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Welcome to #AECPrevents, where the Animal Emergency Care team shares crucial information to keep your pets safe and healthy. Our blog is organized by categories like emergency care, pet health, and seasonal tips. Use the sidebar to the right to search for keywords, or filter blog entries by subject, and find the information most relevant to you and your pets.

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An illustrated blog header image featuring the title text "Juneteenth and Advancing Racial Equity in Veterinary Medicine." A Black woman in a white lab coat listens to the heart of a yellow lab with her stethoscope while a Black veterinary technician in green scrubs handles the patient. The Juneteenth flag colors feature in the banner background.

Juneteenth and Advancing Racial Equity in Veterinary Medicine

Happy Freedom Day! In celebration of Black resilience and joy, as well as recognition of our collective responsibility to address systemic barriers to inclusion in our profession, the AEC team invites our community to learn more about the history of Juneteenth and what we can do to help advance racial

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A siholouette of an open medicine bottle with a poison symbol spills pills onto a blue background. The blog title Pet Poison Prevention: Understanding Acetaminophen Toxicosis in Pets is prominent, along with the blog series subheading for AECprevents.

Pet Poison Prevention: Understanding Acetaminophen Toxicosis in Pets

What is acetaminophen toxicosis?  Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or Tylenol, is one of the most common analgesics on the market. It’s available over-the-counter to treat mild pain and fever in humans and is found in many homes. Acetaminophen comes in several forms, including pills (tablets and gel caps) and

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Bone Appetit: 5 Common Pet Nutrition Questions Answered

As with people, a balanced diet is a key component of your pet’s overall health and wellness.  Pets also have specific requirements to ensure their organs develop and function properly. These requirements vary among species and help ensure pets have adequate energy and maintain a healthy weight throughout their lifetime.

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5 Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe from a House Fire

Home emergencies like a house fire can strike at a moment’s notice, and taking time to prepare yourself and your pet will decrease stress and ensure a quick and safe response. More than 500,000 pets are affected in residential fires each year and, sadly, more than 40,000 pets die during

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An illustrated blog header image featuring the title text "Juneteenth and Advancing Racial Equity in Veterinary Medicine." A Black woman in a white lab coat listens to the heart of a yellow lab with her stethoscope while a Black veterinary technician in green scrubs handles the patient. The Juneteenth flag colors feature in the banner background.

Juneteenth and Advancing Racial Equity in Veterinary Medicine

Happy Freedom Day! In celebration of Black resilience and joy, as well as recognition of our collective responsibility to address systemic barriers to inclusion in our profession, the AEC team invites our community to learn more about the history of Juneteenth and what we can do to help advance racial

Read More »
A siholouette of an open medicine bottle with a poison symbol spills pills onto a blue background. The blog title Pet Poison Prevention: Understanding Acetaminophen Toxicosis in Pets is prominent, along with the blog series subheading for AECprevents.

Pet Poison Prevention: Understanding Acetaminophen Toxicosis in Pets

What is acetaminophen toxicosis?  Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or Tylenol, is one of the most common analgesics on the market. It’s available over-the-counter to treat mild pain and fever in humans and is found in many homes. Acetaminophen comes in several forms, including pills (tablets and gel caps) and

Read More »

Bone Appetit: 5 Common Pet Nutrition Questions Answered

As with people, a balanced diet is a key component of your pet’s overall health and wellness.  Pets also have specific requirements to ensure their organs develop and function properly. These requirements vary among species and help ensure pets have adequate energy and maintain a healthy weight throughout their lifetime.

Read More »

5 Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe from a House Fire

Home emergencies like a house fire can strike at a moment’s notice, and taking time to prepare yourself and your pet will decrease stress and ensure a quick and safe response. More than 500,000 pets are affected in residential fires each year and, sadly, more than 40,000 pets die during

Read More »

Older Posts

Rabies has always been one of the most feared infections in the animal world. Many are familiar with the story of Old Yeller and the beloved dog’s sad demise after...
Dogs are naturally social animals who enjoy time with their pet parents and other dog friends. Many pet parents bring their dogs everywhere because of their close bond, and because...
Most pets will experience a veterinary emergency in their lifetime. Pet accidents or emergencies can occur at any time, and a quick response will ensure a more positive outcome. Preparation...
Many pet owners are familiar with the recreational drug marijuana which is also referred to as weed, pot, or reefer. Marijuana has become more widely legal across the United States...
Rats and mice have a long-standing feud with their human counterparts, and they often cause irritation by building nests in homes or attics or eating plants and gardens. Many people...
The popularity of low sugar and low carbohydrate human diets has led to many creative ways to make food and sweets palatable.Xylitol is a popular sugar substitute used in many...
Springtime is almost here and many people and their pets will start spending more time outdoors as the weather slowly becomes warmer. Gardening is a popular and relaxing spring pastime...
More than 38% of U.S. homes have at least one family dog. Caring for a canine friend is a rewarding responsibility that brings wet kisses, walks in the park, and...