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Pet Insurance Really Does Pay: North America’s Most Common Medical Conditions
Each September, the North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA) celebrates Pet Health Insurance month, educating pet owners about the importance of insurance and how it works and its benefits. This year, the organization is marking the month by releasing a new report which illustrates the most common medical conditions for cats and dogs – as claimed by pet insurance policyholders in 2014. - September 03, 2015 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Stafford Veterinary Hospital Announces Advancements in Dentistry
Stafford Veterinary Hospital recently invested in advanced training and equipment to ensure the highest quality dental care for all pets. Studies show that 50% of all dogs and cats have some form of periodontal disease and that number jumps to 75% when you look specifically at pets over age three. - July 31, 2015 - Stafford Veterinary Hospital
Northern Virginia Company to Build Elephant Prosthetic
Animal Orthocare, LLC is a small business based out of Chantilly, VA that specializes in developing mobility devices, which include prosthetics, for any type of animal. On July 2, they plan to raise the bar to the next level by traveling to Thailand to fit an adult elephant with a new leg prosthetic. - June 21, 2015 - Animal Orthocare, LLC
Aviara Animal Health Center Welcomes Established North County Veterinarian, Nancy Norell, to Practice
Aviara Animal Health Center is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Nancy Norell, DVM to our veterinary team. Dr. Norell is an established, well-respected veterinarian in the North County area, and has been providing excellent medical care to her patients for many years. - June 13, 2015 - Aviara Animal Health Center
FoEverMeow Awarded Prestigious Best Friends Grant for Kitten Nursery
ForEverMeow Cat Rescue and Kitten Nursery has partnered with local shelters to help end the euthanasia of underage kittens in Coachella Valley shelters and move towards NoKillCV. - June 10, 2015 - ForEverMeow
Pet Health Insurance Industry in North America Posts Record Growth in 2014
North America’s pet health insurance sector posted record growth this year, with combined total premiums hitting $660.5 million in 2014, and the total number of pets insured reaching 1.4 million, according to the NAHIA State of the Industry Report, just released. This represents a 12.8... - June 05, 2015 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Avets Receives VECCS Certification as Level I Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Facility
24-hour referral veterinary hospital, Avets, has been certified as a Level I VECCS emergency veterinary facility. - May 08, 2015 - Avets
April is National Adopt a Greyhound Month
Riverside Drive Animal Care Center Specializes in Care of Greyhounds and Other Sighthounds - April 23, 2015 - Riverside Drive Animal Care Center
Medical Mobile App to Detect Parasites in Fecal Matter Receives Funding
The Parasight System™ Introduces Revolutionary Mobile Medical App to Detect Parasites. Technology advancements in parasite detection using the Parasight System™ receives USDA funding. - April 02, 2015 - MEP Equine Solutions, LLC
National Therapy Animal Day™ and Treats and Sweets Day™
Pet Partners, the national leader in demonstrating and promoting animal-assisted therapy, activities and education, announces the first annual National Therapy Animal Day to recognize exceptional therapy animal teams that provide visits to hospital patients, nursing home residents, schools, and other facilities. Treats and Sweets Day is the accompanying fundraising event; funds raised will support Pet Partners in training and registering thousands of pet therapy teams. - March 06, 2015 - Pet Partners
New Video Sharing Network for Homeless Dogs
AdoptMe.TV showcases animal shelter and private rescue dogs in need of rescue or adoption using video networking. The goal is to save 1 million extra dogs in 2015, through the use of video sharing and networking across all principle social media networks, from one central location. - January 15, 2015 - Adopt Me TV
Future Pet Partners Therapy Dog Kai Makes Holiday Debut
Meet Kai, a handsome boy and a future Pet Partners therapy dog. Pet Partners will follow his growth on their Facebook page during his first year as he progresses toward becoming a Pet Partners therapy dog. It is appropriate to begin Kai's story on Christmas Day since his name is Norse for... - December 23, 2014 - Pet Partners
Animal Care Institute is the Premier Dedicated Animal Imaging Center Including High Field MRI in the Tampa Bay Area
Animal Care Institute has just opened in Tampa. ACI is the premier animal imaging center in the area, offering Tampa's only dedicated animal MRI system. ACI has a 1.5 GE High Field MRI system that practicing veterinarians can send their patients to for the appropriate imaging approach for dogs, cats and other small pets. - December 18, 2014 - Animal Care Institute
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Co-Hosts 2014 Potomac Regional Veterinary Conference
Fourth Annual Collaborative Veterinary Conference to be Held at Hyatt Regency Inner Harbor in Baltimore Nov. 7-9. - November 06, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
New Low Cost Spay Clinic Opens in Holmdel
