ARTICLES OF INTEREST
GENERAL INFORMATION

Ten commandments for a responsible pet owner
Ten meaningful reminders for all of us.

Making the Commitment to a Rescued Pet
Questions to consider and answer honestly before choosing to adopt a pet.

Caring for Your Pet After You're Gone
Your pet is a cherished member of the family. Have you considered providing for your pet's care after you're gone?

Financial Hardship and Your Pet
Pets have been among the voiceless victims of the current economic downturn. Animals have been left behind in foreclosed homes, and shelters are reporting that families are struggling to keep and feed pets.

DOG INFORMATION

Dog Toxins
This year, pet foods contaminated with melamine caused kidney failure and death in dogs. But unbeknownst to many dog owners, ordinary human foods - even in small quantities - can be just as lethal.

How to Choose a Trainer
Ever wondered about different training methods? Here are some thoughtful tips on finding the best method.

Oni Talks Dawg
Oni's answers to your questions about dogs appear in the
UAF Newsletter. Email her with your questions at dandydawgs@cableone.net .

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UAF Newsletter, email your snail mail address to insureu@cableone.net .

CAT INFORMATION

20 Reasons to Keep Your Cat Indoors
This list was developed over a lifetime of experiences with many, many cats. Each and every item on this list happens every day.

Common Myths About Spay and Neuter
It is not necessary or even desirable for a female cat to have a heat cycle before she is spayed.

Declawing Cats: Manicure or Mutilation?
There are effective and humane alternatives to declawing that can reduce or eliminate clawing damage.

Dental disease is common in cats
Just like humans, cats can have dental disease.

Cat Bladderstones
My cat had bladder stones. The vet took care of them, but now the cat is urinating on the bed! What do I do? Ambrosia answers these questions.

Mitzi's Kitty Chat
Mitzi's answers to your questions about cats appear in the UAF Newsletter. Email her with your questions at
kitty.chat@hotmail.com

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UAF Newsletter, email your snail mail address to insureu@cableone.net .

BUNNY INFORMATION

Bunny 101