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Lisa Chelenza knows that not everyone in your family walks on two legs. For helpful tips on taking care of your animal friends, and advice from local veterinary experts, watch Pet Pointers Wednesday and Saturday on YNN. If you have ideas for Pet Pointers segments, email Lisa at petpointers@twcny.rr.com.


Pet Pointers: Pet health insurance

Health insurance coverage for our families is a common topic of conversation these days that has also extended to our pets. Today we’ll learn more about pet health insurance in this edition of Pet Pointers.

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5:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Chronic renal failure in cats

Chronic renal failure is a common problem in cats. If you’ve been a cat lover all your life, you may have even lost a beloved companion to this illness. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza has more information about CRF.

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02/04/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Keeping horses warm

While horses love to be outside, there are times when they need a little extra help keeping warm. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza looks at helping your horse stay nice and cozy this winter.

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02/01/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Taking care of horses in the winter

Caring for horses requires daily effort on the part of their caretakers, even in the winter. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza looks at what it takes to properly care for a horse when the weather turns colder.

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01/28/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Bad bird behaviors

Many parrots are surrendered due to behavior issues. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza looks at a few of the most common bad bird behaviors and how one rescuer helps curb them to help make the birds in her care more adoptable.

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01/25/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Macaws as pets

If you have yet to meet a macaw, you are missing out. These large birds are not only magnificent to behold, but they are also known for their intelligence. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza tells us more about macaws.

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01/21/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Chow Chows

There are several breeds on the dangerous dog list, including Chow Chows. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza dispels the rumors and gets to the real story.

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01/18/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Cockatoos as pets

Featured on television and in movies for years, the cockatoo is the most popular type of parrot kept as a pet. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza tells us more about them.

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01/14/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Rescuing birds

When we think of rescued animals, most of us think of cats and dogs. But exotic animals like birds are also surrendered to sanctuaries and rescue groups and are available for adoption. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza tells us more about these beautiful birds and why people give them up.

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01/11/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Broken bones

A broken bone can happen in an instant. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza explains what to do if your pet has a broken bone.

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01/07/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: From puppy to guide dog

All puppies are cute, but what makes a puppy a great guide dog? Lisa Chelenza shows you what guide dog trainers look for in this edition of Pet Pointers.

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Updated 01/04/2012 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: New Year’s resolutions for pet owners

With the new year comes New Year’s resolutions! In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza has a few of the most common resolutions with some advice on how you can incorporate your pet to help you follow through.

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12/31/2011 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Pets with joint pain

If you have an older pet or one that is suffering from arthritis, there are things you can do at home to help ease their pain. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza tells us more.

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12/28/2011 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Performing CPR on your pets

It's a scenario we would all like to avoid, finding our pet unresponsive. But what do you do? Pet expert Lisa Chelenza has more.

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Updated 12/24/2011 05:00 AM

Pet Pointers: Keeping your pets safe during the holidays

The holidays are a fun time for the entire family, but there are a few precautions you should take to ensure it’s a safe and happy holiday for you and your pets. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza takes a look at holiday pet safety.

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12/21/2011 05:00 AM