While the whole world was glued to their televisions for the Super Bowl, another bowl was taking place featuring players vastly cuter.  Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl IX is the highlight of the football season for those who prefer softer and gentler players.

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Have you seen the heart-wrenching movie (or read the book) Marley & Me?  Many of my clients have shared the connection they felt to the pet health circumstances faced by Luke Wilson and Jennifer Aniston as Marley’s owners, so I decided to feel the Hollywood-style Labrador Retriever love and gave the movie a screening.

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We recently informed Flexcin Blog readers about pop princess Britney Spears’ new canine companion and family member in the article: Who’s Britney’s New Bitch? Unfortunately, it turns out that little @HannahSpears has suffered multiple bouts of illness requiring her to spend time seeking treatment at the veterinary hospital.  Does it have anything to do with where Britney bought her from?

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Finally, something is being done about the toxic chicken jerky treat situation. If you are not yet aware, some pets are being sickened or even dying after eating chicken jerky treats made in China. The exact toxic mechanism associated with the treats has not yet been discovered.

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All too often people leave the veterinarian's office more confused than before they walked in.  The terminology used in the medical field can be very confusing, especially for those without a medical degree.  I'm here to help you better understand your pet’s health in a clear and concise manner.  As the second part of our guide to common medical terms, we introduce to you common suffixes.

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When you go to the veterinarian, do you leave feeling confused about your pet’s current state of wellness or illness?   Were you subjected to an flood of medical terminology that doesn’t make sense or is hard to remember.  Although I use scientific terms in my veterinary practice and Flexcin Blog, I consider that most of clients and audience do not have medical degrees and just want to better understand their pet’s health in a clear and concise manner.

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Cats are mysterious creatures and oftentimes we don’t understand their intentions. Despite their domestication and interaction with humans for hundreds of years, their behavior is still shrouded by numerous myths. Read on to find out what you know or should I say, what you thought you knew about cats.

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As pets get older, you're going to spend more time on the road visiting veterinary hospital for examination, diagnostic testing, and medical treatment of your pet.  While in transit, an ill or injured pet is less able to stabilize itself when conditions are shaky, which can cause serious trauma to an unrestrained pet.  Are you keeping your pet safe while traveling?

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Have you heard the remarkable tale of Kabang, the Filipino hero dog?  It’s quite the inspirational and ongoing story of overcoming adversity.  In December, 2011 Kabang, a female, mixed breed pooch hailing from Zamboanga City, Philippines suffered severe injuries when a motorcycle’s wheel spokes lacerated her face.

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My condolences go out to Miley Cyrus and her family, as they recently suffered the unfortunate loss of Lila, their beloved canine companion.  Lila was a 2 year old Yorkshire Terrier mix and one of Cyrus’ many rescue dogs. Despite the immense amount of love Cyrus had for her, Lila may have fallen victim to a simple mistake.  Do you know how to keep your pets safe?

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