If you’re going to be having a houseful of guests, you’ve got to take your dogs safety into consideration, especially if the door is going to be opening and closing a lot. Each time the door opens and closes, it presents the perfect opportunity for your dog to get out and run away. Even if your dog has never escaped before, the additional chaos can get your dog stressed-out, which increases the likelihood that it will run away.…
If your neighbor owns a cat that is going to have kittens in the next few weeks and you are thinking about accepting one of the kittens and giving it to your teenager as a gift, use the tips below to make sure that your child is willing to help care for the new addition to your family and to prepare the kitten for the arrival to your home:
Speak To Your Teenager And Provide A List Of Expectations…
If you are like most people, your cat is part of the family. You probably feed, train, and play with your cat daily, but other tasks are needed to keep your pet healthy AND happy. Most veterinarians recommend a medical exam each year to rule out underlying medical conditions. One common condition that may affect your cat is heart disease. While this disease develops with age, heart disease is also present in many cats at birth.…
Pet vaccinations have always been and continue to be a very controversial subject. Traditional medicine provides a schedule of regular vaccines that should be administered every few years, while holistic medicine says vaccines are not necessary and can cause more problems than they solve. When deciding whether or not to vaccinate your pet, here are some things to consider:
What is Your Pet’s Lifestyle?
If your pet spends time in a kennel with a lot of other animals, then vaccinations are a must.…
One of the things that new dog owners don’t always recognize is that dogs are prone to respiratory problems, including coughing. Hearing your dog cough for the first time can be startling, and it may make you worry that your dog is sick or something is wrong. Understanding what can cause your pup to cough is important for easing that anxiety when it does happen. Here are a few common reasons why your dog might be coughing.…
If your dog frequently has bad breath or seems to have trouble chewing, it’s time to speak with your veterinarian about a dental cleaning. Although it’s recommended for many dogs to have their teeth professionally cleaned once a year, 2 out of every 3 dogs don’t get the dental work they deserve. Sadly, that leads to many dogs having some degree of gum disease by the age of three. Therefore, it’s a good idea for every responsible dog owner to be familiar with the following information about professional dental cleanings for canines.…
It can be easy to get caught up with the day-to-day chores, work, and caring for any children that you fail to notice your pet suffering from a medical problem. To ensure that this does not happen and that you get your pet to the best veterinary clinic, you will want to keep an eye out for the following problems
Swollen Stomach
Your pet’s stomach can look larger than normal after quickly eating or drinking a lot, but it usually returns to its normal size in a short amount of time.…
Watching a furry friend writhe in agony can be one of the worst experiences of anybody’s life. If you’re like many people, your pet means the world to you and you would do anything in your power to keep them healthy and happy. However, if your beloved pet falls ill during a time when you don’t have a lot of disposable cash, you might think that you won’t be able to get them the medical help that they need.…
The canine flu makes periodic appearances in various parts of the country from time to time. This viral infection is similar to strains that affect the human population – it’s infectious and has the capability to evolve into new strains. In fact, canine influenza is believed to have originated from flu strains specific to horses. Although dog flu normally isn’t fatal to otherwise healthy and strong animals, it can sometimes be fatal in young puppies, older dogs, and those with compromised immune systems due to disease or being in the process of recovery from an injury.…
Your four-legged pal has had a long and healthy life, but now its glory days are long gone and poor Fido is definitely slowing down. Having a senior dog will show you the canine aging process in ways you probably will not want to see, such as aching joints and problems with mobility.
However, just as an aging human, there are treatments that can make your pooch a little more comfortable in spite of its age, and this does not have to involve medication or serious procedures.…
