LifeLearn News
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Apr 04 2019
April is Heartworm Awareness Month
As the snow melts, temperatures rise, and we see our neighbors outside again, we will soon see the mosquitoes too. While mosquitoes may seem to be nothing more than an…
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Mar 28 2019
Ferrets and Rats!
Ferrets and rats are sometimes feared and often misunderstood. With April 2nd dedicated as Ferret Day and April 4th as Rat Day, now is a great time to learn a…
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Mar 21 2019
March is Adopt a Guinea Pig Month!
It is well known that cats and dogs arrive at animal shelters or rescue organizations for one reason or another. Small mammals, such as guinea pigs, are surrendered to shelters…
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Mar 14 2019
Pet Poison Prevention Week
While the possibility of your pet being poisoned in your home may seem unlikely, the reality is poisoning happens much more often than you would think. Preventing pet poisoning can…
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Mar 07 2019
March is Tick Awareness Month
After a long hard winter and spring finally on the horizon, we are coming out of “hibernation” and beginning to make summer plans! But, as the temperature warms and the…
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Feb 28 2019
Mini-Pigs
Not only is 2019 the Year of the Pig, March 1st marks Pig Day! Mini-pigs – also known as teacup, micro, and pocket pigs – are gaining popularity as family…
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Feb 21 2019
Invasive Species Awareness Day
The week of February 25 to March 1 marks Invasive Species Awareness Week. While invasive species may not come to mind while looking at your meowing cat or barking dog,…
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Feb 14 2019
Love Your Pet Day
February 20th is Love your Pet Day! Most of us celebrate our pets everyday of the year, but with busy schedules, sometimes we need a reminder to remember the special…
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Feb 07 2019
February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month
Not just dogs and cats need forever homes. Rabbits do too, and can often be found in animal shelters and rescues. Rabbits can make great pets and companions, but as…
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Jan 31 2019
February is Dental Month!
Most of us don’t think twice about brushing our teeth a couple of times a day or going to the dentist for a check-up and cleaning every six months or…