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Survivors Guestbook
Whether or not you realize it, your pet
has been helped by biomedical research involving animals!
Each and every vaccine that protects your cat or dog was
developed by researchers working with animals, usually rodents.
Heart worm medicine, skin creams, antibiotics, insulin and
many other pharmaceuticals were developed so that cats and
dogs could live longer, happier and healthier lives. In
addition to drugs, medical devices – like pacemakers
– and specialized surgical techniques were also perfected
through work on lab animals to serve and advance the magnificent
cause of veterinary medicine.
If you have a story about how your cat,
dog, guinea pig, hamster or bird has benefited from special
veterinary care, please send
us your story and a picture of your pet for our Survivors
Guestbook.
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Kita
Lawrenceville, GA
Kita was diagnosed with diabetes 3 years ago this November. She gets insulin shots twice a day. Thank God research was done to help cats with diabetes, otherwise, she would not be in our lives today.
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Frisky
Philadelphia, PA
Last spring Frisky stopped being his happy self. Several biopsies were performed and returned a diagnosis of intestinal lymphoma. His veterinarian implanted an intravascular port into his jugular vein. It was through this port that the chemo treatment was administered weekly, bi-weekly, and eventually monthly. His appetite has returned and he's much more active. Frisky's last ultrasound showed no recurrence of the intestinal cancer and he is believed to be in complete remission.
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Luke
San Antonio, TX
"The drive to A&M took 3 hours. News on the radio
that morning was tragic. Luke’s tests took about 5
hours. As I entered the consultation room with the Doctor
following the exam, I braced myself for the news to come.
His condition had worsened. As the Doctor continued to speak,
I couldn’t believe my ears. A new surgical development
could possibly correct Luke’s heart. "
Click here to read Luke's whole story.
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Tucker
Chigago, IL
He's our oldest. (We named him after the automobile--because
his motor's always going.) Last year we learned he has diabetes.
The good news? The insulin shots are working! Tucker is
back to his cheerful self. (Thanks Biomedical Research!)
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Dave
Washington, DC
Dave was
adopted from an animal shelter nine years ago, when he
was six months of age, and given all his vaccinations.
Every month, he takes his medication to prevent fleas,
ticks and heart worm and has had some doggie dental work
too. Dave’s hobbies include chasing squirrels and
playing stick. His favorite part of the day is going to
the park with his little sister Petunia
to sniff butt and dig holes. Sometimes, he lets his mum
put hats on him.
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Pookie
Leesburg, VA
Pookie has no comment. He would like to resume his nap.
Thank you. |
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Peppy
Santa Clarita, CA
Peppy likes to pretend she's a lawn gnome.
[Peppy recently passed away, at the age of 17. We miss
her!] |
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Rocky
and Peppy
Santa Clarita, CA
Rocky and Peppy are best friends – at least while
mom and dad are watching. |
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Petunia
Washington, DC
Petunia was adopted from
a rescue organization last fall, given all her vaccinations.
She had gone bald from flea bite dermatitis and had worms
but both conditions have been cleared up with proper medication
and vet care. Because she lived in a house with over 60
other dogs, Petunia had very bad manners, was very skittish
around people and didn’t know where she should do
her business but all that has changed. Her big brother Dave
has taught her all the ropes, including, how to jump up
on the bed and snuggle in the Italian linens.
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Roxanne
Baltimore, MD
Roxanne is a beautiful Bouvier des Flandres living in Baltimore,
Maryland. Roxy is a friendly, outgoing dog who enjoys playing
hide and seek and barking at the vacuum cleaner. |
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Updated July 23, 2004 |
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