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June 2008 
 the Visiting Vet Newsletter
 ISSUE 27
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Welcome to June! This months newsletter will include an article about Xylitol Poisoning in Pets, information on DNA Testing Mixed Breed Dogs, tips on removing skunk odor from pets, and the monthly trivia question. Remember we love input on the newsletter so any recommendations or suggestions of article topics are very welcome. I hope you enjoy the newsletter and I thank you for your time!

 Protect Your Pet From Xylitol Poisioning!
 

Xylitol is a sweetener used as an ingredient in many products including chocolate, multivitamins, toothpaste, candies and gums. It is a safe product for use in people but is a major health concern if ingested by pets. Vomiting, weakness, ataxia and seizures are some of the signs of Xylitol posioning. Ingestion of products containing Xylitol cause liver failure and hypoglycemia in pets. Xylitol poisioning is an emergency situation for pets and your pet should be immediately treated at a veterinary hospital. Early treatment at a veterinary hospital may save your pet's life. Please keep medications, baking products, and other household products out of the the reach of pets.

 


 Did You Know?
 DNA Test Available For Your Mixed Breed Dog!

vv nl wisdom panel logo Mars Veterinary an industry leader in pet genetics has recently developed the Wisdom Panel MX genetic test for mixed breed dogs. This test is available from the Visiting Vet. A small blood sample is drawn from your pet. You will get test results in approximately 2 weeks. Julie B. had her dog Swale tested and we found out she is a Boxer, Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel, Irish Setter, and Lab. So she is a "Bochcoirla" It was fun to find out what she is and the blood was drawn at the time for her annual appointment. If you are interest in mixed breed DNA testing for your pet please give us a call for more information or visit www.wisdompanel.com.

 


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 Skunk Odor Treatment

vv nl skunk To neutralize and deodorize skunk spray, bathe your pet in a mixture of 1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of liquid detergent(DAWN). Allow the application to stay on the pet for 5 minutes and then rinse. Repeat as necessary. The neutralizing mixture must be used immediately and will not work if stored. You will need to double or triple the formula for large dogs. Previously, tomato juice had been recommended to neutralize skunk odor but it is poor at permanently ridding the pet of skunk smell.


 Trivia!

mr rogers cat Trivia question for June: What was the name of the cat on Mr. Roger's Neighborhood TV show? The first client to CALL us with the correct answer will win a $5 credit to their Visiting Vet account. Good Luck!!! May question: What is the name of the horse that won the 1972 Kentucky Derby? Answer: Riva Ridge Leslie A. answered our May trivia question first and received $5 credit to her Visiting Vet Account.


Thank you for your time and I wish you a fantastic summer! We constantly strive to provide the best care for your family pets and exceptional service to our clients. I offer appointments while parked locally at Discount Pet Store on Gull Road and offer neighborhood and individual house calls as available. If I can be of service to you, please give us a call at 731-PETS to schedule an appointment for your pet today. If you refer a friend or family member to our clinic, both of you are entered in our 2008 referral prize drawing. Our next drawing is June 30, 2008. Please see our website for more information on our prize drawing. Our previous newsletters can be found on our website. Thank you!

Sincerely,


Dr. Seely Rotigel & Julie B.
the Visiting Vet

phone: 269-731-7387

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