Shelley Wenger
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Small town country girl in southern Pennsylvania. Raising two boys on a small farm filled with horses, goats, chickens, rabbits, ducks, dogs, and a cat. Certified veterinary technician and writer at Virtually Shelley.
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Dog Park Etiquete
Many people love to take their dogs places. They love showing them off, as well as give them plenty of opportunities to run and play (like dogs)! For this reason, dog parks are becoming more popular. They are popping up all over the United States.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Petlife
Leptospirosis In Dogs
Leptospirosis is a serious bacterial infection that affects both domestic and wild animals. It is zoonotic, which means that it can also be transmitted to humans. In fact, one to two hundred humans get Leptospirosis every year. Even worse, this disease can be fatal, so it is important to know everything that you can about the disease.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Petlife
Why Children Need a Dog
Most children decide that they need a new puppy at some point in their lives. They may pester their parents for months until they finally decide to give in. Others hold off as long as they possibly can because they don't think that they have the time for a new puppy. They may not want to be in charge of another living thing!
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Petlife
Annual Examinations and Your Pet
When you get the card in the mail that your pet is due for vaccines and an annual examination, you may be wondering if that is really necessary. Your dog or cat may be very healthy, and you may not see the need to make an appointment to take him or her to the veterinarian. That being said, it is really important to take your pet to the veterinarian when he or she is due for an annual examination.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Petlife
What You Need to Know About Your Dog's Vaccines
When you go to the veterinarian for vaccines, you may be asked about several vaccines. This can become confusing, and you may not be sure exactly what your dog needs. You don't want to over-vaccinate your dog, but you also need to make sure that he or she gets the vaccines that are necessary.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Petlife
Some More Things Vet Techs (And Vets) Are Tired of Hearing
The response from my articles, Things Vet Techs (And Vets) Are Tired of Hearing and all of the rest, have been overwhelming. The job is continuing to be overwhelming and the amount of things that clients complain about are becoming unbearable.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Petlife
Should You Still Be Driving?
As people age, they are more likely to become injured. Even a fall out of bed could be disastrous. In fact, falls, burns, poisoning, and automobile accidents are the most common safety problems in older adults. These people are also more likely to sustain life-threatening injuries because of both internal and external factors. That being said, there is no set age when a person should stop driving.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Humans
Reasons to Spay and Neuter Your Pet
When you get a new puppy or kitten, there are a lot of veterinary visits that you may or may not have expected. He or she will need to have vaccines every three to four weeks, until your puppy or kitten is over sixteen weeks of age. If you get him or her later in life, your puppy or kitten will need at least two sets of vaccines in order to be fully protected.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Petlife
