LifeLearn News
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Aug 08 2019
Assistance Dog Week
There’s nothing cuter than coming across a cute little puppy wearing colored vests – yes, a service dog-in-training! You’ve probably seen them at the mall, in the grocery store, or…
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Aug 01 2019
Immunization Awareness Month
Vaccines are one of the greatest medical discoveries – they fundamentally changed modern medicine. Starting with the smallpox vaccine in the 18th century, more than 20 vaccines have been developed…
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Jul 25 2019
Remote Communities and Veterinary Care
When your pet needs routine care, such as a wellness check, vaccinations, or deworming, or is ill or injured, you call your veterinary clinic, make an appointment, and hop into…
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Jul 17 2019
Rabies Risks
While cases of rabies in domestic pets and humans are rare in Canada, and in North America overall, the risk of rabies remains. Tragically, we are reminded of this by…
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Feb 21 2019
Invasive Species Awareness Day
The week of February 25 to March 1 marks Invasive Species Awareness Week. While invasive species may not come to mind while looking at your meowing cat or barking dog,…
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Feb 14 2019
Love Your Pet Day
February 20th is Love your Pet Day! Most of us celebrate our pets everyday of the year, but with busy schedules, sometimes we need a reminder to remember the special…
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Feb 07 2019
February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month
Not just dogs and cats need forever homes. Rabbits do too, and can often be found in animal shelters and rescues. Rabbits can make great pets and companions, but as…
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Jan 31 2019
February is Dental Month!
Most of us don’t think twice about brushing our teeth a couple of times a day or going to the dentist for a check-up and cleaning every six months or…
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Jan 24 2019
Winter Safety
Some dogs love the snow – they roll in it, eat it, and love to chase snowballs, while others would rather curl up by a cozy fire at their owner’s…
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Jan 17 2019
Change a Pet’s Life Day
January 24th is Change a Pet’s Life Day! This event was created 10 years ago by a group of animal lovers who wanted to recognize the hard work that shelter…