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Dogs and humans are susceptible to a variety of water-borne parasites. Luckily for dogs, most of these parasites cannot readily invade a dog’s body unless it eats an aquatic animal such as a fish, frog, or crustacean. Read more...
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Chronic cases of diarrhea in cats are a familiar headache for many veterinarians. Symptoms can wax and wane over a period of time, which can complicate the veterinarians assessment of the response to treatment in some cases. Many, though not all of these cats, will have inflammatory bowel disease (IDB). Read more...
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Canine heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease of dogs. Long white worms, technically known as Dirofilaria Immitis, are the cause. Adult worms, which reach a length of 6-14 inches, live in the right side of the heart and in the adjacent large blood vessels. Read more...
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Heartworm is a potentially fatal disease of dogs in the USA & Canada. There are a number of different preventative products available in shops and online, here we have assimilated the leading anti-heartworm medications on the market into a handy comparison table for your convenience. Read more...
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It is fair to assume that dogs would not eat their own stool, other dog's stools and cat poop unless there was a reason. Often the easy answer is that they find it tasty! Naturally this may be a strange concept for most people to accept. Read more...
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Vomiting in dogs is a very common occurrence and can arise from a wide variety of causes, from simple gastritis to complex diseases of other body systems. This article explains the multiple causes of vomiting in dogs, and the range of treatment options available. Read more...
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There are several different types of flea, but by far the most common is Ctenocephalides felis felis, also known as the cat flea. Though it is called the cat flea, it is the species most often found on dogs as well. Read more...
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Excessive loss of plasma and other protein-containing tissues into the gastrointestinal tract is referred to as protein losing enteropathy. Protein-losing enteropathy occurs in association with numerous gastrointestinal and systemic disorders. Diagnosis and treatment are discussed in this article. Read more...
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Constipation is relatively common in cats. While middle-aged and older cats are more susceptible, cats of any age can become constipated. Although there is no absolute rule on the number of bowel movements a cat should have each day, most healthy adult cats have one or two. Read more...
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Although a food allergy is non curable, the good news is that with proper diagnosis and management it can be well controlled in virtually 100% of cases. Read more...
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Parvovirus is contagious to dogs only. Infection does not automatically mean illness. Factors such as age, environment, stress, parasites, and general health status of each individual dog infected could affect the severity of the disease. Read more...
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Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) is an acute, life threatening disorder that is a medical and surgical emergency. Early recognition and treatment are essential for a successful outcome. The condition occurs in deep chested and large breed dogs such as the GSD, Great Dane and Irish Wolfhound. Read more...
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It is well documented and accepted that puppies should not be homed until they are 7/8 weeks old. To take on a puppy before this time will mean that it has not been with its mother and siblings for enough time to learn some extremely important lessons. Read more...
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Before introducing a puppy to a new household, owners should find out the type of food the animal has been fed, as well as its feeding schedule. Providing a similar diet will help ease the transition to the home environment. Read more...
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Pancreatitis, or inflammation of the pancreas, is difficult to diagnose. This is because cats with pancreatitis show signs that are not specific. The most common symptoms reported with pancreatitis are lethargy, loss of appetite, dehydration, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Read more...
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Chocolate contains theobromine - a substance toxic to dogs. While most lethal cases of chocolate poisoning occur when small dogs eat large quantities of baking chocolate, owners should nonetheless keep their dogs and chocolates well-separated. Read more...
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A dog suffering from chronic hypoadrenocorticism (Addison's disease) has recurrent periods of appetite loss, vomiting, diarrhea, and weakness. Since other more common diseases have similar signs, veterinarians often don't initially suspect hypoadrenocorticism. Read more...
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Whelping can be a stressful process for both bitch and owner. However, with the right preparation and a little know-how, the whole procedure can be made alot safer and more comfortable for the bitch and pups. Here we discuss appropriate home care for the whelping bitch and her pups. Read more...
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It's entirely natural for a new puppy to call out for someone to come when separated. Pups alone in the wild would not survive without this alarm system. Therefore all your new dog is doing is following instinct. Read more...
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