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DID YOU KNOW??
48% of female pet owners rely more on their pet than a spouse or child for affection.
51% of dog and cat owners give their pet a human name such as Molly Sam or Max.
25% Pet owners blow dry their pets hair after a bath.
64% of pet owners include news about their pet and 36% include a picture of their pet in their holiday cards.
70% of dog owners expect their pets to come to their rescue when they're in distress compared to 31% of cat owners.
27% of pet owners have taken their pet to a professional photographer to have its picture taken with its family, Santa Clause or the Easter Bunny.
48%of pet owners pamper their pet by taking it in the car on errands, while 45% set up a special bed for their pet in the house.
53% of pet owners vacation or travel with their pets.
48% of female pet owners rely more on their pet than a spouse or child for affection.
51% of dog and cat owners give their pet a human name such as Molly Sam or Max.
25% Pet owners blow dry their pets hair after a bath.
64% of pet owners include news about their pet and 36% include a picture of their pet in their holiday cards.
70% of dog owners expect their pets to come to their rescue when they're in distress compared to 31% of cat owners.
27% of pet owners have taken their pet to a professional photographer to have its picture taken with its family, Santa Clause or the Easter Bunny.
48%of pet owners pamper their pet by taking it in the car on errands, while 45% set up a special bed for their pet in the house.
53% of pet owners vacation or travel with their pets.
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MOURNING YOUR LOSS
Grieving for your pet is no easy task. The doctors and staff at SVC are always available to help in any way we can but we realize that sometimes it is easier to talk to a stranger about your pain. If you are finding it hard to cope find help somewhere. There are books, grief councelors and even support groups online that are very helpful. You can search "pet loss" or click on the picture above to be directed to the "Rainbow Bridge". Grieving is a serious emotion but NOT grieving can be devastating. Just remember, crying is human and healthy.
Grieving for your pet is no easy task. The doctors and staff at SVC are always available to help in any way we can but we realize that sometimes it is easier to talk to a stranger about your pain. If you are finding it hard to cope find help somewhere. There are books, grief councelors and even support groups online that are very helpful. You can search "pet loss" or click on the picture above to be directed to the "Rainbow Bridge". Grieving is a serious emotion but NOT grieving can be devastating. Just remember, crying is human and healthy.
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BRINGING HOME A NEW BABY?
When bringing a baby home from the hospital preparing your pet for the new member of the family is an important task. Dogs will often see the baby as a new member of its pack. Being the newest member, the dog may also see it as the lowest ranking member.
When bringing a baby home from the hospital preparing your pet for the new member of the family is an important task. Dogs will often see the baby as a new member of its pack. Being the newest member, the dog may also see it as the lowest ranking member.
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Cats don't have the same pack instinct so they may ignore the baby all together. Their biggest issue tends to be when a child pesters or mistreats them. It is wise to let your pet examine the baby's room and any smells it will associate with the baby before he/she is brought home. However, the pet shouldn't be let in the baby's room after the room is occupied. You may want to buy a doll, put some baby lotion on it-for smell recognition-and put it in a car seat on the floor. This will allow your pets to get used to the smell of your baby. Another good suggestion is to make a tape of a baby crying and play it for your pets. This will allow them to get used to the sounds of your new addition.
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If you have a very close bond with your pet it may become depressed if it feels neglected. Spending extra time with your pet during this period of time may help alleviate some of its anxiety. Because of the pack tendencies of dogs you should watch for any signs of aggression or bad behavior and correct them immediately. However, do not punish the dog for it may create ill will towards the child. For dogs raised around children, most of the time, this process will be relatively easy.
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STEPS TO FIND A LOST PET
If you lose your pet, here are the first things you should do:
1. Rally your family and friends and go looking. This is especially important if you realize early on that the pet is missing.
2. Call your veterinarian. If your pet is wearing a rabies tag on its collar, the tag number often can be traced to your veterinarian who can then help reunite you with your lost pet.
3. Call every animal shelter or humane organization in your area. Visit the most likely shelters in person because you know your pet better than anyone else. Keep checking daily!
4. Check with neighbors and put up signs around your neighborhood that include a photo or description of your pet, your phone number, and how long your pet has been missing.
5. Call your local newspaper and place a lost pet ad. Also check the newspaper daily for "found pets" ads. Often they will print found ads for free
6. If your pet has a microchip call the company and alert them.
CLICK ON THE PUPPY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
If you lose your pet, here are the first things you should do:
1. Rally your family and friends and go looking. This is especially important if you realize early on that the pet is missing.
2. Call your veterinarian. If your pet is wearing a rabies tag on its collar, the tag number often can be traced to your veterinarian who can then help reunite you with your lost pet.
3. Call every animal shelter or humane organization in your area. Visit the most likely shelters in person because you know your pet better than anyone else. Keep checking daily!
4. Check with neighbors and put up signs around your neighborhood that include a photo or description of your pet, your phone number, and how long your pet has been missing.
5. Call your local newspaper and place a lost pet ad. Also check the newspaper daily for "found pets" ads. Often they will print found ads for free
6. If your pet has a microchip call the company and alert them.
CLICK ON THE PUPPY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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Editor: Tammy S. Randall