Shawn Finch is a small animal veterinarian. She works at Banfield, The Pet Hospital of Papillion. Her family pets include Ebony the Lab Mix, Joy the Puppy, Noodle the Poodle, Max the Cat, Piggy the guinea pig, Princess Gerbil and Fuzzy and Wuzzy Rats.
Pet-Friendly Gardening Gardening is a sure sign that spring is here again, but pet owners have to be extra careful. From poisonous plants for pets to pet friendly gardening products, one vet breaks down her gardening plan—plants, fences, boxes, composting, and...catmint! |
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Pet Overpopulation and You - Let's Start With You Pet overpopulation is a problem. Animal adoption, dog breeders, pet shelters, and rescue groups all play a part in pet ownership, as does having your pet spayed or neutered. However, there's an even simpler solution to this complex problem. |
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My Rat Wuzzy - Part 2 Wuzzy Rat returns! Part 1 told the story of a Hairless Dumbo Rex Rat and an ethical dilemma. Part 2 is about her surgery and the helpless feeling all pet owners experience (even when that pet owner is a vet). Will Wuzzy's story end in laughter or tears? |
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My Rat Wuzzy Pet owners often confront the emotional and financial stress of animal surgery. Wuzzy, in her senior years, teaches her owner, a local vet, that compassion is costly, and the weight of judgement heavy, even when the story stars just one little rat. |