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Spring has sprung! And as we start to see our familiar feathered friends returning, birds and other wildlife will begin breeding and rearing their young. During this time of year and through the summer months, you or someone you know might come across a fallen bird's nest or maybe a bunny that looks injured or sick. Many people might not know what to do. If you come across any wildlife you think is in need of your help, please take a moment to access the situation.
 More often than not, baby birds and mammals are "rescued" when help is not needed. These "kidnappings" can be avoided. If you find and unfeathered baby bird, look for a nest in nearby trees, bushes, or on the ground (possibly damaged.) A baby bird put back in nests WILL be cared for by its parents.
If there is no nest or parent birds seen, or if the baby looks sick or injured it needs to go to a wildlife rehabilitation center ASAP. Put the baby in a warm safe place (a shoe box or paper bag if needed) until you can transport the bird. Baby birds cannot self regulate heat so you will NEED to provide them with heat. A hot water bottle wrapped in a towel in the box is usually sufficient for short periods of time.
Many baby birds that are found hopping around on the ground and that are feathered are assumed to be orphaned and are unnecessarily taken. These little guys often don't need our help and should be left to go on their way without humans and pets interfering.
Many people come across the path of a baby bunny during the spring. Bunnies are similar in that they are often "rescued" when it is not needed. Bunnies wander out of the comforts of their nests quite young. If you find a baby bunny that has its eyes open he is probably fine. Bunny nests are often found and damaged easily. Mother rabbits WILL accept young returned to the nest even after human contact. If you find babies with eyes closed and can't find the nest, take them to a wildlife rehabilitation center ASAP and supplement with heat.
Please keep wildlife,their young, and their nests safe by restricting access from our pets. If you find any wildlife that is obviously injured, it is an emergency! Please contact a wildlife rehabilitation center immediately.
In St.Paul you can call the wildlife rehabilitation center at 651-486-9453. It is located on north Dale St. You can also call Wildlife Rehabilitation and Release wildlife intake exam located in the Animal Humane society in Golden Valley at 763-522-4325. They also provide a great wildlife hotline that has pre-recorded answers to the most common questions asked.
If you would like more information on wildlife rehabilitation or volunteering you can contact any of the numbers listed above. |
Veterinary Assistant Shayla Gets Accepted to Vet School!! |
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Carver Lake Veterinary Center is very proud to announce that Veterinary Assistant Shayla has been accepted to Vet School!
 She has been accepted at both the University of Minnesota - College of Veterinary Medicine and the Iowa State University - College of Veterinary Medicine. Although she has not yet decided which school she will be attending, we know that any Vet School would be lucky to have her!
Shayla has been planning on becoming a Vet since she was little. She has worked in veterinary clinics for over 4 years and has been a wonderful part of the Carver Lake team since early 2006.
This May, Shayla will be graduating from the University of Wisconsin - River Falls with a degree in Biology, and a minor in Chemistry. Her education and experience make her an exceptional candidate for vet school and we know that she has chosen the right career.
2007 will be an exciting year for Shayla. As she prepares for Vet School this fall, she is also busy planning her wedding which will take place this July!
We want to congratulate Shayla and share with all of you just how proud we are of her. She will be a fantastic addition to the veterinary profession.
Learn more about Shalya here. | |
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 A common misconception among cat owners is that keeping their cats indoors will keep them safe from disease and infection. Though keeping your cat indoors will decrease their chances of illness and injury, it does not guarantee that they won't be exposed to parasites inside your home.
In a study published in the Journal of American Medical Association it was found that at least 25% of cats with heartworm disease are indoor cats.
Parasites find their way to your indoor cat through a number of ways. Have you ever seen a bug in your house? Mosquitoes can get into your home and infect your cat with heartworm - even if your cat never sets a paw outside! Heartworm is a very serious disease and is much harder to treat than it is to prevent. Often, by the time a cat presents with symptoms of a heartworm infection they have permanent damage to their vital organs.
Many other parasites, such as hookworm and roundworm, can be spread through infected feces and soil. If you have other pets that go outdoors, or if you ever come in with dirt on your shoes, your feline friends can also be exposed to the infected dirt that came inside with you. Infections such as these can cause things like vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy, and anemia.
Fleas can get into your house by riding on your dogs. If your indoor cat is not  protected against fleas, then those fleas will likely make a cozy home on them.
By choosing to keep your cats inside you have already made a decision that will help them live a longer, healthier life. Make sure they stay parasite free too. We recommend using Revolution, a monthly topical product, to prevent infection of heartworm, hookworm, roundworm, fleas, and ear mites.
Learn more about Revolution and Heartworm disease in cats at: www.revolutionpet.com and www.knowheartworms.org.
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Technician Kelly Welcomes Home New Baby! |
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 On March 16, Technician Kelly and her family welcomed home their second child. Little Ethan Matthew was born at 10:10pm, weighed 9lbs, 11oz, and was 21.8 inches long.
The family is doing well and are settling in to a routine. Their one year old daughter Evelyn was excited to meet her new baby brother and can't wait to teach him all about the world.
Although having 2 children in the house was a bit of the change for the household pets, they love little Ethan too. Plus they know that 2 kids equals twice the amount of food dropped on the floor!
Congratulations Kelly! We are so excited to welcome Ethan into our Carver Lake Family.
Learn more about Kelly here.
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