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|Articles|July 11, 2014
CAPC Map App useTalking about parasites
Communicate dangers and protect against vectors with this useful tool.The Companion Animal Parasite Council iPad app Make talking to clients about parasites easy and fun. Watch as Cathy Michaelson, Business Manager at Aumsville Animal Clinic, describes how they use this tool in their clinic to help communicate the dangers of vectors as well as how to protect.
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The Companion Animal Parasite Council iPad app Make talking to clients about parasites easy and fun. Watch as Cathy Michaelson, Business Manager at Aumsville Animal Clinic, describes how they use this tool in their clinic to help communicate the dangers of vectors as well as how to protect.
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