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Effectively Protecting Your Dog From Lyme Disease Through Vaccination And Prevention

3 June 2016
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If you live in an area with ticks, you probably already know how to remove one of the pesky bugs and to watch yourself for the notorious "bullseye" rash afterward. But what precautions do you need to take to protect your dog? Like humans, dogs are susceptible to Lyme disease, and it can have permanent negative side-effects for your pet if contracted. Opting for a voluntary vaccination alongside effective tick prevention measures is the best method to keep your pet safe through even the heaviest tick infestations. Read More …

Does Your Cat Have Roundworms?

1 June 2016
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The type of parasitic roundworms that infect cats are long, white and thin. They look like spaghetti, and they take up residence in your cat's digestive tract, where they leech nutrients from your cat's diet. Roundworms can wreak havoc on your cat's health if not caught and treated early, so it's important to be on the lookout for symptoms of these parasites – and to act accordingly if you suspect your cat is affected. Read More …

It’s Too Loud! 4 Tips To Help Your Dog Cope With Noise Anxiety

1 June 2016
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Summer is almost here, which means fireworks season is just around the corner. With fireworks come loud noises, which can be disastrous if your dog suffers from noise anxiety. If your dog suffers from noise anxiety, loud noises – such as fireworks and thunderstorms – can send it into a frenzy. Sadly, many dogs have suffered serious injuries when they've tried to escape loud noises. If your dog suffers from noise anxiety, here are four steps you can take to help alleviate the distress. Read More …

4 Things Cat Owners Need To Know About Roundworm Infections

1 June 2016
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Cats can become infected with many types of parasites, including roundworms. Also called toxocara cati, these parasitic worms can make your cat very sick. Here are three things cat owners need to know about roundworm infections. What are the signs of roundworm infections? Roundworms live in your cat's intestines, so if they're infected with these parasites, you'll notice that your pet is suffering from digestive symptoms. These symptoms may include vomiting or a change in the appearance of their feces. Read More …

Adopt From A Shelter

26 May 2016
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Yearning for a fluffy new friend is natural, and gravitating toward a dog or cat from a pet store or even puppy mill is understandable.  No matter how attractive those pets are, you and the pet population will be better served by your adopting a shelter animal. Purebreds If you have your heart set on a purebred dog or cat, you can find one in a shelter. Statistics show that 10 to 15% of the animals in these facilities are purebreds. Read More …