It is probably OK for a dog to lick a child’s face. The only disease dogs and humans can pass back and forth through saliva is beta strep throat, which is relatively rare. So don’t be too concerned. Strep throat – You may want to take your dog to the veterinarian if strep throat has [...]
Many loving, good-hearted pet owners spend a lot of time and energy making sure their pet has a healthy diet, considering brands, comparing labels, debating moist-versus-dry, and consulting their veterinarian. In all the hubbub, they sometimes forget that an ever-present bowl of clean water may be the most important part of their pet’s diet. Why [...]
Kennel Cough in dogs will stimulate a coarse, dry, hacking cough about three to seven days after the dog is initially infected. It sounds as if the dog needs to “clear it’s throat” and the cough will be triggered by any extra activity or exercise. Many dogs that acquire Kennel Cough will cough every few [...]
Dogs get the flu – The Canine flu, (Canine Influenza) in a very similar way as the humans get the flu. Typical dog flu symptoms are: – Wet cough -Nasal Discharge – Eye discharge – Vomiting – Sneezing – Fever – Labored breathing – Lethargy If not treated, the Canine Flu will progress to pneumonia [...]
The canine distemper virus causes a very contagious illness in dogs known as distemper. According to traditional veterinary understanding, Distemper in dogs has not got a cure and is frequently lethal. In the past, distemper was the premiere reason for death among puppies who had not been immunized. The canine distemper virus is spread through [...]
If your dog has been vomiting and has diahrrea, you may be confused why this is happening. Chances are, a cause of the problem maybe dog food related allergies or sensitivities. Dogs that are getting the proper nutrition do not have allergies and if they do -the remedy is in proper nutritious foods. Diet related [...]
For all the scientific advances of the industrial age (since late 1930s) cats, dogs and humans are on a very slippery slope in this, the early 21st Century. Gastrointestinal and immune diseases are epidemic. There are over 150 million domestic cats and dogs in the United States alone! If only 10% of them are unhealthy [...]
Allergy is a disease in which the immune system reacts abnormally to every day substances such as pollens, animal dander, mold spores, mites, certain foods and chemicals. All of these allergic reactions are unpleasant, some are serious, and a few can be fatal. The offensive substances causing allergies are known as allergens. An allergic reaction [...]
If you follow the standard suggestions for pet shots you have potentially been submitting your dog to shots each year to try to provide them the best health possible. Owners will spend what they are told to guard their pets and doubtless themselves from contracting significant and most likely lethal diseases like rabies or distemper. [...]
We love our pets more than ever. They are no longer just a diversion. In fact, they have become like children in the home for many of us. Pets entertain us, make us laugh, and love us unconditionally. What can we do to show them our thanks? Following is a list of things you can [...]
