PETS
There must be a lesson in here somewhere...
Two of my favorite things are fireworks and thunderstorms. Two of Cooper's least favorite things are fireworks and thunderstorms. Go figure. Cooper is our big orange dog - the one that barks at anyth...
Posted on 5/4/13 at 10:49 PM
Friends
As usual, had a great time emceeing the Raise Your Paws for Pets dinner last night to benefit the Circle of Friends Humane Society in Grand Forks. It's also great to see the event grown so much in the...
Posted on 4/5/13 at 6:38 AM
Smell of the river
As my skis slid through the tracks in front of me, I noticed an unexpected sensationfill my entire being, from head to toe. There I was, thrusting one foot in front of the other in rhythmic harmony w...
Posted on 2/24/13 at 11:02 AM
Lawmakers look into pet mills, consider licensing and inspection
By Danielle Killey Animals rescued from so-called puppy mills often are sick, starving and dirty. But groups like the Animal Humane Society cannot enter those sites until a complaint is lodged abou...
Posted on 2/13/13 at 6:12 PM
Winter Visitor
I had planned on one more Christmas column this week but I found a story that I want to tell today. Please have a nice time with your family, take time to reflect on the true meaning of this h...
Posted on 12/22/12 at 9:16 AM
Pet Care: Is puppy excited or anxious?
Dear Dr. Fox: I believe my 10-month-old puppy suffers from anxiety. He runs in circles and barks like crazy when he sees a tree, mailbox or person. Please help; I don’t know what to do.By By Dr. Michael Fox , November 02, 2012
Two of three rescued Minnesota horses adopted 
WILLMAR, Minn. — A spokesperson for the Humane Society of Kandiyohi and Meeker Counties said Thursday the prognosis for a rescued colt is “poor at best,” while the two mares that were rescued were being released to homes on Thursday.
By Forum Communications , November 01, 2012
Donations sought for rescued Minnesota horses 
WILLMAR, Minn. — Three horses are in the care of the Humane Society of Kandiyohi and Meeker Counties after being surrendered over the weekend by their Kerkhoven, Minn., owners.
By Forum Communications , October 29, 2012
Pet Care: Allergies cause ulcers
Dear Dr. Fox: I have a 5-year-old yellow tabby who gets rodent ulcers on her upper lip. This occurs every six weeks to three months. She has had them since she was 2 years old. The vet has been giving her laser treatments for the past year. She gets a Depo-Medrol shot. This time she had to take ClindaCure twice a day.By By Dr. Michael Fox , October 25, 2012
More than 60 cats seized from Duluth home 
DULUTH, Minn. - City police animal-control workers are working on an animal-hoarding case where more than 60 cats and kittens were found in a Central Hillside home.
By Forum Communications , October 23, 2012
Prairie Winds Veterinary Center opens in south Fargo 
Veterinarian will focus on cats, dogs, horsesFARGO – Alicia Wisnewski entered veterinary school with the idea she would one day own her own clinic.
By Wendy Reuer , October 18, 2012
Pet Care: Pets have remote senses
Dear readers: Dogs, cats, humans and other animals sometimes have the ability to engage in remote sensing. Through what I have termed the “empathosphere,” animals are able to sense when a family member has a serious accident or dies before anyone else knows. They show evident distress at the time of the accident or death, which is later confirmed.By By Dr. Michael Fox , October 18, 2012
Pet Care: Bladder stones linked to diet
Dear Dr. Fox: I adopted two purebred rag doll cats from the SPCA when they were a year old. I’ve had them for five years with no problems – until now.By By Dr. Michael Fox , October 12, 2012
Pet Care: When to let go of a pet
Dear Dr. Fox: Your recent column “A Time for Compassion” is one of several I have read recently regarding painless deaths for aged or ill animals. I am beginning to wonder if euthanasia is always humane and would welcome your guidelines.By By Dr. Michael Fox , October 05, 2012
Dog survives 11-mile ride stuck in car grille 
October 02, 2012
F-M Humane Society, Stockmen’s group oppose animal rights measure 
Organizations say law doesn’t go far enough; group that worked to get measure on ballot argues changes are steps in right directionFARGO – The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association showed its political side Saturday with a presentation opposing Measure 5, a proposed animal rights law on the Nov. 6 ballot.
By Charly Haley , September 29, 2012
Pet Care: Fiber overload a problem
Dear Dr. Fox: We have two Boston terriers, Kash and Carrie. About a month ago, Carrie started leaving feces around the house. (The bits are small – about 1 inch in size.) We took Carrie to a vet who prescribed Prion and metronidazole. Neither of those medications helped her. The vet didn’t know what was wrong with her. Her food (Purina Fit & Trim) didn’t change. She is 8 years old.By By Dr. Michael Fox , September 28, 2012
Cat goes to vet for flea bath but gets mistakenly euthanized 
GARDNER, Mass. — A Massachusetts woman says her cat went to the veterinarian for a flea bath but was mistakenly euthanized.
September 23, 2012
Pet Care: Licking may be OCD
Dear Dr. Fox: We have a 4½-year-old female Chihuahua named Angel. She is an alert and friendly dog, but she has one quirk that we do not understand.By By Dr. Michael Fox , September 21, 2012
Pet Care: Oily hair, dry skin puzzling
Dear Dr. Fox: I have a 7 1/2-year-old Yorkshire terrier. Ever since I’ve had him, he has had very dry skin. A few years ago, his hair became very oily, but his skin remained dry. Three days after giving him a bath, his hair is very oily.By By Dr. Michael Fox , September 14, 2012
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