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Why Become a Veterinarian in the Philippines

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Veterinary Medicine is probably one of the most underrated professions in the Philippines. Let’s look at the numbers According to the latest data available from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), as of 2021, there are approximately 23,000 licensed veterinarians in the Philippines. The majority of licensed veterinarians in the Philippines are male, with only around 15% of licensed veterinarians being female. The largest number of licensed veterinarians are located in the National Capital Region (NCR), which includes Metro Manila, with over 4,000 licensed veterinarians. Other regions with a significant number of licensed veterinarians include Central Luzon, Calabarzon, and Central Visayas. 23,000 might seem like a large number, considering that it can fill up the Mall of Asia Arena. But it’s

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The 5 Most Common Cat Diseases To Avoid

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Cat owners would agree that our feline friends tend to have a higher pain tolerance. They might seem fine, but since cats are still the smaller family of the king of the jungle, these proud predators naturally have the instinct to hide their illness or pain, because that is a primary sign of weakness in the animal kingdom. Which is why routine check-ups are recommended even though basic observation suggests that your cat is healthy. 1. Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is a common condition that affects the bladder and urethra of cats. Symptoms: FLUTD can cause a variety of symptoms, including difficulty or pain when urinating, frequent attempts to urinate, blood in

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Grooming Salons: What Every Pet Owner Should Watch Out For

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1. Check if the salon is clean and doesn’t smell First impression lasts. The moment you step inside the grooming salon, you will know right away whether the establishment is clean and well-maintained. While pet areas aren’t the most fragrant places to be, they shouldn’t be unpleasant. Check for stains on the floor and on the walls, you don’t want your pet accidentally picking up unwanted disease. 2. Check if you can watch the grooming session In a typical Filipino pet grooming salon, owners can watch their pet being groomed since the partition of the grooming area is usually made of glass. So the first thing you should note when entering a grooming salon, is if one, the grooming area

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