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Sunday, January 24, 2010

How to tell if your dog or cat needs a diet

by Gabrielle on January 24, 2010

Losing weight is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions for humans. And this year you might want to put your pet on a diet, too. A recent study shows that one in four cats and dogs is overweight, leaving them more prone to chronic health problems like heart disease and arthritis. So, is it time for your pet to eat less and exercise more? To tell, Kansas State University veterinarian Susan Nelson, D.V.M., advises: [more…]

Does your resume need freshening up?

by Gabrielle on January 24, 2010

If you haven’t updated it in at least six months, you sure do. Industry buzz words, technology and jargon change all the time—and including the current lingo makes you seem more plugged in and appealing to recruiters, according to Monster.com. Luckily, finding the words your resume needs is easy: Simply study postings of related job openings to see which terms are repeated most often and include those that best match your background.

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