Last week’s most read posts –
- Socializing new puppies? Manage the right amount of playtime. Link.
Last AHD Bulletin –
- Animal Health Digest Bulletin, Thursday, October 13, 2022. Link.
10 commandments of dog ownership
Source: AHD, June 28, 2022. Link. Reposting because it is important to routinely reinforce the responsibilities of pet ownership, especially as winter and the holiday season arrives.
Different email sign-offs and when to use them
Source: Heinz Marketing, September 27, 2022. Link. Although an email is not a formal letter, the sign-off remains an important part of concluding your message. It’s important that your sign-off makes sense and works within the context of your email as it helps set the tone of how you communicate with your audience and their receptiveness back.
How much water does a dog need in a day?
Source: Great Pet Care, March 30, 2020. Link. “Dogs need, on average, 1 ounce of water per 1 pound of body weight per day. This varies depending on activity level, ambient temperature, and excitement, because panting will dehydrate your pup,” Gary Weitzman, DVM, MPH, CAWA, shared along with other factors.
Is it safe for cats to drink milk?
Source: Live Science, October 7, 2022. Link. The popular image of cats drinking milk probably emerged during the 19th century, however, giving milk to adult cats may do more harm than good. Cats often lose their tolerance for lactose when they get older.
Be gentle with yourself in real time
Source: Nedra Nuggets, August 16, 2022. Link. Accidents happen to everyone. Human error is normal. We need to be careful with how we describe ourselves to ourselves. When we have a negative inner dialogue, it will rip us to shreds.
We need to remember that we are human and show ourselves, and others, some grace.” – Nedra Tawwab