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May 2016
Repressed Hostility
by Michael Chill LOS ANGELES, CA Client: "My dog is suffering from a severe case of repressed hostility." MC:"What seems to be the problem?" Client:"I just told you. He's suffering from a severe case of repressed hostility." MC:"No, I mean, what is he doing?" Client: "He's repressing hostility! I’m a psychiatrist; I know these things." [...]
October 2015
So What If Your Dog Has Fleas
Important Facts You Need to Know by Dr. Bernstein LOS ANGELES, CA - "My dog has fleas" is not solely an aid for tuning string instruments. Unfortunately, it is a statement of fact for many Southern Californians. These tiny insects are responsible for making the lives of pets and their owners miserable. Luckily, there are [...]
July 2015
What’s on Your Carpet?
A sleepless night with a puppy with diarrhea is enough to make one reconsider your acquisition. Diarrhea is a common problem, but there are many different causes. Young dogs often have loose stool due to excitement, stress, dietary changes, and internal parasites. More serious causes seen in young dogs are blockages and viruses like distemper [...]
May 2009
Dumb Dog Toys – Part I
LOS ANGELES - by Ann Masters There are some dog toys - wait, let me put those words in quotes to demonstrate their ineptitude - "dog toys" out there that are just downright dumb. Some of them are sold. We'll talk about that in the next newsletter. Others, may Oprah have mercy on us, we [...]
February 2009
Don’t Let Allergies Split Up Your Family
How to Keep the Family Dog When Your Child is Allergic The story is all-too-familiar. Fido has been a part of the family for years and suddenly your child experiences an allergic reaction to your beloved family pet. Rashes, plugged nose, itching -- it's unbearable to see a child suffer. As soon as you see [...]
December 2008
‘Tis the Season to NOT Choke on Tinsel – and Other Safety Tips for Your Pet
LOS ANGELES - The holidays are coming! Tis the season for festive parties and sharing time with friends and family. And, if you're anything like us at the Squad, your furry friends will be part of the merriment. Now is a good time to remind us of some safety issues during the holiday. We as [...]
November 2008
Cooked Bones of ANY Kind Are Extremely Dangerous to Dogs
LOS ANGELES - Bones which have been cooked have had all the moisture drained from them, thus they become dry and brittle. As they move down a dog's intestinal tract, they splinter into tiny pieces as sharp as needles and thus can perforate the esophagus or scrape, puncture or block the stomach and intestines. This [...]
October 2008
Enjoy Halloween But Keep Chocolate Out of Reach of Pets
LOS ANGELES We all enjoy Halloween for the costumes and parties but mostly for the candy. Some of us prioritize chocolate at the top of our list. But this is a treat that is off-limits to your dogs and for good reason. It's highly toxic. er yourself with this knowledge and make adjustments to things [...]
September 2008
Flea Medication Keeps Diseases At Bay
It is important to maintain a regular flea control program for your all pets. Some animals are so allergic to fleas that they can lose their fur and suffer skin irritation and infections from scratching and biting. What's worse, your pet can develop painful and serious ailments from fleas. These ailments can include: Flea allergy [...]
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