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Flea & Tick Prevention Is Just As Important During The Winter Months
Many pet owners make the mistake of thinking that when winter begins, it is time for flea and tick prevention to end. This could not be further from the truth. Just because your pet will be spending more time indoors during the colder months doesn’t mean you stop. Fleas and ticks can threaten your pet’s health and your home year-round if allowed. Even in colder climates, leaving your pet exposed to the diseases and harm that fleas and ticks can cause exposes your pet to a variety of problems. Here is the reason why. Even though many fleas, flea larvae,...
Doggy Danger: Beware of these Holiday Plants
The Halloween-Thanksgiving-Christmas holiday trifecta is traditionally characterized by festive and sometimes flamboyant displays of decorations. While many of these decorations are considered benign to the health and safety of you and your family, you may want to consider how they affect your pets. Dogs are the most likely culprits of gobbling up a poisonous holiday plant, so its important to take certain precautions when decorating your home for the holidays. First, beware of the poinsettia. This vibrant green and red plant indigenous to Latin America is a timeless decoration in the holiday season that garnered attention in the past for...
Before You Bring Home a Second Puppy
One puppy can quickly become a treasured member of the family, so wouldn't two be twice as nice? Not necessarily! There are many things dog owners need to consider to be sure a new puppy can have a wonderful life in their home without taking away from their first dog. Why Do You Want a New Puppy? Before choosing a new bundle of fur to bring home, it is important to understand why you want a new puppy. Do you miss the clumsiness and cuddliness of puppyhood? All dogs grow, and no matter how many puppies you may have, they...
Four Items For Cleaning Your Dog’s Teeth
Just like humans, dogs also need their teeth cleaned in one way or another. If not, the bacteria from their teeth can be ingested and damage their organs over time. Here are just a few tips for cleaning your dog’s choppers: Human toothbrush: Okay, Human toothpaste: BadNever ever use human toothpaste to clean your dog’s teeth. They have toothpaste specifically designed for dogs that should be used.Dental spraysMost dogs are okay with brushing but if they’re not, there are dental sprays that can be mixed with their water.Dental chewsSomething becoming bigger on the market is dental chews for dogs. This...
Learning the Difference Between Treats and Poisons for Your Pets
Every pet owner wants to give their pet a special treat now and then, either to celebrate a holiday or birthday, as a reward for a special trick or training or just because. The last thing that should happen because of that treat is discomfort, illness or death, but unless pet owners know what is poisonous to their pets, they could accidentally offer a toxic treat instead of a sweet surprise. About Pet Digestion and Dietary Needs Animals have evolved to need certain diets, and their diets don't necessarily coincide with what humans might need to eat healthy. Furthermore, altering...