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   <title>About.com Veterinary Medicine: What's Hot Now</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:29:56 +0000</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[H1N1 and Animal News]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/zoonotic/tp/H1N1news.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Stories about the H1N1 virus is in the news daily, and can be overwhelming. This news archive is focused on animal cases of H1N1.  According to the CDC, the swine version (influenza type A H1N1) was first isolated from a pig in 1930. To date, The H1N1 cases documented in turkeys, ferrets and a cat have caught the H1N1 virus from humans, not the other way around. Stay informed, but do not panic. Common sense prevention - washing hands and isolating sick individuals is important to reduce spread.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Winter Weather Safety]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/winterinfo/a/winterpetprotec.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[For pets out in the cold, winter weather can quickly become deadly. Learn ways to keep your pet healthy and safe during the winter months.]]></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[Top 6 Winter Items for Pets]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/winterhealthhazards/tp/WinterTips.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Pets in harsh winter climates need extra protection during the snowy, icy winter months. These items will help keep snow and ice at bay and ensure your pet's comfort and safety.]]></description>
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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[How To Find a Veterinarian]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/c/ht/00/07/How_Find_Veterinarian0962935145.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[a how to guide on finding a veterinarian, vet specialist, or vet clinic in your area.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Meet DrV at Pawcurious]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/veterinaryqa/a/DrVinterview.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Veterinarians know the value of client education. A client knowledgeable about pet health will often recognize signs of illness early on and is well-equipped to follow through with diagnostic and treatment plans. Veterinarians have traditionally reached out to clients in the hospital setting. Now, increasing numbers of veterinarians are reaching out to clients via the Internet. Meet one vet who is doing this successfully and helping pets worldwide through her blog and other social media tools.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pets and Fireworks]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/diseasesall/a/petsfireworks.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[As many pet owners know, fireworks and thunder storms can cause a great deal of stress for some animals. Learn how to avoid stress for your pets, and tips to keep them from running when the sparks start flying.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ A Pharaoh Hound All Decked Out]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/dogbreed1/ig/Westminster-Dog-Show-2009/Pharaoh-Hound.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[New kitten exam]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesconditionscat/f/newkittenexam.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Adding a new kitten to the family is always exciting. Sometimes it is a pre-planned and highly anticipated event, sometimes it is a spontaneous adoption-rescue. Either way, along with shopping for all of the new necessary items like food, dishes and litter boxes, be sure to schedule in some time for that first vet check. The earlier, the better.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cat Diseases: Cardio]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/catdiseasesc/a/catcardio.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Conditions and Diseases of Cats]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pet Safety Tips and Alerts]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/toxicology/tp/PetSafetyTips.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Keeping our pets safe is a year-round job, with emphasis on holidays and special occasions. Pets chew up and eat things humans never would think of consuming. Sometimes we unknowingly give our pets human foods or medications that are deadly poison. We love taking our pets with us - across town or on a vacation - but caution is advised: temperature (and humidity) extremes may be dangerous or deadly to our pets. This page is the safety tip archive covering several pet safety topics and tips.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Vet Internships &amp; Residencies]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/career/a/vetinternreside_2.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Veterinary Internships and Residencies]]></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[Pets and Fireworks - Safety considerations]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/library/weekly/aa062900.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Pets and Fireworks - Safety considerations: practice fire safety fireworks safety thunder storms prolonged stress open fires]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Fall Allergy Season for Pets]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesandconditions/a/VVP_fallallergy.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Just like people, animals suffer from seasonal allergies too. Fall allergens such as ragweed and molds are common causes of allergic reactions. Find out what to look for and how to minimize your pet's exposure to allergens in your environment in this pet news press release.]]></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[Guide Reviews Archive]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/giftideasforpets/tp/guide-review-archive.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn about a variety of pet and veterinary products, books, music and gifts, reviewed by the About.com Veterinary Medicine Guide, Janet Tobiassen Crosby DVM.]]></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[Cold Weather Checklist]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/diseasesall/a/coldweatherlist_2.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Make a list and check it twice to keep your pets safe when cold weather strikes. Winter can be hard on pets, just as it is for their human counterparts. Outdoor pets in cold climates need additional food to have energy to stay warm in addiction to fresh water and appropriate housing. Learn what to do to keep your pet safe and comfortable this winter season.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why does my pet itch?]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesconditionsfaqs/f/FAQ_atopyitch.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Pets itch, scratch, bite, and lick themselves for many reasons. Some of the more common itch-inciting causes include: skin parasites, bacterial or fungal skin infections, stress or boredom, contact irritants and inhalant allergies. This FAQ examines inhalant allergies, otherwise known as atopy.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Feline Stress]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesconditionsfaqs/qt/catstresstips.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Despite the laid-back outward appearance (i.e. frequent cat naps) of many cats, having a &quot;stressed out&quot; cat is not something most owners worry about. That said, cats can become stressed by many things. Just what stresses cats out is not always obvious, and stress may manifest in many forms. Read this article to learn about cat stress and find out ways to keep your cat calm.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Lipoma Removal]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/diseasesandconditions/ss/Lipomas_4.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Bluntly dissecting around the lipoma with scissors]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Vet Q &amp; A: Seizures in Pets]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/diseasesall/a/seizuresinpets_2.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Seizures in Pets - how to recognize, what to do, and how to control.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ear Infections]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/cataf/a/earinfections.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Veterinary Q &amp; A - Ear Infections and Conditions]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Swiffer Jet Rumor]]></title>
            <link>http://vetmedicine.about.com/cs/diseasesall/a/swiffer.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Veterinary Toxicologists regard allegations of liver failure and death from household cleaner as unfounded.]]></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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