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Hillsdale Animal Hospital

5222 Hillsdale Blvd.

Sacramento, CA 95842 US

916-349-1113

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  • Living with a Handicapped Pet
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Strokes, vision problems, arthritis and other conditions don't just affect people. Pets also develop serious health problems that change their lives. Fortunately, you can help your handicapped pet enjoy a comfortable, happy life by making a few modifications to your home. Make Your Home Accessible Many

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  • What You Need to Know About Rabies
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Rabies is deadly disease, but, luckily, outbreaks are not particularly common in the United States. In fact, 95 percent of deaths due to rabies occur in Africa and Asia, according to the World Health Organization. Although rabies might not be widespread in the U.S., the consequences can be severe if

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  • Adopting a Pet From a Rescue Group
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Are you interested in adopting a pet from a rescue group but aren't sure if it's the best option for you? We answer a few common questions about rescue groups and explain how adoptions work. What Is the Difference Between Shelters, Humane Societies, and Rescue Groups? Shelters are usually run by cities

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  • Microchipping Your Pet
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Each year, nearly 8 million animals end up in local shelters. Of those 8 million pets, data shows that less than 20 percent of lost dogs and less than 2 percent of missing cats are ever returned to their original owners. Thankfully, there are some useful tools available to help pet owners who have lost

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  • Multiple Pets Benefit Families
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Just like humans, furry family members need to have company, playmates and social interactions to be happy. Sometimes it's hard to remember that our family pets are animals first and family second. We typically look at the benefits of pets in homes from the standpoint of work and expense involved.

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  • New Pet? 7 Questions to Ask Your Family Veterinarian
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Your new family member may be furry with whiskers and a tail, or have scales, hooves or even wings. If you're the proud new owner of a new pet, chances are you'll have best results integrating your new pet into your family when you include a veterinarian on your team. "Having a new pet isn't like having

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  • New Pets Help Families in a Changing World
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    There is no doubt that we find the little round heads and big eyes of young puppies and kittens irresistible. Millions of new pets find their ways into our hearts and homes each year. Studies show pets are a very positive addition to families or singles and even empty nesters! Pets relieve stress, add

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  • Pet Ownership and Your Health
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Your pets provide companionship, unconditional love and plenty of smiles, but they also make you healthier just by living with you. The health benefits of owning a pet are both physical and psychological, and they extend throughout an owner’s life. By keeping your furry companion healthy and happy,

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  • Pet Therapy
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Are you dealing with extreme levels of emotional stress, exhaustion or depression? If so, pet therapy might be right for you. Companionship is only one of the many benefits pet therapy provides. Keep reading to find out what pet therapy involves, which conditions it can help treat and why you might benefit

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  • Pet Travel Tips
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Are you planning to hit the road with your pets this summer? Whether you are planning a lengthy family road trip or a quick summer getaway, there are some important things you need to know before making the decision to travel with your pets. Use the following tips to guarantee a safe and stress-free

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  • Pets Can Teach Children How to Nurture and Care
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Gail Melson, author of Why the Wild Things Are: Animals in the Lives of Children has been watching animals and children for some time. She estimates that of every ten children, four grow up in a home that includes domestic animals. She has determined that as many as 90 percent of all youngsters live

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  • Pets With Benefits
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Have you ever noticed that you tend to feel better when you are around your pet? You are not alone. Recent studies show that nearly 50 percent of Americans find stress relief from their pets. Whether you own a dog, a cat or a lizard, pets offer companionship that can be greatly beneficial for your physical

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  • Pigs as Family Pets
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    You and your family may be charmed with the thought of adding a pet pig to your home. Many people have moved forward with finding their new pet, yet not taken the steps to provide appropriately for their pig. And themselves. As small and unassuming as a small pig might seem, there are considerations

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  • Ready for a Rabbit? Think Again!
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    "After cats and dogs, rabbits are the species most often surrendered to animal shelters," advises the Humane Society of the Unite States. "Most rabbits lose their homes because of "people reasons," such as a move or the owner's inability or unwillingness to care for the animal, not because the rabbit

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  • Preparing Your Pet for the Arrival of a New baby
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Helping your pet adjust to the arrival of a new baby is much like preparing a young child for a new sibling. An infant brings many changes to a household, however, you can help your pet adjust to the big changes with minimal time and effort by making gradual adjustments to your lifestyle before the baby

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  • Take Preventative Measures When Sleeping With Pets
    Category: Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners

    Adults and children oftentimes enjoy sleeping with household pets. They can keep us warm, feel comfortable, make us feel safe and loved. They may lick our faces, hands or other exposed areas before or during sleeping time. Scratches and bites, wounds, abscesses, ulcerations or other breaks in the

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