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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 »

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Advances in veterinary medicine have resulted in your pets living longer, healthier lives. Additionally, worldwide pet vaccination programs have vastly decreased your dog’s chances of contracting dangerous infectious diseases, which...
Pets, like people, thrive with a consistent daily routine, proper nutrition, regular exercise, and preventive medical care. The human-animal bond is a vital part of caring for a pet, and...
Like people, pets can experience pain from a variety of medical problems. However, most pets are skilled at masking signs of illness or discomfort, and it can be challenging for...
It can be difficult for pet owners to resist the adoring eyes of their four-legged companions and not shower them with treats. However, offering your pet too many treats or...
The delicious aroma of chocolate can be difficult for many people to resist and pets are no different. However, chocolate can be toxic to pets and may cause death in...
The approach of summer brings a spike in temperatures, and the warmer weather tempts many pet owners to spend more time outside with their pets. However, taking your four-legged friend...
It is not uncommon for pets to mimic their owner’s expressions, moods, or love for the same delicious treats. Our pets are family and naturally we want to share all...
Seasonal sweets and treats are upon us and as the temperatures drop, a wide selection of holiday foods appears to celebrate the holiday season. Many pet owners want to ensure...