June 2010
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Two Heifers Return Home to Enjoy the Simple PleasuresThere might not be anything unusual about a pair of year-old heifers enjoying the rich springtime grass on a sunny afternoon. But Faye and Meggie are lucky to be home on the farm, indulging in such a peaceful, mundane activity. The pair was presented to the Widener Hospital on March 5th. The diagnosis for both: Type B Botulism toxicity, caused by Clostridium botulinum. |
Summertime: Prime time for HeartwormAfter a long winter, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. In addition to lazy days, lemonade and family vacations, pet owners may also know that with the warmer weather comes heartworm season. Heartworms (Dirofilaria immitis) are parasites that, if left untreated, can be serious and deadly for cats, dogs, ferrets and many other species of mammals. But what, exactly, is a heartworm, how does a pet get them and what can an owner do to protect his pets? |
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Events
First Tuesdays Lecture SeriesA free educational lecture series for horse owners and horse enthusiasts at New Bolton Center |
See photos from the James M. Moran, Jr. Critical Care Center dedication >> |