Sometimes, pictures are worth a thousand words. Brush up on some pet care and nutrition basics with these helpful videos.
Parvo is a common and potentially serious viral disease in dogs. The disease caused by this virus often results in severe diarrhea, vomiting and dehydration. Unvaccinated puppies less than 4 months of age are especially vulnerable.
This is my review of "The Complete Healthy Dog Book" by Betsy Bervitz DVM. This book, published by Workman Publishing, spans almost 500 pages and covers everything dog-related, from puppyhood to senior dogs. Is this a useful guide for your bookshelf? Find out in this review.If you have read this book, please add your review!
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Dogs and cats are naturally curious and sometimes they are hunters. This combination can lead to bites and stings from insects, spiders, scorpions and snakes. If you suspect your pet has been bitten or stung, call your veterinarian immediately for specific advice. A photo or specimen of the pest is helpful for proper identification and possibly treatement.Please share your pet's story and outcome here to increase awareness for other pet lovers.
Photo: The Arizona Bark scorpion will fluoresce under a regular UV flashlight. © Brian Basgen/Wikipedia
I can't classify this as a "frequently asked question" (FAQ) because this one was a first. Coupled with the fact that I have never even seen a scorpion in real life (thank goodness), I needed to do a little research first. Learn about scorpion stings in pets and read the firsthand account of Bailee, a two-year-old Maltese who was stung by a scorpion.Photo: Arizona bark scorpion © Brian Basgen/Wikipedia
Yesterday's post about veterinary behaviorists and Cesar Millan (the Dog Whisperer) got viewers talking about dog training methods.Leaving the debate aside, have you worked on a specific behavioral issue with your dog? Do you have any experiences with medically-based behavior problems that were solved once the underlying problem was addressed? Was your dog's history (abuse, neglect, abandonment) part of the reason for the behavioral problem(s)?
Whatever the cause, what worked for you and your dog? Please share your pet's behavior problem and how you modified it, either on your own or with the help of a veterinarian or trainer.
Photo: Daisy © Jay McDaniel on Flickr
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