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Glacierview Animal Hospital

1874 Main st

Ferndale, WA 98248 US

360-384-4482

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  • Behavior & Training
  • Becoming a Service Dog: Training and Temperament Are Key Factors
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Service dogs help thousands of disabled Americans become more independent. The first service dogs guided visually impaired people, but today, the dogs assist people who have a variety of disabilities, ranging from hearing loss to seizures to cerebral palsy. Before a dog can become a service animal, it

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  • Is Your Cat's Personality Influenced by Coat Color?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Are orange cats friendlier than black ones? Coat color may play a role in personality.

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  • Keep Your Pets Calm During the Holiday Season with These Tips
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Although the holidays may be an exciting time of the year for you, your pets may find the festivities a little overwhelming. Even normally well-behaved pets can experience a little anxiety when their usual routines are disrupted. These tips will help you ensure that your furry friends truly enjoy the

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  • How to Make Vet Visits a More Pleasant Experience for Your Pet
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Does your pet dislike visiting the vet? These tips may make visits less stressful.

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  • Basic Dog Training
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Although there are various techniques used to train dogs, the basics of any training regime are consistency and plenty of exercise. Discipline and affection are also key to a well-trained dog. Dogs need a leader - they feel more confident with a leader. If their owner is not the leader, they will take

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  • Assisting Anxious Pets
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Pet anxiety can be a huge problem for pets and their families. Being home alone for several hours a day while their humans are at school or work can cause separation anxiety. Thunderstorms and fireworks can also really panic pets. Some pets are so anxious that any new situation (car trips, moving, unexpected

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  • Does Your Dog Suffer From Anxiety?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Anxious dogs tend to act out in ways their people do not like. If you have ever returned home to discover shredded pillows or bite marks on your front door, you are probably familiar with the consequences of anxiety. Understanding why your dog is anxious is the key to helping your dog overcome this common problem.

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  • Stress Relief for Pets
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Stress isn't just a problem for humans; your pet can experience the negative effects too. Illness, changes in the usual routine or the death of another pet can lead to an increase in your pet's anxiety level. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to help your furry friend relax. Signs of Stress Your

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  • Understanding Pet Behavior
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Because our pets can not raise their paws and tell us when something is wrong, we as owners need to know what to watch for to know when our pet is ill. The Dog Scoot Boogie A dog dragging his hind end across the floor is his way of telling you his anal glands are full and need emptying. Anal glands

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  • Three Keys to Successful Potty Training for Your Dog
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training

    Potty training your dog can be easy or difficult...the difference is in how much time and dedication you are willing to put into training. Follow these simple tips to get your puppy on the right path to accident-free living. Set a schedule: Decide on a schedule and stick to it. In a family situation

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    • Bringing Your Pet Home
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    • Visiting the Vet
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Office Hours

Monday:

9:00 am-11:30 am

1:30 pm-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

9:00 am-11:30 am

1:30 pm-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

9:00 am-11:30 am

1:30 pm-5:00 pm

Thursday:

9:00 am-11:30 am

1:30 pm-5:00 pm

Friday:

9:00 am-11:30 am

1:30 pm-5:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

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  • ""Dr. Rule and the staff are VERY compassionate and loving care givers!! They all go out of their way to make sure the best happens to our furry family members!! I will definitely go back and recommend them 100%!!""
    Colleen M.

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