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Tips for Choosing the Right Dog Food

One of the most important steps you can take to ensure that your pet will maintain optimum health is to select the right dog food. One of the easiest ways to do this is to read the nutritional labels on the bag before purchasing.

While many pet owners want to follow the recommendations of their veterinarian when buying food for their dog, the reality is that veterinarians, in spite of their years of training, aren’t nutritionists. The best way to make an educated decision regarding dog food selection is to perform your own research and read through the nutritional label on the bag before purchasing, as you will then be able to make an informed decision about which food will best satisfy your pet’s needs. If you are looking for additional advice after research, consult of a canine nutritionist.

During your research, keep in mind that dogs are s subspecies of the grey wolf, meaning they require a diet high in protein. Many dog foods, however, are full of carbohydrates, grains and other fillers that dogs were not designed to eat. Many dog foods also contain ingredients that aren’t natural for your pet to eat, so read the nutritional labels carefully and make sure you recognize the ingredients in the food.

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Maintaining your Dog's Health

With the winter upon us in full force you may find yourself less and less tempted to take Fido out for those long walks through the wind and snow. That paired with the ever-increasing problem of obesity in our pets can result in some major repercussions for your dog’s health. However, preventing problems in your dog’s health doesn’t have to be that complicated. Check out this list of six tips for ensuring your pet maintains optimum health.

Food. There has been much written in the debate between commercially produced food and a raw diet, or homemade dog food. If you choose a raw diet, consider purchasing food from a local pet store to save time. If you are going to use commercial foods, select those of a veterinary grade, such as Science Diet or Purina Veterinary.

Water. Your dog should be drinking the same type of water you would give yourself, whether that be tap or filtered. Keeping your canine well hydrated is a simple way to maintain your dog’s health.

Exercise. Regular exercise is one of the most important parts of maintaining your dog’s health. Walking, running and swimming are some of the best exercises. However, if it’s cold outside, ball fetching and climbing stairs are also great ways to exercise your dog.

Grooming. You should bathe your pet regularly to ensure that his or her skin remains clean and clear of fleas. Ask your veterinarian to recommend a mild shampoo and soap.

Vaccines. Regular vaccinations are important for warding off common health problems like kennel dough and distemper, as well as less common health problems like rabies. Take your pet to the veterinarian regularly for vaccines and preventative medicine. Do be cautious about going overboard, however, since vaccines can stress your pet’s immune system.

Health supplements. To maintain optimum health, your dog needs to eliminate toxins from its body now and again. Supplements like milk thistle, mistletoe, echinacea purpurea, huang qi, and cat's claw will help eliminate toxins, boost your dog’s immune system, strengthen its organs and make it stronger, naturally.

For more information or to purchase veterinary labels, visit us at LabelValue.com.

11 Pet Dangers to Avoid during the Fall and Winter Months

The hot summer months are officially coming to an end. However, as the cooler weather slowly drifts in, it’s important to keep your pet in mind and the dangers that cool weather can post to your dog or cat. Here we have provided the top 11 pet dangers to be aware of this fall.

1. Antifreeze. Each year more than 10,000 dogs and cats are accidently poisoned with automotive antifreeze.
2. Allergies. Ragweed and mold are two of the biggest problems for pets, along with grass and dust. Look for signs of scratching, biting, sneezing, watery eyes, and rashes.
3. Arthritis. Cold weather can mean painfully inflamed joints for some animals. Look for signs of limping or having difficulty moving or sitting.
4. Mushrooms. While certain kinds of mushrooms may taste delicious and are, for many, a favorite part of fall, all mushrooms are toxic to dogs. Be alert for mushrooms when you are walking your dog.
5. Rodenticides. During the cold months, rodents are far more determined to get in your home and escape the cold. However, rodenticides can be fatal to your pet. The four types that can potentially kill your pet include: anticoagulants, cholecalciferol, bromethalin, and phosphides.
6. Compost. The decomposing organic material in your compost pile could be dangerous to your pet and cause a number of serious health complications.
7. Candy. Be careful not to let your pet get into the candy at Halloween. Not only is chocolate toxic to dogs, so are raisins and the sugar-free sweetener xylitol.
8. Thanksgiving. Be careful not to give your pet too many table scraps from dinner and to be cognizant of what you are giving them, as certain foods can be dangerous.
9. Cold weather. Indoor pets should not be left outdoors for long periods of time, as the cool temperatures can be dangerous to them. Consider buying a sweater for walks or booties to keep paws safe from ice and rock salt.
10. Decorations. Keep decorations out of reach, as they can all be dangerous to your pet.
11. Plants. There are many holiday plants that are toxic to dogs, including: holly, amaryllis, mistletoe, poinsettia, Christmas and Thanksgiving cactus, American and European bittersweet, chrysanthemum, Christmas rose, Jerusalem cherry, autumn crocus, and burning bush.

Veterinary resources:

Veterinary Labels

Vets Warning: Protect Pets from Garden and Lawn Hazards



Pets live for the time they're given to frolic in the grass, chase small animals and roll around in the mud.

