One of the most important things you can do for your dog is to take him to the veterinarian on a regular basis. Annual check-ups are the best way to identify health problems early and to prevent other types of health issues, such as heartworm. However, these vet visits are not always pleasant experiences for [...]
Antibiotics prescribed by veterinarians are used for treatment of kennel cough. Because kennel cough can be caused by viruses and bacteria the antibiotics obviously won’t help with the viral based kennel cough. Many times antibiotics are given for the viral type in order to combat secondary infections that could develop. Because many cases of kennel [...]
Why worry about the need to enhance pet immune system function? For the simple reason that healthy immunity means better overall health. And as our pets are exposed to more environmental hazards than ever in today’s world, keeping their systems functioning properly is more important than ever. Fortunately, for concerned pet owners there is now [...]
Do you know that there are so many options for electric dog collars today? At initial glance, it would be very easy for you to pick one. However, not all of them would be ideal.
When you are choosing electric dog collars, you may consider the following characteristics:
Adjustable Quick Fit Buckle System
Collars should fit the neck [...]
Are you asking about treating adult heartworms or treating adult dogs? There is quite a difference between the two treatments. One can be very severe and the other not so severe. There are home remedies for treating adult dogs but there is no home remedy for adult heartworms. We will explore the options on both [...]
Your love for your animal has sparked an interest in natural health for pets and that is important because like us, our pets deserve preventative, natural care. Prescription drugs do not heal the cause of medical issues; they only mask the symptoms and can even make them worse with all their side effects and complications. [...]
Pitbull Puppy Training Tips
Congratulations, on picking the perfect dog in my opinion. Pitbulls are hearty, strong, very loyal, energetic, and make a great all-around family pet. And training your Pitbull can be a very fun endeavor. I am a proud Pit-bull owner, and I am gonna show you some simple steps for training your new [...]
Is kennel cough contagious in animals? You bet it is and in fact it is highly contagious. Is kennel cough contagious to humans? Yes it is. In humans it is called an upper respiratory infection. In our pets it is called kennel cough because they usually get it after being boarded at a kennel. Thus [...]
At this point, you probably realized the importance of constantly hydrating your pets. It is also necessary for them to be trained to drink water regularly. However, they won’t be able to drink the water they need in a day if they always rely on you to get water for them. As enjoyable as pets [...]
History and Origin:
The miniature pinscher resembles the Doberman pinscher but in fact is of quite different legacy. The Miniature Pinscher originates in Germany, and was originally bred for hunting rats and vermin, as well as keeping guard. It is believed that the Miniature Pinscher evolved from the ancient German Pinscher family of dogs, which ultimately [...]