk about ticks and tick-borne diseases. As the…
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Apr 08 2020
April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month
Basic first aid is something we should all have basic knowledge of—whether it be for the furry members of our family or the two-legged people we share our homes with!…
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Apr 02 2020
Heartworm Awareness Month and COVID-19
As the new realities of the COVID-19 pandemic set in, it’s important to keep certain routines in place with our pets: walks and exercise, playtimes, grooming (including teeth brushing!), feeding…
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Mar 24 2020
Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers During COVID-19
By now, we’ve all heard of COVID-19, a respiratory disease initially discovered in late 2019. COVID-19 is spread from person to person in several ways, but because we have only…
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Mar 19 2020
COVID-19 and Your Supplies for Your Pet
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization characterized COVID-19 as a pandemic. Many parts of the world are practicing social distancing as a means to help slow the spread…
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Mar 16 2020
Social Distancing and Your Pet During COVID-19
The World Health Organization has declared the COVID-19 a pandemic. Much of the population in North America, and many other parts of the world, are practicing social distancing to help…