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Revolution has arrived



We are now carrying Pfizer's new product, Revolution. Revolution is a  topical monthly heartworm preventative for both dogs and cats that also kills adult  fleas and prevents their eggs  from hatching out. But  that's not all. Revolution  is  also   effective  in  the  control of ear  mites ,  hookworms,  roundworms and  sarcoptic mites.
This product can be used on puppies and kittens as young as six weeks of age. Revolution is water-proof, so you can bathe your pet or allow them to go swimming the day after an application.
Revolution is only available through your veterinarian,  so call us or stop by the next time you need to pickup heartworm preventative.


                             Practical Tip

A  practical tip sent  in  by a  client   was  to purchase old sleeping bags at the thrift store and after a good washing, use these as a beds for large and giant breed dogs. Please send suggestions and tips to  tips@msah.com

  Carrie Whittington has worked for MSAH for two years and is currently one of our three  technicians  in  training.  Carrie graduated from high-school in Gulf Shores and previous to coming here had worked two years for the Louisiana SPCA and three years   for  another  veterinarian  in  New Orleans. Carrie's technical skills are superb and is progressing rapidly in the training program. We at MSAH are very proud of Carrie and the work she has been doing. Carrie enjoys her time off with her daughter Kayleigh and her two cats. Keep up the great work Carrie.

                                   
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                  Common Toxic Houseplants



Name of Plant                             Points to Remember


Four O'Clock (Mirabilis)                                  Ingestion of roots or leaves can cause gastro-enteritis.

Wormwood (Artemisia)                                  Contains toxic oils that can cause brain damage.

Daffodil (Daffodil)                                          Alkaloids in bulbs can cause severe or fatal gastro-     
                                                                                                enteritis.

African Violet (Saintpaulia)                            Leaves and stems are poisonous.

Sweet Violets (Viola)                                      Rhizomes and seeds can cause gastro-enteritis.

Rex Begonia (Begonia)                                  Purgative and emetic effects.

Hydrangea (Hydrangea)                                 Can produce gastro-enteritis and bloody diarrhea.

English Ivy (Hedera)                                       Berries and leaves can cause labored breathing and also
                                                                        diarrhea  and possible coma.

Peperomia (Peperomia)                                Leaves are poisonous.

Heliotrope (Heliotrope)                                  Leaves contain a poisonous alkaloid.

Primrose (Primula)                                        Can cause severe dermatitis.

Iris (Iris)                                                          Can cause gastro-enteritis.

Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus)                               Can cause cyanide poisoning.
   


                                    Reprinted courtesy of Dr. Robert L. Judkins, professor of anatomy
                                                     at Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine.

MSAH Bulletin #7

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