Symptoms of a parasitic infection can include diarrhea, vomiting, and a “cute” potbelly as is often seen in puppies. Poor coat condition and a general appearance of low health are also indications of dog parasites or a bacterial infection. If you think your animal has a parasite, get the vet to take a stool sample….
Heartworms can spell disaster for your pet, so how do you know what symptoms to look for? The worst part about heartworms for the owner is that due to the fact that your pet may not show any symptoms right away, a heartworm infestation can go undetected until the condition becomes critical. Detecting problems early…
FRONTLINE Plus Flea and Tick Treatment is a popular choice for vets in North America for treating dogs and cats. All 100% of the fleas are killed inside 24 hours and all the ticks are killed within 48 hours when you use Frontline. Making FRONTLINE Plus Flea and Tick Treatment flea killer rise above other…
Storage is never a problem with Beefeaters Rawhide Free Twist Sticks, as you can reseal them back in their bag to keep them tasting great, plus they come with a handy storage solution when you buy the pack. It’s not just chews which Beefeaters make, high quality beef hide Twists are also available, which are…
It happens. We all know that dogs can sometimes have an accident in the house or on a long journey. Because dogs like to taste everything, they can sometimes ingest things which don’t make them feel too well. You’d rather I am sure, that this happened anywhere but inside the house or car. But stress,…
Dogs, we just love them don’t we? Well so do fleas, ear mites, and lice. It’s no laughing matter for your pet either. These three species are spreaders of bacteria and infections, and also can provoke flare ups on the skin. Some of these diseases can be fatal, or difficult and expensive to treat, so…
Cells, organs, blood, elements – all these work together in your dog’s body to create that mysterious thing – life! Although we put great store by the larger organs, life depends on health right down to a cellular level. If there is a problem in the smallest of cells, it can huge effects on the…
Your dog is made up of hundreds of cells, some of which bond together to form organs, which are the major players in sustaining life. Think of all the smaller elements, such as blood cells, natural chemicals, and antibodies to name but a few, as the cogs which turn, and protect on a minuscule level….
It is vital to keep a dog’s nails trimmed short enough. Overly long nails in humans are annoying but in dogs they can split and break causing bleeding paws. Your dog’s feet are tough but tender, and any foot injury can cause serious problem to move about. If you hear your dog’s nails making a…
We have all seen those adorable faces and tiny whiffling noses pressed up against the glass and been tempted to get a puppy from the pet store. Have you ever considered though where those puppies are sourced from, if not a local breeder? In a relatively small number of cases that might be true, but…