It’s a common semi-humorous observation that dogs and their owners tend to look alike. Unfortunately, one way they resemble each other all too often is in being overweight. With obesity statistics going through the roof for both people and dogs, it’s worth taking a closer look at whether there actually is a link between the weight problems of dogs and… Read more »
Most pet owners have never been told the truth about vaccinations. On the contrary, you are likely to get annual notices from your veterinarian that your companion is “due for their annual booster shotsâ€. The evidence against vaccinating, however, is overwhelming. Most veterinarians just choose to ignore the research because they don’t want to lose the income from giving booster shots to all those animals each year.
What is canine hip dysplasia? To put it simply, this is when the ball and socket of the canine’s thigh and hip bone are not fitted perfectly together. It may also be that the connective tissue that bonds the two joints together are not strong enough to firmly keep the thigh bone fit properly in the socket of the hip… Read more »
Dog allergies can be caused by any number of factors. Sometimes your vet will be able to easily pinpoint the problem, but very often the cause can remain a mystery. Many allergies are caused by certain types of food. It is therefore very important to find healthy homemade dog food recipes that will help control the itch if your dog suffers from food related allergies.
Experiencing the loss of a pet is the most difficult aspect of pet ownership. Whether the death is a sudden one, or one you’ve had time to mentally prepare for, it’s a traumatic and life changing experience. Below are 9 steps for helping you to cope with the loss of a pet. 1. Burial Spot: Create a special burial spot… Read more »
If you are too young to experience arthritis – good for you. It would be great if you start stocking up on your vitamins and minerals so you don’t have to experience the discomfort that this condition brings. Now, while you have within your power to control the factors contributing to your health – your pet cannot. Canine arthritis is… Read more »
Dog arthritis is a common condition that besets many of our canine friends. It is usually caused by a variety of reasons like age, weight, genetics and even an injury. For the most of us, we can help prevent this from happening to our pet through making sure we give them the best care possible. However, if your pet is… Read more »
Fleas are perhaps one of nature’s worst enemies to man’s best friend. Alright, so maybe that seems a bit of an exaggeration, after all, fleas aren’t fatal aren’t they? Yes and no. Fleas in and out of themselves do not cause death. They do contaminate the bloodstream of their victim which in turn, can lead to serious ailments when not… Read more »
Dogs are a loveable breed – the prevalent pet of choice for most people. As such, studies on dog health problems abound that will help pet owners understand potentially harmful diseases and what can be done to prevent and cure them effectively. There are several kinds of dog diseases. A lot of them are caused by contaminated organisms that disrupt… Read more »
There are no simple solutions in conventional veterinary medicine for dog urinary problems like incontinence. First you need to find out what the underlying cause of your dog’s canine incontinence is by taking your dog in to the vet for an appropriate diagnosis.