Health

Flea Control for Dogs

There are many different methods of flea control.If you have a dog, flea control is an important part of being a responsible owner. After all, no dog likes to have fleas, but often it happens anyway. For most dogs, an occasional flea dip, or a bat...

First Aid For Dogs

If your dog is badly hurt in your home or while out and about with you, you should know how to administer first aid until you can reach a veterinarian. A first aid kit tailored to your dog's needs can truly be a lifesaver. If you you're your dog o...

Dogs and Heartworms

It is surprising how many people are still confused about heartworms and the effects that a heartworm can have on your dog.First lets look at what heartworms are and how your dog can become infected.Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes into th...

Dog Worms: Don't Let Them Get Started

There may be no warning before dog worms strike.It was about two AM, when beneath our bed the new puppy we'd brought home from the pound just a month earlier began screaming. Not yipping or whining -- this was the kind of agonized screams that'll...

Dog Worming

Regular worming is essential to protect your dog against internal parasites. This involves giving it preparations in liquid or tablet form. Adult dogs should be wormed at least once a year, and at least once every six months if in contact with ...

Dog Vomiting? Help your dog now!

In most cases you should not be too concerned about your dog vomiting. If you know that the dog got into something or you changed its diet, you can probably wait 24 hours to see if the vomiting clears up, but only if the dog does not appear lethar...

Dog Mental Health

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Dog Medicine

Fleas and TicksAll dogs may at times have a few fleas, which usually is not much of a problem. But, in some cases your dog may be allergic to flea saliva, which will cause a skin allergic reaction to even just one bite. Also, ticks can be a major ...

Dog Health Problems and Symptoms: Where Do You Turn?

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Dog Health Emergencies: What Will You Do?

Sure, you may be a master of human First Aid. But do you know what to do in a dog health emergency? Approaching Dog Health Emergencies: Two Steps 1. In any dog health emergency, stay calm and think. 2. Approach the dog cautiously. The dog may beco...