Twin Trees Vet Talk (Free Vet Advice)In this video we discuss what to do if your pregnant pet is experiencing complications like pain or bleeding during labour and delivery. We also discuss what it means to be a responsible pet breeder, and some important things to keep in mind before breeding pets. We also discuss the responsibilities and medical costs required of pet ownership, and recommend that pet owners become informed of and prepared for these obligations prior to getting a pet.
Resources:
- Animal Shelter in Houston: “There is a 2.5 hour wait today to surrender an animal..” https://www.thedodo.com/close-to-home/houston-animal-shelter-drowning-in-dumped-dogs
Pet Statistics (ASPCA):
Canadian Animal Shelter Statistics (Humane Canada):
Pet Medical Insurance Saves Lives
Where to find a purebred or mixed breed rescue pet:
CVMA Position Statement on Responsible Pet Breeding:
- https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/documents/dog-breeding
AVMA Passes Policy on Responsible Pet Breeding:
A Code of Practice for Canadian Kennel Operations https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/documents/Code-of-Practice-for-Canadian-Kennel-Operations
AKC Guide to Responsible Pet Breeding
Guidelines for Responsible Pet Ownership https://www.avma.org/policies/guidelines-responsible-pet-ownership RESPONSIBILITIES OF OWNERSHIP https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/responsibilities-of-ownership