Column: Why is my car insurance so high?
By: Blake Wimsey Special to Guthrie News Page Blake Wimsey operates Foundation Insurance in downtown Guthrie. Good question. There are many factors that underwriters use…
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Ask Dr. Anna: Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes oh my!
Warmer weather might be fun, but it also means more risk for dogs, cats, and humans. Ticks and mosquitoes are already here, and fleas will…
Comm. Doak: Insurance tips after weekend storms
By John D. Doak Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Many Oklahomans are cleaning up after the storms that swept through the state over the weekend. But the…
Ask Dr. Anna: What to do with lost And found pets
Lost and found pets are a common occurrence. Do you know what to do when you find a pet? Dr. Coffin recommends using caution when…
Gov. Fallin: Computer science, coding skills in high demand by businesses across our state
By Governor Mary Fallin April is science and technology month in Oklahoma. What a great time to highlight the emerging computer science scene that is…
Ask Dr. Anna: How I adopted a feral at and accidentally made a new best friend
“Was that a mouse???” That was the sentence that started everything. While watching TV one night, my wife saw a tiny, grey rodent go scuttling…
Labor Commissioner: Committed to workplace safety
Melissa McLawhorn Houston Oklahoma Labor Commissioner Electrocution, struck by, caught between, asphyxiation, fell from height – these are just some of the words used to…
Insurance Commissioner: Don’t believe everything you hear about Senate Bill 478
By John D. Doak Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner The Oklahoma Legislature is currently debating a bill that could help Oklahomans find more affordable health insurance. Senate…
Ask Dr. Anna: Lumps and bumps on dogs: When should I be concerned
Dogs of all ages can develop lumps and bumps. It is important to know when these should be examined by a veterinarian. According to Nationwide Pet Insurance,…
Senate Minutes with Senator AJ Griffin
With more than half of the 2017 legislative session behind us, committee and floor votes in both chambers have been largely focused on legislation dealing…
Ask Dr. Anna: Feral cats, stray cats, and the kittens In between
For the past few weeks, I have been following the story of a feral cat in B.C. Canada. An organization called Tiny Kittens works to…
Commissioner Doak: Kick start retirement planning today
By John D. Doak Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Retirement can be a new beginning for us, but planning for your golden years can be daunting. This…
Ask Dr. Anna: I can’t afford heartworm treatment
Because April is Heartworm Awareness Month, Dr. Anna Coffin will discuss a common scenario seen when diagnosing dogs with heartworms. Heartworm treatment can range from…
Ask Dr. Anna: My dog has heartworms, now what?
Heartworms are twelve-inch long worms that live in the heart of dogs.
Insurance Commissioner: Prepare now for Oklahoma weather
By John D. Doak, Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Special to Guthrie News Page
Ask Dr. Anna: How to effectively communicate with your dog
This is a fact that we forget often. We speak to our dogs all the time. It’s a great thing about having a dog—they listen…
District 2 Commissioner: Charter Oak project has upcoming challenges
I am pleased to announce my recovery from recent unforeseen medical issues. It brings me great pleasure to provide this update and many more to…
Ask Dr. Anna: The dangers of having outside cats
“It’s cruel to keep kitty trapped inside. They need to go out and hunt!” “My cat goes crazy if I try and keep him inside….
Ask Dr. Anna: 4 Health Problems Fleas Cause In Cats
Spring is just around the corner and with warmer weather arriving, fleas will start to reappear. Fleas are very prolific parasites, in fact, one flea…
Ask Dr. Anna: A day in the life of a veterinary clinic
This article is for all those aspiring veterinarians or for inquiring minds that want to know what it’s like to work at a veterinary clinic. …