But that cherished time in the yard during summer months brings more dangers to your animal -- and we're not just talking about the heat.

Here are some common threats to pets lurking in your yard:

·     Fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides and fungicides - Pets can be poisoned by coming into contact with concentrated products

·     Cacao Bean Mulch - This can cause poisoning in dogs, while other wood-based mulch does not

·     Be sure to store garden treatments that might be hazardous to your pet in tightly sealed containers that are difficult for them to reach

Resources for vets: Item# LV-Vet1
Veterinary Prescription Labels

Resources for Pet Owners:

Animal Poison Control Center

Look Ahead: October is veterinary technician month

In honor of the veterinary technicians who do so much behind the scenes, we're featuring our Veterinary Exam Checklist Labels.

Although this appreciation day isn't until October, we thought it would be fitting to look ahead. 

Product Details:

Veterinary exam checklist labels allow you to quickly write your observations directly on the label and permanently attach to your records or documents.  FREE Shipping.

The 12 key areas of observation on the exam checklist labels include: General Appearance, Attitude, Oral Cavity, MM, Eyes, Ears Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Abdomen Neuro/ Musculoskeletal, PLNs and Skin sections to record your observations.

Veterinary exam checklist label specifications:

• 4" x 3.25"
• 250 Labels Per Roll
• Permanent Adhesive
• Perforated between labels
• Free Shipping
• Part Number: LV-VET3

Weekend Feature: Veterinary prescription labels with paw print

Animals are your passion. So much so that you made it your full time job. Show your passion on your prescription labels with our LV-VET6 veterinary prescription labels with paw print.

Label Details:

• LabelValue brand
• Label Dimensions 2-3/4” x 2-1/8” (compare to Dymo 30258)
• 500 labels per roll
• Self sticking adhesive just peel and stick
• We can custom print your name, logo and address in up to three colors on this label call for more information.
• Free shipping
• Works with the following software:
  • DVM Manager™
  • IDEXX Better Choice™
  • Winvet®
  • AVImark®
  • ClienTrax
  • Complete Clinic
  • DVMAX®
  • IntraVet
  • Paws Practice
  • V-Tech
  • Vetech
  • Vetstar
  • and others

Feature Friday: Veterinary Exam Labels with Exam Checklist

We love our furry friends - just look at these cuties up for adoption at ASPCA.  Which is why we also love the veterinarians who care for them. Check out our veterinary labels that are on sale!

Veterinary exam checklist labels allow you to quickly write your observations directly on the label and permanently attach to your records or documents. 

The 12 key areas of observation on the exam checklist labels include: General Appearance, Attitude, Oral Cavity, MM, Eyes, Ears Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Abdomen Neuro/ Musculoskeletal, PLNs and Skin sections to record your observations. Veterinary exam checklist label specifications:

• 4" x 3.25"
• 250 Labels Per Roll
• Permanent Adhesive
• Perforated between labels
• Free Shipping
• Part Number: LV-VET3

Sneak Peek: New veterinary labels with paw print design

We've already featured the veterinary labels with caduceus emblem, now take a look at these veterinary labels with paw print watermark design.

Specifications:

• LabelValue brand
• Label Dimensions 2-3/4” x 2-1/8” (compare to Dymo 30258)
• 500 labels per roll
• Self sticking adhesive just peel and stick
• We can custom print your name, logo and address in up to three colors on this label call for more information.

• Works with the following software:
  • DVM Manager™
  • IDEXX Better Choice™
  • Winvet®
  • AVImark®
  • ClienTrax
  • Complete Clinic
  • DVMAX®
  • IntraVet
  • Paws Practice
  • V-Tech
  • Vetech
  • Vetstar

Feature Friday: Veterinary Prescription Labels with Caduceus

 

Veterinarians deserve to get high-quality prescription labels for less than the big-box brand.

That's why we've added another professional and functional label to our veterinary label inventory: the veterinary prescription label with caduceus. We offer quantity discounts for bulk orders.

It's 100-percent compatibility meets fabulous visual appeal.

Veterinary Prescription Labels with Caduceus:

• LabelValue brand
• Label Dimensions 2-3/4” x 2-1/8” (compare to Dymo 30258)
• 500 labels per roll
• Self sticking adhesive just peel and stick
• We can custom print your name, logo and address in up to three colors on this label call for more information.
• FREE SHIPPING
• Works with the following software:
  • DVM Manager™
  • IDEXX Better Choice™
  • Winvet®
• Part Number LV-Vet5

Veterinarian Time-Saver: Exam Checklists

We love veterinarians. It's because they care for the animals we love as if the dog, cat, gerbil or horse were their own.

For all that they do, vets deserve quality tools to help them do their job well and provide quality care for as many animals as possible.

That's why we're highlighting our veterinary exam checklist labels.

It's simple, really. The labels come pre-printed with 12 key areas of observation: general appearance, attitude, oral cavity, MM, eyes, ears, cardiovascular, respiratory, abdomen, neuro/musculoskeletal, PLNs and skin.

Veterinarians record their observations during the animal exam, peel off the label and stick it permanently on records and documents.