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Approximately 70 percent of horses will develop wolf teeth. While these teeth usually do not pose a health risk to the horse, they are often removed in performance horses to prevent interference with the bit and to avoid traumatizing the soft tissues around the teeth leading to soreness. Horsemen differ in opinions on when or if these teeth should be removed, but understanding the physiology of wolf teeth can help individual horse owners make the best personal decision for their horses.

Another dog has claimed me as her human. It took three months after the death of my beloved Pumpkin for that inner voice to tell me, “I think you’re ready.” It’s sooner than I anticipated, but there was a void left behind - an emptiness that I knew could be filled by saving the life of another dog. I simply had to wait for my grief to ease and my heart to open enough to welcome a new companion home.

Finn is a 5-year-old terrier mix who is loving, likes to be pet and loves to play. He is also good with children and other dogs. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since early August and is ready to find a home. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.

Staphylococcus (staph) bacteria are all around us in an intimate way since it normally lives on the skin and mucous membranes of both people and animals alike. It usually is not of a concern to the individual if the skin is functioning normally and there is not a risk for infection (e.g., systemic illness and immune compromise). When infection is present, usually of the skin, most staph bacteria are susceptible to commonly prescribed antibiotics. Although many individuals walk around every day with staph bacteria, not all staph are alike. Indeed, Staphylococcus aureus prefers people (as well as pigs and some horses) over dogs and cats, Staphylococcus pseudintermedius likes the skin of companion animals over man.

Meet Laiyah, our Pet of the Week! Prior to coming to HSSV Laiyah lived on a tiny balcony all alone so it takes some time to gain her trust, but once you do she’s your BFF. She’s fun, she’s fast, she’s fabulous and she’s one of our “Fee-Free” canines in the Adoption Scholarship. Visit the Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133.

Many dog owners work hard to make their pets comfortable and happy, so it can be frustrating when a dog is constantly itching and distressed. Dr. Adam Patterson, clinical assistant professor and Chief of Dermatology at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences Small Animal Clinic, explained how some perpetually itchy dogs may suffer from food allergies.

Popsicle is a 2-year-old cat who is loving, easy going and likes to be pet. He is good with children and other cats. He is at the San Martin Shelter and would love to find a home. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal, please call (408) 686-3900.

For the past two weeks, Pet Talks have addressed poisonous foods and medications common in most homes. This week the focus is on miscellaneous poisonous items around the house including plants, pennies, and insecticides.

Billy-Jean is a 3-year-old terrier mix who is sweet, smart, quiet and good with other dogs. She loves to play fetch. She has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since June and would love to find a home. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal, please call (408) 686-3900.

Cinnamon is a 3-year-old cat who is a big lap cat, very sweet and loves to get scratched. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since July and would love to find a forever home. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.