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Black Mountain Feed tops ranch rodeo

February 17, 2010

rodeoWICKENBURG – Ten teams of real ranch cowboys pooled their skills Jan. 30 in front of nearly 1,000 fun-loving fans at the Wickenburg Ranch Rodeo.

Experienced hands from Black Mountain Feed took the overall bragging rights home to Cave Creek, after compiling more points throughout four individual events than any other. But honors were spread around in the cowboys’ different specialties. More...

This is dedicated to the ones I love …

By Cliff Faver, DVM | February 17, 2010

Internal Parasite Testing

kidAs a veterinarian, it is our responsibility as well as our dutiful obligation, to wear many hats. We are often called upon to act as dentists, surgeons, nutritionists and trainers just to name a few. Today I need to appeal to you as a concerned parent.

As a father, I need to emphasize the importance of having pets in our children's lives. They teach unconditional love, responsibility, and commitment. Our kids are the recipients of loyal companionship that is often too difficult to find in their two-legged friends. All this love and closeness is not without risk. More...