Tag: Meyerland Animal Clinic

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Houston’s Pet Peeves, and Petcare: Monday’s Show (April 10, 2017)

Posted on · Ah, Spring is here! The season of rebirth, of fresh starts, of optimism. Of course, to properly kick off springtime, we first must rid our minds of any nagging annoyances. It's time for a little emotional spring cleaning. And so, as we do every couple of months, we offer you an opportunity to vent – […]

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Plan Downtown, and Finding Help for Hearing Loss: Monday’s Show (March 13, 2017)

Posted on · (Photo: Derek Stokely, Houston Public Media) The Houston Downtown Management District (Downtown District) is creating a new plan for the short- and long-term future of downtown. Plan Downtown looks as far as 20 years into the future to recommend development and design improvements for downtown Houston. What kinds of things will the plan be looking […]

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Houston’s Global Economy, and Pet Care Advice: Monday’s Show (February 13, 2017)

Posted on · Houston recently hosted a trade delegation from Cuba. It's one example of how Houston is part of the larger global economy. That stands in contrast to what appears to be happening on the national level, as President Donald Trump signs executive orders that seem to take the completely opposite approach. And, after the White House […]

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Texas Legislature Preview, and Impact of Government Grants on Research: Monday’s Show (January 9, 2017)

Posted on · The Texas Legislature is back in session tomorrow (Jan. 10, 2017). Back on the first day bills could be filed for the session, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick released his list of top ten priorities for the session. But what are the legislative priorities for the rest of the state’s lawmakers this session? On this edition […]

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Keeping Your Hairless Cat Warm, and Pets As Gifts? Answers to Your Pet Care Questions

Posted on · Once again, Houston Matters goes to the dogs...and cats. Dr. Lori Teller from the Meyerland Animal Clinic answers your questions about anything you'd like to know about your beloved dog or cat. On this edition, Dr. Teller answers questions about giving pets as a gift and keeping a hairless cat warm during the winter.

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The Year in Transportation, Ask the Vet, and UH’s New Coach: Monday’s Show: (December 12, 2016)

Posted on · It happened in a flash — 2016 is almost in the books. It’s been a busy year for Greater Houston, so we’re taking some time this week to recap this past year's biggest developments with our beat reporters, covering transportation, education, energy, politics and arts & culture and sports. On this edition of Houston Matters, […]

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The Benefits of Canned Pumpkin in Your Pet’s Diet and Finding Behavioral Training: Answers to Your Petcare Questions

Posted on · What are the benefits of adopting a senior pet? How does canned pumpkin help pets with dietary issues? And where should a dog owner go to get behavior training for a newly aggressive canine? Dr. Lori Teller, a veterinarian from the Meyerland Animal Clinic, fields those questions and others about the care and feeding of […]

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Hate Crimes, SpaceCom and Pet Care: Monday’s Show (November 14, 2016)

Posted on · The number of hate crimes against Muslims reported to police rose by 67 percent in 2015, according to numbers released by the FBI today (Nov. 14, 2016). And, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center, there have been more than 200 incidents of hateful harassment and intimidation since Election Day. And, according to the Southern […]

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Pet Costumes for Halloween and Shar Pei Health: Answers to Your Dog and Cat Care Questions

Posted on · Once again, Houston Matters goes to the dogs...and cats. We welcome your questions for veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller from the Meyerland Animal Clinic. This month, Dr. Teller answers questions including: the safety of pet costumes for Halloween, why the Chinese Shar Pei breed is often susceptible to health problems, and what help exists for seniors […]

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What Bones Are OK to Give to a Dog? Fielding Your Dog and Cat Care Questions

Posted on · Once a month, veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller from the Meyerland Animal Clinic drops by to discuss the care and feeding of your canine and feline animal companions. On this edition we discuss the growing phenomenon of bringing dogs to work, what bones are okay to give to dogs and solving the conundrum of why a […]