We don’t think of dogs as blood donors, but the demand is there. Surgeries, traumatic injuries, pancreatitis, rat poison ingestion are some medical conditions where a blood transfusion may be necessary. Allison Dietz, a licensed veterinary technician, runs a pet blood bank in Seattle, Washington. According to Ms. Dietz, one donation could potentially save 4 […]
Owning a family pet can be great for kids. Below are some of the benefits as well as things to watch out for. Contents 1 Responsibility 2 Compassion 3 Companionship 4 Possible pitfalls Responsibility Owning a pet is one of the best ways to teach a child to become responsible. Besides the joy of having […]
Cats are usually silent companions, much more laid back than dogs. But like all companion animals, cats can bond very closely with their humans. Cats show affection to their loved ones by “talking,” purring, rubbing up against their human, lap-sitting, licking you, kneading you. They also show trust and affection in a way you would […]
