Denver Pet Health Examiner

Flu hits dogs, too - Canine influenza virus is a concern in Colorado

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:52:10 -0700

Think all of the scary icky things are so last month? Think again. People are lining up for their flu shots. Consider one for your dog, too. Dog flu outbreaks have occurred in Denver and other areas of Colorado. Dog flu refers to a specific T...

Pet health insurance part II: why buy pet health insurance?

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 12:34:25 -0700

Related Articles Pet health insurance part I: PurinaCare pet insurance plans In these difficult economic times is pet health insurance an added expense or a well-timed investment? Pet insurance has been around for about twenty-five ...

Pet health insurance part I: PurinaCare pet health insurance plans

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:14:31 -0700

Pet Health Insurance. The continual debate about health insurance in our country easily overwhelms the idea of a pet insurance plan. Many pet owners consider their pets to be members of the family. There is not yet a health insurance plan th...

Free pet collar tag decoration workshop at Denver Public Library

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:52:18 -0700

Photo from Peregrine Blue Dia de los PerrosSaturday 10 October 1-3 p.m.Central Library, Level 1 Fresh City Lounge Do you hate the jingling noise of identification tags on your cat or dog’s collar? Make a stylish tag silencer evocative o...

Make eco-friendly dog grooming products at a free workshop

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 16:23:47 -0700

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Pet health 101: What kind of nail trimmers should I use for my cat?

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 17:11:49 -0700

Photo: WA State University College of Veterinary Medicine Related Articles Pet health 101: How do stop my cat from scratching the furniture?Pet health 101: How do I trim my cats nails? There are various types of cat-nail trimme...

Pet health 101: How do I trim my cat's nails?

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:14:35 -0700

Ashley models his manicured paws Related Articles Pet health 101: How do stop my cat from scratching the furniture?Pet health 101: What kind of nail trimmers should I use for my cat? Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine has a...

PetSmart considers adding at-home services

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 11:52:49 -0700

Company press photoPetSmart, Inc., the largest pet-store chain in the U.S., is determining how to expand its services into your home. The company is still developing ways to deliver the services, which would include dog walking, backyard clean-up,...

Pet health 101: Where can I find an emergency veterinary clinic in Denver?

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 21:26:27 -0700

Captain If you know of another emergency veterinary clinic in the Denver area, please contact me so I can add it to my list!Animal Critical Care & Emergency Services1597 Wadsworth BlvdLakewood, CO 80214-5221303.239.1200Animal ER221 W. Co...

Pet health 101: How do I stop my cat from scratching the furniture?

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:31:57 -0700

Lucius Related articlesPet health 101: How do I trim my cat's nails?Pet health 101: What kind of nail trimmers should I use for my cat?For more information Choosing a scratching postPurrfect Post Felix Katnip Posts Cat world – cat trees m...

Workshop for crafty dog owners at Denver Central Library

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 16:25:15 -0700

Free Range Stock photo Trish Tilly, a DIY crafter and doggy day care owner, is offering workshops at the Denver Central Library. Learn more about Trish and her dogs www.allaboutpaws.org.Dog is my Co-pilot, Saturday 18 July, 1.30-3.30 pmCentral Lib...

Watch dogs for signs of hyperthermia, heat stroke

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 21:20:45 -0700

Captain at the Cherry Creek Dog Park Read more Canine hyperthermia The Pet Center - heat stroke Dogs do not tolerate high temperatures as well as humans. Unfortunately, furry coat jokes aside, people too often fail to notice symptoms...

Don't miss CatFest at Denver Dumb Friend's League

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 22:38:42 -0700

Photo from ddfl.org Cat lovers – don’t miss the Denver Dumb Friends League’s CatFest on Saturday 11 July. From 10am to 3pm you can learn more about cats, meet cats and kittens who are ready for adoption, view a p...

Five puppies cloned from 9/11 rescue dog

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:00:42 -0700

(AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)Scientists in California have cloned a dog – but not just any dog. They produced five puppies from the DNA of Trakr, a dog who helped rescue survivors from the wreckage after terrorist attacks in New York City on Sep...

10 cute cat moments on video

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:46:58 -0700

I hope these cute kitties give you a mid-week smile. My favorites were numbers four and six!

Cat and kitten classes are available at Denver Dumb Friend's League

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 15:01:20 -0700

Kitten Kindergarten and The Cat Behavior Workshop are available at Denver Dumb Friends League. Both classes are held at the 2080 S. Quebec St. location. To register, see below or call 303.751.5772, ext. 7213.Kitten Kindergarten registrationThe...

St. Bernards make a comeback in Switzerland (photo slideshow)

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:35:31 -0700

Take a look at these gorgeous St. Bernards from the Barry Foundation in the south-western Swiss town of Martigny. In 2005 the non-profit Barry Foundation took over the breeding kennel from the Hospice at the Great Saint Bernard mountain pass (2473 me...

Photo slideshow: Chanel, the world's oldest living dog

Wed, 27 May 2009 20:19:19 -0700

Chanel’s owner, Denice Shaughnessy, was a single mom and a soldier when she adopted the dog from a Virgina shelter more than 20 years ago.Chanel might not have gotten her place in Guinness World Records had it not been for Denice’...

"Taped dog" has new home, new name, new life

Wed, 20 May 2009 21:33:56 -0700

Yoshi means “good luck” in Japanese. The name represents more than his breed’s Japanese origins – it represents the second chance that Yoshi (formerly Rex) was given thanks to Amy and Shad.Due to their experience with t...

Rebecca Blackbyrd, animal communicator - Part two

Tue, 19 May 2009 21:16:01 -0700

Insert photo caption or credit here Rebecca Blackbyrd, animal communicator - Part one Rebecca Blackbyrd, animal communicator, took the time to elucidate her process of talking with animals. In part one she explained her process. In part two she d...