Parvo Virus is a deadly virus that attacks the intestinal system of the canine. Diagnosis:The disease is common among dogs under three years of age that are un-vaccinated. It is not impossible for a vaccinated dog or a dog over three years of age to contract. Common symptoms of the virus are vomiting, listlessness, and bloody diarrhea with a very foul odor. Companies like Idexx and Symbiotics .. more …
If you do decide that you want to buy a puppy and you have researched and decided on the breed of dog that would suit you, here is some basic advice to help you avoid mistakes. The first rule is that you should never buy a dog from a pet shop – it is imperative that you buy direct from an established breeder with a good reputation. It is advisable to ask you local vets for some recommendations, .. more …
When my Shar Pei, Dozer, began to act like an old dog, my vet suggested I look into dog arthritis glucosamine. I’ve heard of glucosamine, but that was in regard to people, not dogs. Can it really help dogs that are suffering from arthritis and joint pain?Symptoms of Arthritis in DogsDozer was 8 when he started to act like an old dog. He has always been somewhat reserved, dignified, but he started .. more …
It is ideal to put pet gates or dog gates inside your house. Pet gates are ideal for small dogs. Cats and large dogs can jump over pet gates unless they are extra tall gates that are designed for .. more …
1. Chocolate – To dogs, chocolate acts as a stimulant, making your dog’s heartbeat accelerate or beat irregularly, leading to seizures and even cardiac arrest. To compound things further, it also acts as a severe diuretic, causing frequent urination, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. If you even suspect your dog has consumed chocolate, take him to an animal hospital immediately. 2. Grapes and Raisins – .. more …
The Norfolk terrier originated from England. It is actually very affectionate and does not exhibit a disagreeable nature. Because of this, many people like to keep them as pets. However, there can be quite some difficulty housetraining a Norfolk terrier pet dog. This is because of the fact that a Norfolk terrier pet dog can be quite stubborn. The best method recommended for this breed is crate .. more …
Pfizer Animal Health has created Revolution to help pet owners in the administering of critical preventative medications. Many pet owners understand how hard it can be to remember the monthly heartworm pill, plus the flea and tick preventative. Missing a dose can not only bring a flea infestation but can also put your pet at risk of a deadly heartworm infestation. Now, with Revolution, there is .. more …
What I get asked a lot is, what exactly does it mean to socialize your dog? Asking around will most likely lead to a lot of different answers. That’s because there are different approaches to it, but the end goal is basically the same. Your boxer puppy is like a baby when first born and everything around him is completely new to him. Some of those new things can be quite scary to him and if not .. more …
Pug dogs are “Toy” dog and great dog breeds despite its small sized. By nature, Pugs are companion dogs, which is suitable for family and safe with children. Throughout history pugs are commonly known as:- natural theraphy dog – companion dog – stubborn dog – house dogPugs are definitely not trained for as:- hunting dog – police dog – seeing-eye dog for the blind – fighting dog in the once popular .. more …
Fortunately, the advances in veterinary science have led to a significant reduction in the occurrence and effects of several dog diseases. Common viral diseases in dogs include rabies, parvovirus, hepatitis, parainfluenza, distemper and coronavirus among others. Bacterial ailments may include leptospirosis, Lyme disease, and a type of kennel cough. However, all these perilous diseases can be .. more …
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