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Home » PawFun Blog » Holistic Health

NYC Urban Rangers: Raccoon Rabies is Epidemic in Central, Morningside Parks


By BL Ochman
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On our morning walk in Central Park today, we met two Urban Park Rangers (wouldn't that be a great job!) who were warning dog owners that more than 20 rabid raccoons, either dead or sick, have been picked up in Central and Morningside Parks in the past two weeks.

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Ask the Pet Food Expert: What to feed a Golden Doodle with a sensitive stomach?


By BL Ochman
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A Pawfun Blog readers asks: What do you suggest I feed a 11.5 month old male Golden Doodle (English Golden Retriever and Standard Poodle) who weighs 66.6 pounds, is fairly active and has the most sensitive stomach with, for the most part soft stools and very large. He's currently eating Wellness Large Breed Puppy Food.

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Study: Dog Owners Get More Exercise Than Gym Goers


By BL Ochman
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[caption id="attachment_1674" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Almost half of non-pet owners admit they do absolutely no exercise whatsoever"]Almost half of non-pet owners admit they do absolutely no exercise whatsoever[/caption] The average dog owner gets more exercise than most gym goers according to a new study by a UK pet healthcare group.

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The Special Needs of Aging Cats


By BL Ochman
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catfaceThe percentage of cats over six years old has nearly doubled in the past decade, according to a report by the Cornell Feline Health Center. And there's every reason to believe the graying kitty population will continue to grow.

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GoD and DoG


By BL Ochman
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October 15, 2009

Ask Dr. Elliot: Is it against the law not to vaccinate your indoor cat?


By Dr. Jill Elliot
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badcatAfter Pawfun's recent post, Are Annual Vaccines Harmful to Your Dogs and Cats?, a Pawfun Blog reader asked:

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Important Demonstration: How to give CPR to your pet


By BL Ochman
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Are Annual Vaccines Harmful to Your Dogs and Cats?


By BL Ochman
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dogshot1Are annual vaccinations safe for your previously vaccinated dogs, older puppies, and cats? Are they necessary? There is probably no more controversial issue in veterinary medicine. Before you decide what to do, you need to educate yourself on the issues.

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Ask Dr Elliot: What should I feed my indoor cat? There are too many choices!


By Dr. Jill Elliot
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A Pawfun Blog reader asks: I have a one year-old indoor cat. With the abundance of information on the Internet, I am confused about the best way to feed him. What do you recommend?

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Ask Dr Elliot: Should I vaccinate my 11 year-old cat?


By BL Ochman
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catgetsinjectionA Pawfun Blog reader asks: "My vet just left a message that my cat, Cole, is due for his annual vaccinations.. I'm debating whether I should. He's 11 and very healthy (and handsome). What are your thoughts?

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