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Porky and Buddy Pet Health – Does Your Dog Have The Proper Shelter?

We’re listening to the weather report today and want to remind you about the New York statute concerning shelter for dogs. We’re assuming, of course, that if you are reading this column your own personal dog(s) is (or are) curled up inside on the couch with you. But you still need to know about this law because many dogs are not so lucky.

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Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

State Enacts Newborn Screening

This year, New York State enacted a law that requires birthing facilities across the state to test newborns for congenital heart defects through the use of pulse oximetry. Pulse oximetry is an inexpensive and non-invasive test that measures a baby’s blood oxygenation levels. This law will help ensure that infants are screened before they leave the hospital. I was pleased be a sponsor of this bill in the Assembly.

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