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Canine Ear Mites: What They Are & How To Get Rid Of Them

Can you imagine 1000's of little mites crawling around inside your ear canals? Just the movement of these mites in this sensitive area can drive a cat or dog mad! Is your dog rubbing his ears vigorously? And...

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What Did Dogs Eat in the 1800's?

In the days before the industrial revolution, dogs in working class families ate pretty much the same basic, often poor quality diet that their owners were living on. Despite the fact that the dogs were...

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Deciding If a Veterinarian Is Right for You and Your Dog

When planning your first visit to a new veterinarian, be sure to plan to arrive early enough to complete all the necessary paperwork. Usually 10-15 minutes is a sufficient amount of time. Take a minute to...

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Declaring War On Ticks - Part 2

When a female tick lands on a dog, she will dig her head into its skin, burrowing her tongue deep to get a good hold.  After the tick attaches, nothing a dog can do will cause her to let go.  It’s...

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Herbal Treatments for Dogs

Pet owners are always on the look out for homeopathic, natural or herbal treatments for their pet, preferring it to the medicines found in prescription drugs. Large urban areas feature vets that specialize in...

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Are You Avoiding Veterinary Check-Ups For The Family Dog?

One day, a friend of mine was waiting to welcome a friend at the train station; there was a stranger that kind of caught me off guard. She was coming back from a business trip and was very excited about...

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Preventative Measures Against Heartworms

A heartworm is a parasitic roundworm which is spread primarily by mosquitoes.  It is an internal parasite, which makes it much more dangerous for a pet than an external parasite like fleas or ticks. Puppies...

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Understanding Your Dog's Stress When Moving Into A New House - Part 2

Moving to a new home can be a stressful experience for the family dog. Dogs are creatures of habit, changing their environment can cause them to be anxious until they’re comfortable in the new home. ...

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Declaring War On Ticks - Part 3

Ticks are a particularly vexing problem for pet owners.  Ticks reproduce rapidly in warm environments, laying eggs year round if they have a warm place to live.  Over time, ticks have become...

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Heath Problems with Older Dogs

As most who own pets of various sorts understand, there comes a moment when we can no longer hide from the fact that our beloved animal companions are aging. The beloved dog who used to run around joyfully at...

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