The Spay & Neuter Center of New Jersey, a private veterinary clinic located in Holmdel NJ, opened its doors on October 6th. Their mission is to provide high quality, low cost spay or neuter surgery for all animals- whether they are an owned pet, shelter or rescue animal, or a TNR cat. Dr. - October 25, 2014 - The Spay & Neuter Center of New Jersey
Azzore Veterinary Specialists Goes Green; Participates in National Solar Tour October 4th 2014
The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is holding its 19th annual National Solar Tour to showcase selected solar installations across the country. And Azzore Veterinary Specialists is one of the installations you can visit on the tour. Come to the largest grassroots solar event in the nation and... - September 27, 2014 - Azzore Veterinary Specialists
Veterinarian Takes New Approach on “Kissing Spine”/Physical Therapy May Alleviate Back Pain in Affected Horses
Dr. Keith Taraba of Northeast Texas Equine Services is taking a novel approach to a debilitating back problem in horses. Rather than back injections or surgery, physical therapy is used to provide pain relief. - September 18, 2014 - Northeast Texas Equine Services
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2014 Rabies Awareness Week
Annual Partnership with VDH Sponsors Statewide Rabies Awareness Week Sept. 22 - 28 - September 12, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield Welcomes Dr. Chris Kelly
New Veterinarian Joins Companion Animal Hospital. - September 08, 2014 - Companion Animal Hospital of Wakefield
Pet Insurance Really Does Pay: North America’s Top 10 Claims
Each September, the North American Pet Health Association (NAPHIA) celebrates Pet Health Insurance month, educating pet owners about the importance of insurance and how it works. This year, the organization is driving home the message that being insured really does pay by sharing NAPHIA... - September 05, 2014 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Pet Partners® Names New Board of Directors Chairperson
Dr. Mary Craig, veterinarian and Founder of Gentle Goodbye Veterinary Hospice and At-home Euthanasia LLC, has been named Chairperson of the Pet Partners Board of Directors. Dr. Craig’s veterinary practice, based in Stamford, Connecticut, specializes in care for end-of-life conditions and... - August 23, 2014 - Pet Partners
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2014 Tick-Borne Diseases Awareness Week Aug. 10-16
State Veterinary Association and The Virginia State Board of Health Sponsor Weeklong Statewide Observance to Improve Human and Animal Health. - August 09, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
It’s What’s Inside That Counts: NAPHIA Releases Industry Insiders’ Report
The North American Pet Health Industry Association (NAPHIA) has just released its first-ever Industry Insiders’ Report, with data gathered from key players in the pet health insurance industry. “For those outside pet health insurance, this report has incredible value because it... - July 17, 2014 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Free Spay/Neuter to Military Families by Local Veterinary Hospital
Locally Owned Veterinary Hospital is Giving Back to the Military through their newly created “Helping Paws” program. Over 500 free spay or neuter’s have been performed since the inception of the program in October of 2013. “Helping Paws has been our most aggressive... - May 29, 2014 - Mohnacky Animal Hospitals
Pet Health Insurance Professionals Attend DC Summit
Summit is the one time each year you’ll find the top dogs in pet health insurance all in the same room. Add in the coolest cats in marketing from other key industries, and you’ve got a powerful pack charged with all the news you need to know about this growing field. This year’s... - May 28, 2014 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Pet Partners® Welcomes New President / CEO
Pet Partners, a leader in promoting the health benefits of the human-animal bond, is excited to announce that Catherine “Annie” Magnant is their new President and CEO. A visionary leader, strategic thinker and exceptional communicator, Magnant brings more than 20 years of leadership... - May 27, 2014 - Pet Partners
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2014 Recent Graduate Leadership Award
Dr. Ashley S. Morgan Recognized for Contributions to the Veterinary Medicine Profession - April 16, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2014 Veterinary Service Award
Dr. Richard L. “Chip” Godine Receives Award in Recognition of Extensive Contributions to Virginia Veterinary Medicine Profession. - April 11, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Names 2014 Paul F. Landis Veterinarian of the Year Winner
Dr. Jesse A. Webster Receives Honor for Standard of Excellence and Dedication to the Advancement of Veterinary Medicine - April 09, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Pet Partners® Announces National Partnership with PetSmart, Inc.®
Pet Partners, a leader in promoting the health benefits of the human-animal bond, is pleased to announce a new partnership with PetSmart, the largest specialty pet retailer of services and solutions for the lifetime needs of pets. Pet Partners’ Therapy Animal Program registers and supports... - April 02, 2014 - Pet Partners
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2014 Distinguished Virginia Veterinarian Award
Dr. Richard Wilkes Receives Honor for Standard of Excellence and Dedicated Service to the Profession of Veterinary Medicine. - April 02, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2014 Commercial Representative Award
