A new article offers tips on how to keep pets safe from medications that could be dangerous to animals.  First, one should understand that pets will typically have no trouble making it past a child-proof container.  As such, all medications should be kept in a locked cabinet that can’t be reached by the pet.  Also be aware of guests that might keep pills in a purse or other carrying case, as a curious animal can easily get into these as well.  And finally, know how to reach your vet and how to contact an animal poison control center.

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In Akron, Ohio, the Rules Committee of the Summit County Council has opted to institute new rules in regard to dogs that have been deemed dangerous.  An amended ordinance being passed will define dangerous, nuisance, and vicious dogs and allow owners to challenge that designation.  Owners of vicious and dangerous dogs will also have to get a special $50 dog tag, keep the animal in a fenced off area, and purchase liability insurance.

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