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Boarding Services: Choosing the Right One

I travel a lot, and the idea of leaving my pets alone for long periods of time is unacceptable. When I have to go on a business trip, I board them at a facility operated as part of the veterinary clinic. This approach makes me happy and also keeps my dogs from getting lonely. There are certain things you want to look for when choosing a boarding facility. Will the pets have attention from humans? Is there a place for the dogs to run and play a little? What about special needs like taking medicine or only being fed a certain type of food? If you are planning on going out of town and need to board your pet, let me tell you what the facility must provide. With a little research, you can find a place that will ensure your pet is safe and healthy while you are away.

2015

4 Things Rabbit Owners Need To Know About Bladder Stones
Bladder stones are a common problem for pet rabbits. Here are four things that rabbit owners need to know about this painful problem. What causes bladder stones? Bladder stones occur when mineral deposits form in the urinary tract. These mineral deposits can form for many different reasons. Here are some of the possible causes of bladder stones in rabbits. Not eating a well-balanced diet, such as a diet with an imbalanced ratio of calcium and phosphorus; A genetic pre-disposition to bladder stones; Infections in the urinary tract; Not drinking enough water, which means that minerals are more concentrated in the urine and can clump together in the bladder; Diseases such as metabolic disorders.

3 Things Rabbit Owners Need To Know About G.I. Stasis
Gastrointestinal stasis, also called G.I. stasis, is a serious problem for rabbits. It means that food isn't moving through the digestive system like it's supposed to. Here are three things you need to know about G.I. stasis in rabbits. What causes it? G.I. stasis can have many different causes. It may occur as a result of an improper diet, such as a diet low in fiber. G.I. stasis can also develop if your rabbit stops eating, which can happen if they are stressed, sick, or in pain.