The Visiting Vet

Grief...

Navigating grief after saying goodbye to a pet The grief that follows the loss of a pet can feel overwhelming. Why experts say acknowledging grief is essential for healing.

Dogs usually get carsick for physical or psychological reasons. And sometimes the latter can cause the former. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/car-sickness-in-dogs/

FYI, there was a recent glitch with Home Again microchip registration. They are all correctly registered, but you may have received an email confirming that this week. There is nothing additional you need to do if you got this email. Thanks

Does your dog need to lose some weight? I over ordered! Selling some diet/wt control dog food. I have 3-4 bags of prescription Purina OM kibble 25 #. Selling under cost at $85/bag. Online places like Chewy sell this for $120 -132/bag. Message me if you are interested. Thanks!

For some cats, attempting to hug them is an exercise in futility. The squirming. The agonizing look in her eyes. Others—and some breeds in particular—are very affectionate and love to lay on laps, nuzzle into necks and yes, hug. Read more and let us know, does your cat like to be hugged? https://www.catster.com/cat-behavior/what-do-cats-really-think-about-hugs/

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With their expressive faces and demonstrative body language, dogs manage to communicate a wide range of emotions to their humans. But the jury is still out on whether dogs actually understand when they do something wrong and feel guilty. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/do-dogs-feel-guilt/ #

Pet insurance...

Is pet insurance worth it? A veterinarian explains what every pet owner should know before buying Is pet insurance worth it? An AVMA veterinarian explains the "pet insurance gap," what policies won't cover, and how to choose coverage before an emergency.

Happy June! I will be at the Comstock Community Center lot today from 830 am until at least 1145 am before leaving for housecalls. Have a great day!