LifeLearn News
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Apr 27 2017
April 29th Marks 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 20 2017
April 26th is International Guide Dogs Day
The History of Guide Dogs The story of dogs being used as service animals begins in Pompeii in 79 AD. Excavations have revealed a wall-painting of a dog leading a…
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Apr 13 2017
Dog Bite Prevention Week
April 9-15th marks Dog Bite Prevention Week. Millions of friendly dogs, and yet millions of people get bitten by dogs each year. Why? Dogs love attention and love being petted…
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Apr 06 2017
April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month – Be Prepared!
When an emergency strikes, many people know some basic first aid to assist family members, but are you prepared to help your furry friend if your pet has an emergency?…
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Mar 30 2017
Identifying your Pet – Microchipping and Tagging
Everyday cats and dogs wander away from home, or get loose. Animal shelters are tasked with finding and reuniting these pets with their owners. Only a small number of pets…
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Mar 23 2017
Puppy Proofing your Home!
March 23rd is National Puppy Day! Any time of the year is a great time to bring a puppy into your home, but spring and fall are popular times of…
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Mar 16 2017
Poison Prevention Week
Poison Prevention Week is next week (March 19-25), so why not spend some time this weekend making sure that your home, garden, and shed is safe for your pet. Many…
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Mar 09 2017
Celebrate Professional Pet Sitters Week – March 5-11!
This week marks Professional Pet Sitters Week, so it’s time to celebrate and learn about those devoted folks who step in and care for your beloved pets while you vacation…
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Mar 02 2017
Pets and Houseplants
Many of us enjoy having houseplants to bring life to our homes. However, many common houseplants are toxic to our furry and feathered friends. It is a good idea to…
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Feb 23 2017
Love Your Pet Day
We celebrate Valentine’s Day in February to express our love to our human companions, but did you know there is a special day to celebrate the love for your pet?…