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Building the Bond
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Service in a strange land

March 1, 2008

You must watch what you eat. You can't drink the water or even brush your teeth with it. Nothing is sterile. And yet, my experiences at a spay and neuter clinic in the Dominican Republic have been among the most rewarding in my career.

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Diagnosis: blocked!

January 1, 2008

My own illness gave me a glimpse into the tough road to recovery the patients at our clinic face every day—and how my care can make a difference.

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Big loser is a big winner

December 1, 2007

What's an over-the-hill pooch to do when her winsome curves have disappeared beneath layers of fat? Winnie, a 10-year-old Schnoodle, jumped on the underwater treadmill and exercised her way to fame in the Big Dog/Big Loser Weight Loss Competition, a contest launched by Anne Chauvet, DVM, Dipl.

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Did Father know best?

September 1, 2007

Probably not, but I learned better client care when my dad ignored my advice and picked a pet with his heart—not his head.

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A safe haven for pets

July 1, 2007

My idea to help abused families blossomed into a program that shelters pets while their families get the help they need to escape dangerous situations and rebuild their lives.

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A loyal pup who never forgot Mom

June 1, 2007

This surprise visitor taught one girl—and future veterinarian—that sorrow and sympathy aren't just human emotions.

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13 gentle gestures to help grieving clients

April 1, 2007

After a loss, take these steps to recognize clients' special relationships with their pets.

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Hanging tough

April 1, 2007

You never know what you're going to see in practice—it can be a real mixed bag.

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Life, love, loss

December 1, 2006

Saying goodbye is never easy. And you face this undeniable fact of life every day. The upside: You're in a position to ease your clients through the grieving process and help them celebrate the pets they love.

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