2016

  • 5 Tips For Keeping Your Dog Safe During A Summer Barbecue

    Barbecues are a popular summertime pastime. You can enjoy the warm weather and sunshine with your friends while eating delicious food. Your dog can have a great time too! However, barbecues pose some dangers for pups, so you have to watch yours extra carefully. Here are five helpful tips for keeping your dog safe during a summer barbecue: Ask Your Guests Not to Give Your Dog Food It is very likely that your dog will beg your guests for their food during the barbecue.
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  • How To Make Your Older, Arthritic Dog More Comfortable

    Has your older dog begun to move more stiffly and slowly? Chances are, he is suffering from arthritis. The symptoms are the same in dogs as they are in humans – the joints begin to feel sore and stiff. To help your older, arthritic dog feel more comfortable, follow these tips. Put everything on the same floor. Navigating stairs will become harder as your dog's arthritis progresses. Sometimes, he may feel up to climbing up or down the stairs – and you should let him – but you don't want your home set up in a way that forces him to navigate the stairs.
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  • Considering Breeding Your Female Dog? What To Do First

    If you have been considering breeding your female dog and you aren't sure where to get started, there are a few things you'll want to do. You want to make sure that this is going to be the healthiest decision for your dog, and that you can afford to go through with it. Consider the following before you choose a mate and let your dog reproduce. Is Your Dog Healthy for Breeding?
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  • Four Tips For A Smooth Transition When Bringing A New Puppy Home

    There are about 70 to 80 million dogs owned in the United States. Chances are you may own a dog at some point. Bringing home a new puppy can be a great experience. If you have never owned a dog before, you want to make sure you do your research to understand what the dog's needs are. Each breed of dog may require different care, but in general there are some things that all dogs will need when they first come home.
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  • Ticks And Your Pets

    Unless you are going to keep your dog indoors at all times, you are going to run into occasional tick problems. You may use top-of-the-line tick repellent, but that does not guarantee that your dog will live a tick-free existence. This summer, you need to implement an effective tick control routine to keep your dog and your family safe from disease. Diseases Ticks can spread many diseases to both dogs and humans.
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  • Looking At The Reasons To Have Your Tom Cat Neutered

    When you first brought home your tom cat, he was a cute and cuddly kitten that you grew strongly attached to quickly. When your tom was a kitten, he was devoted to you and gave you hours of pleasure being loving and playful. However, as your male kitten grew up, he may have become more interested in the female cats down the street or in wandering until he found a female.
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  • 4 Grooming Tips For Long-Haired Cats

    Cats with long, thick fur are often considered stunning by people who adore them. Unfortunately, there is significant care that comes along with this beautiful coat to prevent their fur from tangling and keep them healthy. Read on to find out about some regular grooming you should do on your cat. Develop A Grooming Schedule You should consider implementing a grooming schedule from the moment your new friend comes home. Since you cannot always tell how long your cat's coat will become when they are a kitten, you should recognize the schedule you choose may change as they grow.
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  • An Ounce Of Home Care Is Worth A Pound Of Recovery: Helping Your Cat Recuperate After Her Spay Surgery

    While a few animal hospitals may keep their spayed feline patients overnight, most opt instead to discharge them on the same day as the procedure. For some owners, seeing their kitty come home in a mildly groggy state can be unnerving. When the alternative is for your cat to spend the night in a darkened hospital ward during those overnight hours when no one is available to observe her, your recovering feline friend is actually better off at home where you can keep a watchful eye on her condition.
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  • Protecting Your Dogs Feet During The Summer Season

    There are various foot issues that can cause pain and mobility problems in the summer. While some of the hazards are related to hot weather, other risks are enhanced simply because of the increase in outdoor activities by dogs and their owners. Dogs' feet as not as tough or resilient as many pet owners believe them to be. As a general rule, if an activity would cause harm or pain to a pet owner's feet, they should not allow their dog to engage in the activity.
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  • Address Behavioral Issues With Your Vet For Your Cat After A Move

    After a sudden move to a new house or apartment, you may have on your hands a cat that is beginning to show behavioral issues. Unlike dogs, cats do not adjust as quickly to new places, making it important that you stay patient with your cat after the move and do your best to ensure that they're as comfortable as possible. If you've noticed some negative behaviors, it's a good idea to visit the veterinarian for help.
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