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How to make healthy dog food is no more difficult than fixing yourself a dinner. In fact, in many cases, it is easier. Take the recipe you will later later in this article of liver cookies. It’s about as hard to fix as chocolate chip cookies. You can make these in just a few minutes, give your dog a few, put the rest in the refrigerator an viola! You have dog treats for a whole week.
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Mar 29, 2008 | | Health & Safety
It could be alarming knowing that your Labrador is infested with worms. What we are talking here are worms, meaning to say, different types of worms. Maybe some thinks that worms are all just the same but, no they’re not. Worms vary and are different from one another.
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Feb 01, 2008 | | Health & Safety
Circumstances will surface from time to time that require you to look into dog boarding at a local kennel. The time duration can vary from a few days to a few weeks but you ideally want to find your dog the perfect home away from home. Boarding with a kennel should provide your dog with a safe environment while giving you peace of mind as you tend to your business.
Within your community itself, there should be plenty of word of mouth regarding suitable boarding, whether it’s coming from dog trainers, veterinarians, pet groomers, animal shelters or localized dog clubs or forums online. Be sure to keep in mind that there may be some ulterior motives with the recommendations. Some of your sources may be recommending kennels owned or operated by friends or family. So just because you are getting names doesn’t mean that your work is completely finished.
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Jan 26, 2008 | | Health & Safety
Before you decide to give your dog canine arthritis medicine you should understand what arthritis is and why medication will ease your dog’s symptoms.
Arthritis in dogs is just like in humans, it is when a joint becomes inflamed. It can be very painful, swell and become hard to move. Dogs can have different types of arthritis also. Before just giving your dog any type of medication you find at the store, you should have your veterinarian check your dog for signs of arthritis.
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Jan 25, 2008 | | Health & Safety
If you have been watching the media you will know of the recent recalls on pet foods and pet treats. As a dog owner, it might interest you to know that you can find dog treat recipes and make your very own nutritious homemade treats by following these easy to make recipes!
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Jan 25, 2008 | | Health & Safety
It is hard to get an early diagnosis of lyme disease in animals including your own dog. The first sign of lyme disease in humans is a rash, well; animals do not develop this rash. Lyme disease is also not one of the first illnesses that the veterinarian looks for when you take your dog in for a visit. Many other common illnesses can produce some of the same symptoms, so it can be hard to detect.
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Jan 25, 2008 | | Health & Safety
“Doggy breath” - that unpleasant odor emanating from the mouths of Rover and Boomer - can be a signal of serious health problems.
A dog’s mouth is his primary means of contact with the world around him. He uses his mouth to eat, to investigate and to communicate. The jaws are a powerful tool used to grind, gnaw, crush and carry. Keeping this part of your pet’s body healthy is vital to his quality of life and longevity.
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Jan 25, 2008 | | Health & Safety
Did you know that your dog’s dental health is just as important as yours? Just imagine what would happen to your mouth if you did not brush your teeth regularly. Well, the same thing will happen to your dog’s mouth if you do not clean their teeth.
There are two main types of bacteria in your dog’s mouth that can cause disease and infection:
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Jan 24, 2008 | | Health & Safety
Increase your dogs life by up to 134% with these 5 top tips to get your dog into tip top condition. Nearly all dog owners now know that there has been a lot of problems with commercial dog food as of late. There has been quite a few dog food recalls as well because of some of the dangerous ingredients which were found in them and also because of the poor dogs that lost their lives because of them.
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Jan 24, 2008 | | Health & Safety
Since my "other" job in life is as a Licensed Veterinary Technician, I have an opportunity to see many pets in a clinic situation. Two NON-veterinary things can EASILY be done by pet (especially dog) owners to save your pet from VERY preventable emergencies.
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Jan 18, 2008 | | Health & Safety