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      <description>These articles that had the largest increase in popularity over the last week</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:09:00 +0000</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Veterinary Knowledge Quizzes]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/freestuff/a/triviaarchive.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Veterinary Trivia game - stay sharp with these fun veterinary quizzes! ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ Another cat rescued from a hoarder]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/petadoption/ig/SPCA-photo-gallery/cat-hoarder2.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[This is a companion gallery to my six-part interview with Beth Brookhouser of the Monterey County SPCA in California. In this gallery, see some startling before and hopeful after cases of animal abuse and neglect involving dog, cat and horse cases.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ SPCA workers are on the scene]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/petadoption/ig/SPCA-photo-gallery/cat-hoarder5.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[This is a companion gallery to my six-part interview with Beth Brookhouser of the Monterey County SPCA in California. In this gallery, see some startling before and hopeful after cases of animal abuse and neglect involving dog, cat and horse cases.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Christmas Trees]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/toxicology/f/christmastrees.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A viewer of this site asked: &quot;Are Christmas trees poisonous to cats?  My cat was chewing on the end of a branch last night and although she appears to be fine, I have had issues in the past with her eating plants and getting very sick.&quot; Learn more about Christmas tree hazards and pets in this FAQ.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Equine Diseases and Conditions]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/equinehorseinformation/a/bldiseases_eq.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Links to equine medical information, nutrition, and medicine. Hoof care, infectious diseases, nutrition, vaccinations, veterinary care and more, all to related horse health information.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ Cardigan Welsh Corgi Says Hello]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/dogbreed1/ig/Westminster-Dog-Show-2009/Cardigan-Welsh-Corgi.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A look at the stories and photos of the 133rd Westminster dog show in New York City. This show was held on February 9 and 10 of 2009.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Aging Pet Care Awareness]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesandconditions/a/seniorawareness.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A comment that I hear frequently (and say myself!) is that pets don't live long enough. As veterinary medicine advances and pet lover's awareness grows, longer and healthier lifespans are possible. Average pet lifespan varies greatly between dogs, cats and breeds. Being aware of the changes age brings will help owners prepare for optimal pet health in the senior years.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Veterinary Q &amp; A Archive]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/diseasesall/a/vetquesarchives_2.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Veterinary Questions and Answers Archive - Veterinary Medicine]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Poisonings in Pets]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/dogdiseasesp/a/petpoisoning.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Poisonings in Pets: Learn the signs of poisoning, what to do, and what substances are poisonous to pets.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Understanding Euthanasia]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/lossandgrief/a/euthanasia_2.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Understanding Euthanasia - Veterinary Medicine]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ Puppy being syringe-fed]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/petadoption/ig/SPCA-photo-gallery/pup-syringe.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[This is a companion gallery to my six-part interview with Beth Brookhouser of the Monterey County SPCA in California. In this gallery, see some startling before and hopeful after cases of animal abuse and neglect involving dog, cat and horse cases.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dental 4th Premolar Extraction]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/dogdiseasesconditions/ss/SlabFxDental_5.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The tooth has been split and the first part of the tooth is being removed.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dog: Nervous System Diseases]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/dognz/a/dognervous.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Nervous System Diseases and Conditions of Dogs]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to give your pet a bath]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesandconditions/ht/HT_fleabath.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[How to get the most out of a flea bath, the start of a good flea control program. Not every itchy dog (or cat) has fleas, though. Be sure to consult with your veterinarian if your pet is itching or has inflamed skin before initiating treatment or special shampoos. A shampoo is a good starting point for flea control, but must be used with other forms of flea control to be effective in the long term.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dietary Indiscretion]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/nutrition/a/042904a.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Just when you think you are taking the best care of your pets as possible, they find something icky to chew on! Why do dogs (and cats) eat the things they do? We may never know all the answers to this seemingly simple question. Probably because it smelled good, they were hungry, or just plain curious. Is it something you should be concerned about? Read on... ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Common Household Poisons]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/toxicology/tp/commonpoisons.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The average home contains many possible poisons for pets and children. Properly storing and locking up hazardous items is the first step to preventing accidental poisonings. It is also important to realize the ability of many pets to chew through child locking caps and &quot;safe&quot; containers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pet Loss &amp; Grief]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/lossandgrief/a/PetLossResource.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Today, with pets living longer, healthier lives and enjoying such an integral position in the human family, grief over losing a pet is a serious concern. Thankfully, fellow pet lovers, veterinary schools and counseling professionals now offer a wide variety of resources for those experiencing the pain of losing a dearly loved pet. This article highlights the stages of grief and some of the various resources available.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ Border Collie Intensity]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/dogbreed1/ig/Westminster-Dog-Show-2009/Border-Collie.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A look at the stories and photos of the 133rd Westminster dog show in New York City. This show was held on February 9 and 10 of 2009.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is Apathetic Hyperthyroid]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesconditionsfaqs/f/ap_hyperT4.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Hyperthyroidism is an endocrine disease that is very common in senior cats. This disease is caused by an overproduction of circulating thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland. There are many possible clinical signs; animals will present a few or many of the signs. The most common signs seen in cases of hyperthyroidism are often absent in what is known as Apathetic Hyperthyroidism.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cat: Cancer]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/catdiseasesc/a/catcancer.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Cancer (oncology) of Cats - General Information]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Glossary Term: FLUTD]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/terminology/g/G_FLUTD.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[FLUTD was previously known as FUS (Feline Urologic Syndrome). This condition is common in cats, and may be seen as straining to urinate, urinating in odd (non litterbox) places or bloody urine. This condition may be life-threatening, and it is always wise to see your veterinarian immediately before any urethral blockage occurs.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ Cats found during a rescue from a hoarder]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/petadoption/ig/SPCA-photo-gallery/cat-hoarder1.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[This is a companion gallery to my six-part interview with Beth Brookhouser of the Monterey County SPCA in California. In this gallery, see some startling before and hopeful after cases of animal abuse and neglect involving dog, cat and horse cases.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Paws to Protect]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/winterhealthhazards/qt/winterpaws.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Winter boots are essential wear for humans to provide traction and protection on snow and ice. Our pets need special care and attention for their feet during harsh weather, too. Learn how to minimize injury and discomfort for your pet's paws and be aware of other winter dangers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is the pancreas?]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesconditionsfaqs/f/FAQ_pancreas.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Most everyone has heard the anatomical term &quot;pancreas&quot;, but just what is the pancreas, anyway? What is the function of the pancreas, and what happens when it isn't working properly? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this FAQ.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Veterinary Q &amp; A - Holiday Eating and Pets]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/library/weekly/aa112503a.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Veterinary Q &amp; A - Holiday Eating and Pets: holiday dinner table table scraps human counterparts dietary regime insidious disease]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dealing with guilt]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/lossandgrief/f/FAQ_griefguilt.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Pets depend on us for food and shelter and cannot directly tell us how they feel, so when something happens to our pet (i.e. illness, accident, death), the feelings of &quot;letting our pet down&quot; often turn to feelings of guilt and anger or denial. What can be done to ease the guilt when we are feeling low? Read this FAQ for some tips on dealing with grief and guilt.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[A Day in the Life of a Veterinary Medical Technician]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/library/weekly/aa110599.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A Day in the Life of a Veterinary Technician: waldorf maryland vet assistant emergency technician emergency practice veterinary hospitals]]></description>
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