Stopping Your Cat from Scratching the Furniture
January 16, 2010
Scratching on different objects, including the furniture, is something cats love to do. But this can be really frustrating for you and can cause you to spend a lot of money. Felines need to scratch, it is in their instinct. They do it to sharpen their claws. When they are scratching they automatically remove the old layers of the nails. So, try not to punish the cat for doing that because this is something instinctual that the cat can not help doing. There are other ways in which you can prevent... Read more »
Caring For an Older Cat
January 16, 2010
In the last years the cat life expectancy has increased a lot, due to care from the human owners and the advancement in veterinary medicine. Nowadays a cat is old when it reaches its 10th birthday. After 10 years the aging process begins. Even the most playful kitty will grow old. But with some attention from you, the cat can enjoy 5 to 10 years more. As they grow older, cats will lose their hearing ability. This can sometimes go unnoticed as the owners sometimes confuse the lack of response of their... Read more »
How Lyme Disease Develops in Dogs
January 11, 2010
Dogs develop a certain condition called lyme disease that is caused by bites of deer ticks transmitting such kind of bacteria. This disease can also occur in humans as it can to animals. Lyme disease is acquired when the tick stays attached to the dog’s body for 48 hours. At the early stage of the tick’s life, that is when it starts to spread the bacteria in the dog’s body by embedding itself for several days. These ticks are so tiny they are about the size of a pinhead so a dog owner can barely... Read more »
Canine Mastitis in Lactating Dogs
January 11, 2010
A few weeks after giving birth, brood bitches sometimes develop a kind of breast infection called canine mastitis. This type of infection is not ordinary among female canines but an owner should still take necessary precautions when their pets are diagnosed with such illness. When puppies are weaned too early, it can cause an infection to lactating canines. Another factor would be the constant scratches from the claws of the puppies on the mother’s breasts. Other canine-related infections can also... Read more »
Liver Problems In Canines
January 11, 2010
Just like human beings, dogs also can have liver problems. Their livers can be damaged by toxins, chemicals and other waste products. The liver plays an important role in the dog’s body and you, as its owner, you must find ways to protect it. Liver diseases can affect any dog, no matter if it is small or big, young or old. There are many reasons why liver diseases happen and most of the times the liver does not regenerate itself. Popular causes for liver diseases in dogs Some of the most common... Read more »
Dog Health Care Basics
January 11, 2010
Just like human beings, dogs can suffer from a wide range of diseases. Most of the times dogs encounter problems with their joints, bones, eyes or nervous system. Dogs can also develop health issues that are more difficult. Hereditary issues like cancer can sometimes happen. The health of your dog should be of concern. But there are some simple steps you can take in order to ensure the health of your dog. There are some breeds that are more predisposed to certain illnesses and you should get to know... Read more »
Homeopathic Remedies for Your Dog
January 11, 2010
Sometimes dogs eat grass when they have pain in their stomach. As soon as they start eating the grass they will feel better. They find this as a natural remedy for their problems. Sometimes dogs eat grass when they did not get enough vegetables through their meals. That is when you know you should bring more vegetables into the diet. Dogs’ Homeopathic Remedies A homeopathic treatment is a type of treatment that works as a cure, similar to medicine. Homeopathy will induce certain symptoms into the... Read more »
Common Health Problems of Small Dogs
January 11, 2010
Just like humans or other animals, dogs are also susceptible to diseases. There are many dog owners that hate to see their pets suffering. Usually when the dog gets old, problems appear. Around 10 years dogs tend to develop serious health problems. The Most Common Health Problems for Older Dogs Depending on the breed, size and other key factors, dogs will develop different illnesses. Some of the most frequent illnesses are: - Bone and joint issues - General reduction in the metabolism - Difficulty... Read more »
The Most Common Health Problems for Older Dogs
January 8, 2010
Just like humans or other animals, dogs are also susceptible to diseases. There are many dog owners that hate to see their pets suffering. Usually when the dog gets old, problems appear. Around 10 years dogs tend to develop serious health problems. The Most Common Health Problems for Older Dogs Depending on the breed, size and other key factors, dogs will develop different illnesses. Some of the most frequent illnesses are: - Bone and joint issues - General reduction in the metabolism - Difficulty... Read more »
Parvovirus in Dogs – Infection Spreading, Symptoms and Treatment
January 8, 2010
This type of infection is highly contagious and it affects a lot of dogs. This virus causes death. Parvovirus, along with Canine Distemper, is one of the most feared that affects the canine population. It was first spotted out in the 19th century. Now it has spread all over the world and many dogs contract it. It is said that the disease was a mutation from the Feline Panlencopaenia virus - Distemper in cats. Infection spreading: Parvovirus gets transmitted very fast and usually to dogs that were... Read more »