Mike McElvain Recognized for Outstanding Service to Virginia Veterinarians - March 27, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Presents 2014 Animal Hero Award to Service Dog
“Seth The Wonder Dog” Receives 2014 Annual Hero Award at Annual Virginia Veterinary Conference - March 22, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Vetiary is Now Available for the US Market
Vetiary announces the launch of the newly developed booking system platform for veterinary clinics, with the aim of improving the veterinarian - pet owner relationship. - March 19, 2014 - Vetiary
Thyro-Cat Introduces Helpful Feline Hyperthyroidism Comparison Infographic
A picture is worth a thousand words. In the marketing and communication industries, this adage has taken on a life of its own with the development of infographics. To present complex information in a simplified, visually pleasing manner, many businesses utilize infographics as powerful marketing and advertising tools. One specialty veterinary clinic has adopted an infographic to educate cat owners on different remedies for feline hyperthyroidism. - February 13, 2014 - Thyro-Cat Feline Hyperthyroidism Treatment Centers
Healing Touch for Animals Comes to Arizona
Good news for your pets. You can learn Healing Touch for Animals®. - February 04, 2014 - Healing Touch For Animals
Equine Nutritionist Dr. Amy M Gill Retained by Kalmbach Feeds
Dr. Amy Gill is pleased to announce her affiliation with Kalmbach Feeds, Inc. and Tribute Equine Nutrition in Ohio. Dr. Gill will work alongside Kalmbach Feeds/Tribute Equine Nutrition’s current equine nutritionist, Dr. Dan Burke, to expand the reach of Tribute and continue to educate the... - January 28, 2014 - Dr. Amy M Gill
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Hosts 2014 "Day at the Capitol" Thursday, Jan. 16
VVMA Members to Meet with Legislators at Virginia State Capitol on Animal-Related Policies and Laws. - January 08, 2014 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Jacksonville Animal Hospital Celebrates the Community
Jacksonville animal hospital, Mandarin Animal Hospital, celebrates nearly five decades of partnering with the Jacksonville, Florida community through dedicated veterinary service. - December 13, 2013 - Mandarin Animal Hospital
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Discusses Winter Pet Safety
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Member Dr. Geri Carlson Gives Tips on Keeping Pets Safe During the Winter Months - November 23, 2013 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Thyro-Cat Treatment Centers See 97% Success Rate with Innovative Treatment for Feline Hyperthyroidism
Thyro-Cat Feline Hyperthyroidism Treatment Centers reports a 97% success rate in diagnosing and treating hyperthyroidism in cat patients. - November 09, 2013 - Thyro-Cat Feline Hyperthyroidism Treatment Centers
Florida-based Emergency Animal Hospital Offers Animal Hyberbaric Oxygen Chamber Therapy
Animal Emergency and Referral Center in Ft. Pierce-with service to Vero Beach and Port St. Lucie-explains hyperbaric oxygen therapy and its benefits as one of their veterinary specialty services. - November 07, 2013 - Animal Emergency and Referral Center
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Co-Hosts 2013 Potomac Regional Veterinary Conference
Third Annual Collaborative Veterinary Conference to be Held at Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia Nov. 8-10. - November 06, 2013 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Brooklyn Veterinarian Offers Tips on Keeping Your Pet Safe This Thanksgiving
Atlantic Animal Clinic provides helpful tips for keeping your pet safe this Thanksgiving and holiday season, and offers insight into a number of potential pet health dangers pet owners may not be aware of. - November 03, 2013 - Atlantic Animal Care
Brooklyn Veterinarian Has Tips for a Successful Visit to the Dog Park
Atlantic Animal Care, a locally owned veterinary clinic in Brooklyn, announces helpful tips for bringing your dog to one of the area city dog parks, to make sure sure you and your pet have a safe and happy time. - November 03, 2013 - Atlantic Animal Care
Tucson Pet Clinic Announces New Veterinary Service: Class IV Therapeutic Laser Therapy for Pets
Spanish Trail Pet Clinic now offers Class IV Therapeutic Laser Therapy as a part of their Tucson veterinary services, to promote faster healing times and more effective pain management for acute and chronic pet ailments. - October 23, 2013 - Spanish Trail Pet Clinic
Thyro-Cat Releases Feline Hyperthyroidism Symptoms to Save Cats Lives
Feline hyperthyroidism treatment center says “Get Your Cat Tested” to save his/her life. Read on for warning symptoms of feline hyperthyroidism to see if your cat should get tested and treated. - October 18, 2013 - Thyro-Cat Feline Hyperthyroidism Treatment Centers
Curry Ford Animal Hospital Launches New Website for Greater Orlando Area Residents
New web resource for community education and awareness launched in Florida. - October 10, 2013 - Curry Ford Animal Hospital
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association & Virginia Department of Health Recognize Rabies Awareness Week
State Veterinary Association and State Department of Health Sponsor Annual Statewide Rabies Awareness Week. - September 20, 2013 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2013 Rabies Awareness Week
Veterinary Association Sponsors Statewide Rabies Awareness Week - September 14, 2013 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association