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ASK THE VET
PancreatitisOver the holidays we frequently hospitalize dogs and cats with pancreatitis. Even if your cute little one is looking up at you with big, sad eyes it's better for...
Original post made by Dr. Kristel Weaver on Aug. 23, 2013Last comment by Pooloop, on Aug 3, 2016 at 6:14 am | 1 comment | 4352 Views
ASK THE VET
What should I consider as my pets grow old?This month's column is all about our aging companions. With good preventative medicine, pets are living much longer than they did in the past. An annual physical...
Original post made by Dr. Kristel Weaver on Aug. 23, 2013There are no comments yet. 4352 Views
DOING COLLEGE
How to Write an SOPWriting SOP requires both scientific and artistic components. Your statement must be calculated and methodical but the whole document should be artistically crafted...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jan. 21, 2022There are no comments yet. 4350 Views
TIM TALK
Father and son veterans reflect on Viet Nam and AfghanistanDoug Miller readily said he has not been sleeping well for the last couple of weeks. Doug, a retired Army major, flew helicopters on two tours in Viet Nam, and...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Aug. 19, 2021Last comment by Malcolm Hex, on Aug 21, 2021 at 1:57 pm | 8 comments | 4329 Views
TIM TALK
Commute traffic is coming back despite widespread work from homeStatistics are backing up what I’ve observed anecdotally—people are getting back on the road during commute hours. Last week, driving on Sunol Boulevard...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Dec. 9, 2021There are no comments yet. 4327 Views
ASK THE VET
Pet obesityHow do I know if my pet is overweight? Since dogs range in size from 2lbs to 200lbs with all sorts of body shapes, we rely on their body condition to tell...
Original post made by Dr. Kristel Weaver on Aug. 23, 2013There are no comments yet. 4322 Views
NOTES ON THE VALLEY
A wedding to rememberLast Saturday I found myself having one of the most surreal experiences of my life. I was standing on the corner of Taylor and Sacramento street in San Francisco...
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on Jul. 13, 2022There are no comments yet. 4312 Views
ASK THE VET
Canine bloatI just adopted a Great Dane puppy and my breeder mentioned some precautions to prevent bloat. What is bloat? Bloat, or gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV),...
Original post made by Dr. Kristel Weaver on Aug. 23, 2013There are no comments yet. 4296 Views
TIM TALK
Projecting 20 years ahead in these daysJeff Bellisario of the Bay Area Economic Institute had it right last month when he started off a workshop on future Tri-Valley workforce needs by observing that...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Nov. 10, 2020Last comment by Projecting 20 years ahead in these days, on Nov 20, 2020 at 3:31 am | 1 comment | 4295 Views
TIM TALK
Bay Area plan includes guaranteed income provisionThe heavy hand of regional government is about to come down on the Bay Area again. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is expected to approve its state-mandated...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Oct. 21, 2021Last comment by Malcolm Hex, on Oct 22, 2021 at 10:15 am | 13 comments | 4283 Views
DOING COLLEGE
Interview Prep for Grad SchoolIt takes more than grades, recommendations, test scores, essays, and work samples to get into graduate school. Some masters’ programs may invite applicants...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on May. 25, 2022There are no comments yet. 4282 Views
ASK THE VET
Ask the Vet: Watch out for summer hazards, part twoI love summertime for the long days, barbecues, vacation and hikes with our dogs. In the veterinary hospital our caseload shifts with each season. Last week, I described...
Original post made by Dr. Kristel Weaver on Aug. 23, 2013There are no comments yet. 4263 Views
TIM TALK
Newsom recall polls now are within the margin of errorCalifornia Democrat party leaders thought they were enhancing Gov. Gavin Newsom’s chances to beat the recall when they passed special legislation and then...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Aug. 3, 2021Last comment by Malcolm+Hex, on Aug 8, 2021 at 10:01 am | 8 comments | 4257 Views
NOTES ON THE VALLEY
Relationship with faithOver the past year, I’ve been working with various religious and secular institutions on making sure their values are reflected in local public policy. I myself...
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on Mar. 23, 2022There are no comments yet. 4248 Views
TIM TALK
Finishing the snapshots of Tri-Valley gamechangersI’m wrapping up the coverage of the Gamechangers celebrated by the Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group earlier this month with its first in-person event in...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Mar. 31, 2022Last comment by Kevin, on Apr 2, 2022 at 2:26 pm | 1 comment | 4239 Views
TIM TALK
Highlighting the Tri-Valley's diversityLast Thursday at noon two events offered proof to just how diverse the Tri-Valley area has become over the last decade. Alameda County Supervisor David Haubert,...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on May. 13, 2021Last comment by DKHSK, on May 17, 2021 at 6:50 pm | 11 comments | 4237 Views
ART SPACE
Symbolike June
Mid-June, and the surrounding hills are bathed in golden yellow/brown, with still a splash of color from wildflowers and patches of green that...
Original post made by John A. Barry on Jun. 11, 2016There are no comments yet. 4227 Views
ASK THE VET
SwimmingWith the weather warming up, I'd like to take my dog to the lake. How do I teach him to swim? Before putting your dog in the water consider his breed....
Original post made by Dr. Kristel Weaver on Aug. 23, 2013There are no comments yet. 4226 Views
ART SPACE
The Ballad of Andy and RockyThe Ballad of Andy and Rocky Uploaded: Jul 2, 2020 By Bill Carmel, MFA This blog entry memorializes the recent painting of a mural for the Lamorinda Arts...
Original post made by John A. Barry and Bill Carmel on Jul. 11, 2020Last comment by Elizabeth Hopkins-Kurz, on Jul 28, 2020 at 10:33 am | 7 comments | 4220 Views
ASK THE VET
Winter hazardsWe are lucky to live in a climate with mild winters. We are also lucky to live close to so many different terrains -- deserts, beaches, and the mountains! Because...
Original post made by Dr. Kristel Weaver on Aug. 23, 2013There are no comments yet. 4215 Views
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