Kennel Cough Kennel Cough is a common upper respiratory disease in dogs caused by one or more airborne infectious agents that irritate the interior of your dog’s throat. Symptoms will usually show themselves within three to seven days after the initial exposure and last about ten days to three weeks. Your dog can then continue […]
Facts about Puppy Mills and Commercial Dog Kennels Puppy mills house dogs in overcrowded and often unsanitary conditions, without adequate health care, food, water or human interaction. Dogs are not “live stock” animals like cows, pigs and goats. All Dogs NEED human attention and affection.. basically to stay sane. Dogs have been bred to be […]
Before getting a dog, its important to consider how the dog will benefit from the relationship and to choose the right dog for your lifestyle. Article By: Dr Sophia Yin With 72 million dogs in the U.S. and 400 million dogs worldwide, humans have established many different relationships with dogs. An estimated 3/4 of the […]
Puppy DO’s Identify your puppy with a tag placed on a collar. Tattoos can also be used. I also recommend all puppies are microchipped. Take your pet to the vet for yearly checkups. Supply your puppy with clean, fresh water at each meal and throughout the day. Keep your young puppy indoors until they’re fully vaccinated. […]
There are possible stresses involved for all puppies and dogs when they’re going to a new home. To be prepared is key. This is a very important time in your new puppy’s life and it is important to know how you can help make the transition as smooth as possible. The following information should help […]
Pet insurance is a must have for any new pet owner because it can save you from massive veterinarian bills. You only need to pay a small premium every month to give you peace of mind and to keep away from those scary vet bills that come very quickly if your pet runs into any […]
Along with the many joys of a bringing home a new puppy, you also have the huge responsibility of potty training your pup. It is a process that will involve patience and understanding on your part, and can take anywhere from six months to a year. The videos collected on this page are some of […]
Had enough of picking up piles and soaking up stains? Of keeping constant watch over an unpredictable pup? Of returning home to that smell? Well, your carpet cleaning and odor killing days are numbered. Soon you’ll be able to focus on what really matters when it comes to dog ownership:companionship, NOT cleaning. The Ultimate House Training […]
A handful of puppy training tips.. New dog owners often have the same response after the first few weeks of intermittent sleep and random deposits on their floors when they get a new puppy: Â “It’s like having a baby.” Â In actuality, it’s like having a baby that can run. Raising a puppy is not easy, […]
Canine parvovirus is an acute, highly contagious disease of dogs that was first described in the early 1970s. The virus has a tendency to attack rapidly reproducing cells, such as those lining the gastrointestinal tract. For best results, patients should be hospitalized and placed on IV fluids, massive doses of antibiotics, anti-vomiting drugs, intravenous feeding and serum […]