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Welcome to Critter Care Vet Clinic |
 We are committed to the care of your pet and to you by providing friendly and medically sound pet health care. Dr. Connie Lindley has over 30 years of experience. The latest medical technology and procedures are used to provide quality health care for your pet.
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Shar Pei Wrinkles Explained
Dog geneticists iron out the mystery
by Jonathan Amos - Science correspondent, BBC News
Just how did the Shar-pei get its famous wrinkled appearance? Scientists who have analysed the genetics of 10 pedigree dog breeds believe they now have the answer. Their research identifies 155 distinct locations in the animals' genetic code that could play a role in giving breeds their distinctive appearances.
In the Shar-pei, the team found differences in a gene known as HAS2 which makes an enzyme known to be important in the production of skin. |
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Horses - Deworming Schedule |
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Deworming Schedule for Horses
Keeping the parasites at bay
Control of gastrointestinal equine parasites may seem confusing. Internal parasites come in many forms, can affect your horse throughout the parasitic life cycle, and thrive in pastures where your horse grazes, exercises, and plays.
In fact, it is no surprise that parasitism is the most common equine disease. However, by establishing a regular deworming schedule to target and eliminate worms and stomach bots, as well as to prevent their reoccurrence, you can help keep your horse parasite-free. There are a variety of medicines, technically called "dewormers" but commonly referred to as "wormers," to help control internal parasites in your horse.
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