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This Labor Day, remember dogs who “work” for our living

In honor of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 6, Banfield would like to remember the hundreds of thousands of dogs who “work” as service dogs everyday in meaningful ways. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a dog is considered a “service dog” if it is has been “individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a person with a disability.”
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When “back to school” for kids means time home alone for dogs

Now that kids have headed back to school, more Pets might find themselves at home alone during the daytime hours. While many dogs handle this situation with ease, others experience severe distress, leading to undesirable results for both your dog and your household possessions.
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Banfield hosts Pet Healthcare Industry Summit in Portland, Ore.

Almost a decade ago, Banfield hosted the first Pet Healthcare Industry Summit. A unique gathering of worldwide leaders in the animal and Pet health business, this year’s Summit highlighted animal welfare and economic and government changes influencing the industry.
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Banfield veterinarian to appear on Live! With Regis and Kelly

As part of the show’s week-long feature on dogs, Jennifer Jellison, DVM, will appear on tomorrow’s taping of Live! With Regis and Kelly in a segment about basic Pet care.
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Boating with your Pet this summer

In most parts of the country, the weather is hitting record high temperatures. If your summer plans include boating, and you plan on bringing your Pet, a few safety considerations will ensure that you and your Pets enjoy the summer fun. Any time your Pet leaves home, he or she should have a properly fitted collar or harness, as well as an identification tag with current contact information. While many dogs love to swim, not all dogs are great swimmers.
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