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		<title>2012 Heartworm Prevention Guidelines for Dogs in Colorado Mountain Communities</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Heartworm disease in dogs is caused by a parasite Dirofilaria immitis and is transmitted by mosquitos that carry the parasite.  For information on the history of heartworm disease and the life cycle of the parasite, please visit the following page before reading the guidelines and recommendations below. http://bouldermountainvet.com/2011/05/heartworm-disease-in-colorado/ The following are general guidelines for heartworm [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Animals in the News, March/April 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Let them Eat Dirt!  Early exposure to germs can help build a healthy immune system. http://the-scientist.com/2012/03/22/let-them-eat-dirt/ &#160; Another Reason to Prevent Heartworm  Disease this Season http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20120325/news/703259982/ &#160; A reminder on avoiding poisonings with common household items http://www.khou.com/community/blogs/animal-attraction/Animal-Attraction&#8211;Dont-give-your-pet-a-deadly-dose-medicines-top-the-list-of-household-poisons-for-pets-143301576.html &#160; Following jerky related illnesses, a movement to ban dog treats from China http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2012/03/as-dogs-continue-to-fall-ill-owners-vets-and-congressmen-point-to-treats-from-china/ &#160; More on the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://bouldermountainvet.com/2012/03/animals-in-the-news-marchapril-2012/</link>
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		<title>Animals in the News January 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Scientists Tickle animals to discover more about the evolution of laughter http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-15880045 &#160; Orangutans ask Santa for Ipads&#8230; http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-16354093 &#160; On expanding the uses and benefits of therapy pets http://health.usnews.com/health-news/managing-your-healthcare/treatment/articles/2011/12/27/the-new-face-of-pet-therapy &#160; Scientists poised to cure leukemia in mice http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2011/12/penn_state_university_research.html]]></description>
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		<title>Chicken Jerky warning issued by FDA</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Link to article: http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2011/11/fda-repeats-warning-on-chicken-jerky-for-dogs/ I recommend discontinuing feeding any chicken jerky made in China, and watch dogs carefully for signs of kidney issues, especially increased thirst and urination, vomiting, or any other signs of illness. In general, it&#8217;s best to avoid treats from China and stick to those made in the USA.]]></description>
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		<title>Animals in the News November 2011</title>
		<description><![CDATA[First off, a few thoughts about pets and the holidays&#8230;it can be a busy and stressful time for all of us, including our pets.  As the holiday decorations come out and parties are planned, I&#8217;d like to remind everyone of some of the hazards holidays can present for our furry buddies: Turkey- some turkey treats [...]]]></description>
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		<title>More Pets in the News Summer 2011</title>
		<description><![CDATA[People therapy for bomb-sniffing dogs with PTSD: A new spin on a great idea http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/my-puppy-my-self/201108/the-human-canine-bond-can-play-cure-ptsd-in-dogs &#160; Horses help veterans with PTSD http://www.examiner.com/animal-advocacy-in-arlington/caisson-platoon-equine-assisted-therapy-aids-wounded-warriors &#160; Using monkeys to test advertising campaigns.  Is consumerism in our DNA? http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2011/08/01/ad_for_monkeys_seeks_to_plumb_roots_of_human_behavior/?rss_id=Boston.com+&#8211;+Science+news &#160; Diabetic Alert Dogs:  A new lease on life for unwanted dogs! http://hamptonroads.com/2011/08/canines-trained-help-people-diabetes &#160; New twist on the Downward Facing [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://bouldermountainvet.com/2011/08/more-summer-2011-veterinary-news/</link>
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		<title>Help, the Dog Ate My Medicine!</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Marijuana Ingestion by Dogs and Cats: What you need to know By Lisa Cass DVM So you just came home to find your pooch has been counter-surfing and decided to snack on your MMJ edibles. What’s the best course of action?  Just dim the lights and put on some Allman Brothers?  It won’t really help [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://bouldermountainvet.com/2011/07/help-the-dog-ate-my-medicine/</link>
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		<title>Veterinary News July 2011</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Heat Wave brings threat from blue green algae http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-news/latest/Livestock-producers-beware-Watch-for-toxic-blue-green-algae-126115753.html Laser therapy for chronic pain.  This is a great new technology and is now available in our area too. http://www.strausnews.com/articles/2011/07/21/warwick_advertiser/news/21.txt Scientists working on a new drug to sterilize dogs without surgery. http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/2011/07/21/20110721dog-sterilize-drug-new.html Cancer research in dogs benefits humans too http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/pets/detail?entry_id=93398 Respiratory virus discovered that jumps from [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://bouldermountainvet.com/2011/07/veterinary-news-july-2011/</link>
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		<title>Heartworm Disease in Colorado</title>
		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;ve recently had many clients asking questions about heartworm disease, so I wanted to clarify a few facts and debunk some myths about the disease.  Heartworm disease is caused by a parasite, Dirofilaria immitis, which is transmitted by mosquitoes.  After a mosquito bites an infected dog, the mosquito becomes infected with the micofilaria (or larval [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Colorado Dept of Agriculture Press Release 5/23/2011</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Re: Equine Herpesvirus Outbreak in Colorado LAKEWOOD, Colo. – The Colorado Department of Agriculture continues to investigate the spread of Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1) in the state. As of 5/23/2011, 12pm: • 9 confirmed cases of horses with EHV-1 • Two horses, which tested positive for EHV-1, were euthanized after showing severe neurological signs associated with [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://bouldermountainvet.com/2011/05/colorado-dept-of-agriculture-press-release-5232011/</link>
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