HEALTH ISSUES
Allergies in Dogs
WebMD Veterinary Reference from ASPCA Virtual Pet Behaviorist Just like people, dogs can show allergic symptoms when their immune systems begin to recognize certain everyday substances-or allergens- as dangerous. Even though these allergens are common in most environments and harmless to…
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Why Do Cats Cover Their Faces When They Sleep?
By Ryan Tronier Your purring pal sure makes sleep look easy. She passes out on the back of the sofa, while sprawled out in the middle of the living room floor and even on top of that fresh basket of…
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What Is the Best Flea Treatment for Dogs?
By Lindsay Schencker Now more than ever is the time to be proactive about pest prevention. Flea and tick…
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Protect Your Cat and Home From Fleas
A cat who scratches, chews her skin, or seems restless could mean that she has fleas. You can ease her itch (and protect yourself) by knowing how to spot and destroy fleas on your pet and in your house. Do…
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Get Rid of Fleas in Your Home, Step by Step
Your dog or cat has been scratching lately. Something small and black jumps from the sofa onto your arm. Don’t freak out. Take control with these steps. Call the Vet Is your pet on a flea control program? If he…
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Dog Ticks and Fleas Q&A
WebMD veterinary experts answer commonly asked questions about fleas and ticks on your dog. By Sandy Eckstein Although there are more than 2,200 kinds of fleas, it only takes one type to cause a lot of misery for you and your pet….
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Top 7 Dog Breeds for People Fighting Depression
BY DALE PARTRIDGE As someone who has suffered from depression, I cannot express the value our dog Rollie has brought to my life. The happiness, the companionship, the responsibility, the activity, the touch, and the laughter. While many of us have…
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4 Simple Tasks That Could Save You Thousands At The Vet
by Karen Tietjenon June 19, 2018 Most pets aren’t fans of the vet, and the truth is, we humans don’t love going either. Not only are we anxious to hear that our beloved friends have a clean bill of health,…
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Allergies in Cats: Symptoms and Triggers
WebMD Veterinary Reference from the ASPCA When a cat has allergies, her immune system is overly sensitive to certain everyday substances and begins to identify them as dangerous. Even though these substances-or allergens-are usually common in most environments…
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DOG ALLERGY TREATMENT: KEEP YOUR DOG HAPPY AND HEALTHY
Written by Wyatt Robinson You have probably never considered the possibility that your dog may need allergy treatment. Just like we humans can suffer from allergies that range from mild to severe, so can your furry friend. Dogs…
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Has Your dog been “Diagnosed” with Allergies?
Welcome to the club. According to many recent polls, “dog allergies” is the most frequent ailment diagnosis heard from local veterinarians in our modern times. Yet, why would so many dogs (maybe 1/3 of the population) be prone to allergies…
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Does My Cat Have Separation Anxiety?
http://www.vetstreet.com/ BY DR. MARTY BECKER DVM | APRIL 17, 2017 Thinkstock If your cat is peeing on the bed or scratching up your furniture, it could…
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Walking Your Dog: How to Do It Well and Why It’s So Important
Most dog breeds were developed with a specific purpose in mind, for example, sporting, working, herding and so forth. Consequently, whether your pet is a purebred or mixed breed, chances are he carries genetic traits that drive him to pursue…
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Diabetes: The ‘Human’ Disease that’s Soaring in Pets
Banfield Pet Hospital has released the results of a survey of over 2 million dogs and 450,000 cats that shows increases in certain health problems among U.S. pets, including: Diabetes Dental disease Flea infestations The rates of diabetes in…
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