The First Step in Helping is Understanding Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) is commonly known to effect large breeds of dogs, but there are so many questions that are left unanswered. What is CHD? Who does it effect? How do we fight it? Research has proven that CHD can effect dogs …
Deadly to Dogs: Understanding Parvo Parvovirus is one of the most common viral infections that a dog can contract, and easily one of the most deadly. Attacking the digestive system of both puppies and adult dogs alike, this virus prevents the infected host from absorbing life-sustaining nutrients and liquids, and can attack the muscles of the …
If you have pets and love them as much as I do, leaving them in someone else’s care can be difficult. But there are times when you need to. You can have friends watch over them, board them at a kennel, or you can choose the option of a pet sitter. Once you decide to try a pet sitter, how do you …
Summer is here. Road trip! Is it a road trip with your pooch? Your cat? Maybe your Iguana? I do Wildlife Rescue and have had to transport my raccoon babies down to the shore, a two hour trip. Just like the Boy Scouts say “Be Prepared”. The two hour trip can turn …
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Things to Think About Before Bringing Home a New Pet Almost every child begs his or her parents for a newpet at some point in their lives. Whether it’s a dog, cat, rodent, or reptile of some sort, children want a pet they can call their own. The decision to bring a newpet into the home should not be taken lightly. Parents need to …
If the most important living creature in your life is your pet, you might consider establishing a pet trust to ensure his care when you are gone. A pet trust is similar to a trust you would bestow upon your children or nieces and nephews, and is a specific amount of money left behind for the pet’s care and well-being. In order …
After working at a dog-boarding facility for five years, I have learned several tips regarding what pet owners should do before dropping off their pets. These tips can help you feel secure in leaving your pet and help your pet become accustomed to being away from home. Get your Pet’s the Necessary Vaccinations Kennels require your pets to …
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We all know that while, choosing a pet dog, various factors have to be taken into consideration. You have to choose the particular dog breed that is best suited for your requirements. In order to select the right dog, you must have a basic understanding of the different dog breeds. …
Many people would instantly recognize the long ears and the adorably droopy face of the Bassett hound. The long body and the short legs of the Bassett hound coupled together with the long folds of skin and those beautiful eyes have made the Bassett hound truly unique, a favorite with …
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Crates are very good training tools. Not everyone needs to use a crate for their dog, but everyone who has trained their dog to use the crate should also, at some point in time, wean their dog from his crate. This does not mean that your dog will never be …
