Loss of Appetite in Cats
Anorexia in Cats Anorexia, as a behavioral condition that applies…
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My passion is all kinds and ages of canine friends. If you love dogs like I do then this is the web site for you! I have raised and owned dogs for 47 years of my life, including small, medium , and large dogs. Many of the principles of care are the same , whether we are talking about a puppy or an adult dog. My on line searches for questions used to be all over the internet. Over the years I thought that going to one site for multiple types of information on care, grooming,age- appropriate nutrition , health concerns, obedience training, as well as offering links for canine products would be a great asset. LovinMyPup.com aims to do all that! New articles and information will be posted and updated frequently. Let me assist you in your journey as you enjoy the benefits of your Best Friend! Stop and Shop!
How to Treat Lyme Disease in Dogs and Cats
Lyme disease treatment includes Doxycycline (product 90235), a form of the antibiotic tetracycline. Because tetracyclines discolor the teeth of growing pets, and of pets still developing within the uterus, we use a different antibiotic for nursing, pregnant, and young pets — Amoxicillin…
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Symptoms of Dogs and Cats with Lyme Disease
Following a tick bite, symptoms of Lyme disease and/or illness may not develop for several weeks or months. Symptoms of Lyme disease in dogs and cats include limping and intermittent, wandering arthritis that affects one joint one day, and the…
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What Causes Lyme Disease in Dogs and Cats?
Lyme disease is caused by the microorganismn spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi. There are different ticks in different regions that are carriers of the disease. The tick that commonly transmits Lyme disease in the East and Midwest is Ixodes scapularis; in the…
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DIY Tick Repellent for Your Dog
Far be it from us to tell you to put pesticides on your dog. But we’ve never heard of a single nontoxic preparation that was effective at keeping ticks off all dogs. For some dogs, only the potent pesticides seem…
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Panleukopenia (Feline Distemper) in Cats & Kittens
Panleukopenia is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of cats, kittens, raccoons, and mink. The panleukopenia virus tends to invade cells which are rapidly growing such as those of the digestive system, bone marrow (which makes blood cells), lymph tissue, and…
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Alert: A New Strain Of Distemper Is On The Scene! How Can You Protect Your Dog?
by Dr. Kathryn Primmon December 30, 2015 Researchers at the University of Tennessee-College of Veterinary Medicine (UT-CVM) have investigated recent outbreaks of canine distemper. Canine distemper is caused by an adenovirus that affects multiple body systems. It is highly contagious with no…
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What Is Distemper And Should I Worry About My Dog Getting It?
by Adriana Sandovalon July 19, 2017 Distemper is a serious disease, and we’ve seen several people express concern over it and the pain it can cause pets and their families. We asked Dr. Kathryn Primm, a veterinarian with over 20…
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If Your Dog Swallows Any Of These Common Items, Head To The Vet
by Dina Fantegrossion August 19, 2016 Dogs “see” the world through their noses, and taste is closely tied into their sense of smell. Some veterinarians and animal behaviorists feel that this may be why pups snag items that…
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Hot Weather Health Hazards
By Dr. David Gordon, Holistic Veterinarian Below are some pet health hazards that can occur during the hot weather. Heat stroke: Certain breeds are prone to heat stroke (brachiocephalic or pushed in muzzle breeds) but…
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SURPRISE IS HERE!!! INTRODUCING LOVINMYPETS.COM
BELLA AND I ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR NEW BLOG WEBSITE CALLED “LOVINMYPETS.COM“. THIS BLOG SITE WILL FEATURE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PRODUCTS THAT I HAVE TRIED AND LIKED FROM THE BANNER LINKS TO THE ON LINE…
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Hairballs in Cats
If you own a cat, you…
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How to Find Your Dog’s Body Condition Score
By Carol McCarthy We all know that body weight is not the only factor to determine whether we are too thin or too heavy. Muscle mass and body fat also come into play, which is why doctors often measure our…
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Health Benefits Of Living With a Cat
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Previous 5 Expert Secrets To Turn Your Dirty Dog Into A Fresh Pup!
By Stephanie Schoniger| March 8th, 2017 I wanted to find out some of the best tips to keep our dogs in the best shape possible, so I reached out to my good friend and groomer extraordinaire, Melesssa Austin to…
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