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Truffles or Toxicity?
By Irene Choi, DVM
January 3, 2013
What is MDR??
HARBOR SEALS (Phoca vitulina)
Written by: James Moore, DVM
Walking along Puget Sound beaches or sitting in your boat, you may see a curious earless harbor seal face rise from the water to check you out. Harbor seals are the most abundant marine mammal along Puget Sound. Although curious, they are shy animals and prefer quiet, unpopulated areas.
Seals are members of the Order Pinnipedia ( “pinniped” comes from the latin word “pinna” meaning winged and “ped” meaning foot) which is divided into two Families—Otariid or eared seals (Fur Seals, California Sea Lions, Elephant seals etc) and Phocid or earless seals (Harbor Seals).
Behavior Series: Head and Chest harnesses what's all the fuss?
By: Rachel Kuhn, DVM
You see it all the time. Those commercials trying to sell you training tools to help you have that picture perfect well mannered pet. It isn’t always possible in our real world but that doesn’t mean that you can’t have a well behaved pet that you enjoy having to walk and visit your friends with. How do you know what works and what doesn’t?
What are the pros and cons, what is available and what are the benefits of a harness?
Here at All Creatures Animal hospital we would like to help you navigate the world of training harness aids.
Zoonotic Diseases Series # 1: The Skinny on Roundworms
By: Dr. Angela Lehman

How do I know if my Reptile is Sick?
What is Salmonella?
By: James C. Little, DVM

Salmonella is rod-shaped, usually motile bacteria that is pathogenic to man and other warm-blooded animals and causes food poisoning, gastrointestinal inflammation, and diseases of the genital tract. This bacteria is extremely common in reptiles and can cause severe, life-threatening illness in both humans and reptiles.
Cat and Kitten Care Resources
By: Dr. Carrie LaJeunesse
First and foremost, always call us with any questions or concerns. We want to be your best source for accurate and helpful information. This can include anything from what foods to feed, spaying/neutering (which we very strongly recommend!) to cat boarding facilities. If we don’t know the answer, we’ll try to find it for you!
Plants poisonous to Cats
Below is a list of plants that are considered toxic to cats. Unfortunately it is impossible to name all of the plants so if you have questions please seek veterinary care as soon as possible.
Basic Health Care For Your New Puppy
By: Kathryn Krueger, DVM
You just obtained a new puppy from the Kitsap Humane Society, a pet store or breeder. What vaccinations are necessary to maintain the health of the new addition to your family? Does your puppy have worms and can you get worms from him/her?