Archive for May, 2009
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Moving Into A Small Apartment: Does Your Pet Feel Welcome? Part 4
As a pet owner living in an apartment community, it is your responsibility to keep your dog healthy and safe from worms and parasites, and your duties will go beyond booster shots and checkups. You will not only have [...]
Distemper: A Detailed Explanation Of The Disease (Part 1)
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Almost everyone has heard of distemper, and most dog owners know that their pet needs some type of shot in order to protect them against this disease, but that may be the total extent of their knowledge.
As we discuss distemper in this article series, please keep in mind that the [...]
German Shorthaired Pointer Dog Breed
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
The German Shorthaired Pointer is probably the most skilled hunter of all dog breeds. It is versatile and has the ability to trail, retrieve, point, and even kill game if necessary. These attributes are the result of specific blending of breeds during the 17th century.
The first mixes produced a large [...]
Spaying The Older Female Dog Part 1
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Most dog owners admit that there is a serious dog population explosion, but when it comes to spaying or neutering the family pet, that decision, as it’s now personal, is much harder to make.
Should I have my older female dog spayed since we don’t want to have any more puppies?
My [...]
Vaccinations
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Vaccinations need to be undertaken always by the pet owners and the dogs need to be vaccinated at the appropriate time. This helps to improve the resistance of the animal against some specific diseases causing frequently problems in dogs. The dogs that are orphaned due to the death of the [...]
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German Shepherd Dog Breed
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The German Shepherd is currently listed as the third most popular dog breed registered with the AKC. This dog resembles that of its ancestor, the Wolf, and was originally bred to be the ideal hurting Shepherd and guard dog.
Although this breed went through several name changes during World War I, [...]
Spaying The Older Female Dog Part 2
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Older female dogs should not be left to become pregnant, especially if by accident. While you may not agree with this notion, it can only enlighten your opinion by understanding a few solid reasons why these senior citizen lady dogs should be fixed.
In addition to the prevention of inheritable diseases [...]
Your Puppy’s New Veterinarian, Vaccinations & Over-The-Counter Medications
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Total Puppy Care: Your Puppy’s New Veterinarian, Vaccinations & Over-The-Counter Medications
Having a happy puppy means keeping him healthy, and one of the primary concerns in raising a young pup is making sure he is in the best of health. This can be accomplished by starting out with good quality veterinarian [...]
German Pinscher Dog Breed
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The German Pinscher is one of the better known of the Pinscher breeds. Its origins date back to the 17th century, and traced to the German Bibarhund and the Tanner of the 14th century. During the 1600s the Rattenfanger was created, which was a mix of black and tan terriers [...]
Why some men have a dog rather than a wife
Submitted by The Cat/Dog Log Blog
1. The later you are, the more excited your dogs are to see you.
2. Dogs don’t notice if you call them by another dog’s name.
3. Dogs like it if you leave a lot of things on the floor.
4. A dog’s parents never visit. Ever……
5. Dogs agree that you have to [...]
The Importance Of Vaccinations & Guarding Against Potent Over-The-Counter Medications
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Total Puppy Care: The Importance Of Vaccinations & Guarding Against Potent Over-The-Counter Medications
Never give your puppy any parasite-killing medications unless they have been authorized by your veterinarian. It is important to keep in mind that these preparations, although can be purchased over-the-counter and without a prescription, can have side effects [...]
Spaying The Older Female Dog Part 4
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If you have read our most recent studies and arguments for the positive health changes associated with the older female dog and spaying, we have indeed only talked about the benefits of spaying. But are there any drawbacks?
Some veterinarians think there are, but by comparison they are minor. Now and [...]
French Bulldog
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The Bulldog was extremely popular in England during the 19th century, particularly around the area of Nottingham. Most of these dogs were very small, weighing in at less than 25 to 30 pounds. They made their way to France when a large number of lace workers headed to the area [...]
Training Your Puppy to Collar and Lead
Submitted by Big Paw Designs Blog
Teaching a dog to walk on a lead is perhaps the most basic of all dog training, but judging from the dogs I see walking around the neighborhood every day, this basic piece of training is missing in many cases. No matter what the size of the dog, the best [...]
Dog Whisperer Training Not For All Dogs
Submitted by Healthy Pets Blog
Before you listen to the TV dog trainers and try what they teach - think again and please read this new study.
A new study shows how the behaviour of dogs has been misunderstood for generations: in fact using misplaced ideas about dog behaviour and training is likely to cause rather than [...]
Spaying The Older Female Dog Part 3
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If your dearly beloved older female dog is not spayed, consider for a moment the positive reasons for having your vet perform the operation. Not only will this quick fix prevent health problems, potential diseases, and may even increase the dog’s energy and well-being, it could also prove to be [...]
Signs, Symptoms, And Causes Of Strokes In Dogs
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Stroke Signs, Symptoms, And Causes Of Strokes In Dogs
Everybody is familiar with the fact that humans have strokes. It is a serious medical issue that people must be aware of when it comes to their own health. However, most of us do not realize that our pets can also suffer [...]
Wordless Wednesday #77
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Foxhound (English) Dog Breed
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The English Foxhound is a bit more stout in physical appearance than its counterpart, the American Foxhound. Although the exact origin of this breed is unknown, we do know that particular pedigrees were kept of English Foxhounds since the 1700s. This is longer than any other dog breed.
Fox hunting was [...]
Your Dog’s Chances Of Recovering From A Stroke
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Stroke Your Dog’s Chances Of Recovering From A Stroke
If your dog has had a stroke and you have sought out the proper medical attention, the good news at this point is knowing that your dog will recover from his stroke much faster than a person would. In fact, all dogs [...]
Support Humane Societies
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Do you support your local human societies or have you been guilty of speaking nothing but criticism and judgment over the way some of these animal organizations handle their responsibilities?
STOP!….. and ask yourself where we would be if it weren’t for the humane societies and animal shelters that exist today. [...]
How Common Heart Murmurs In Dogs Could Be The Result Of CCD
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Canine Cardiac Disease How Common Heart Murmurs In Dogs Could Be The Result Of CCD
If your dog gets diagnosed with a common heart murmur problem, it may be a sign of canine cardiac disease.
According to the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, a heart murmur results from blood flow running [...]
Foxhound (American) Dog Breed
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The American Foxhound has roots that date back to as early as 1650. In fact, it is one of the first American dog breeds that arrived from England which was recorded as an experienced fox chaser. By the mid-1700s, watching these hounds chase prey became a favorite pastime, especially for [...]
Brushes & Combs: What Is The Best Type Of Grooming
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Brushes & Combs: What Is The Best Type Of Grooming Brush To Use On Your Dog?
There are specific brushes and combs to use on dogs, all based according to what you need to accomplish. It’s not too different than when people need a round brush for curling with a blow [...]
