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Ticks can transmit serious diseases to animals and people (ticks themselves do not cause the disease; it is the bacteria harbored and transmitted by ticks causing the disease) and it only takes one tick bite to be infected by dangerous, sometimes even fatal, tick-borne disease. There are many different types of ticks throughout the United [...]

Every summer our dogs are exposed to a potentially deadly disease called heartworm disease. Heartworms are parasites transmitted by mosquitoes. We cannot prevent mosquitoes from coming back every summer, but we CAN prevent the dangerous parasites they carry to infest our dogs! Heartworm disease (also known as dirofilariasis) is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease [...]

Either on your property or elsewhere, you are responsible for picking up after your pet. Nobody likes this daunting task, but it’s got to be done! Proper handling of pet waste is important for you, your dog and your family. Animal feces can be a potential health hazard for you and your pet. Parasites such [...]

We all know that a proper diet plays an important role in our overall health. Many of us also know that choosing organic foods as a part of our diet benefits our overall health. Many pet owners are now including their furry friends in the quest for an optimal health by feeding them organic dog [...]

Following foods are toxic to your dogs. Avoid feeding them to your dogs! Alcoholic Beverages Avocados Bitter almonds Broccoli (in large amounts) Caffeine – i.e. Coffee beans & grounds, tea, etc. Chocolate Cigarettes, tobacco, cigars Fatty Foods Grapes and raisins (including all associated products, such as juice or wine) Hops (use in home beer brewing) [...]

Why is chocolate toxic to dogs? Theobromine, a naturally occurring stimulant found in chocolate is responsible for a toxic reaction. Theobromine occurs naturally in cocoa beans which is present in all chocolate products. Dogs do not metabolize theobromine as fast as humans do – therefore, it can cause a serious reaction on their heart, kidneys, [...]

For most of us, getting a prescribed medication only takes a few steps: See a doctor, get a prescription, and fill it at a pharmacy – either retail or online. So, when it comes to getting a medication for your dog, what are the options? The easiest and most common way to get a prescription [...]

Good oral hygiene is a very important part of your dog’s overall health. People tend to think giving biscuits and dental bones/toys would to their dogs would be enough to keep their teeth clean, but it’s not that simple. They do help reduce plaque on your dog’s teeth, but not all. Plaque left on your [...]

When you hear a word “grooming,” you may picture taking your dog to a professional groomer. Here, we are talking about at home dog grooming. It’s easy and more beneficial than you think. Not only does regular grooming makes your dog look nice and pretty, but it also helps to maintain your dog’s overall well-being. [...]

Your dog is an important member of your family. You assure your human family members have some type of health insurance and you can do the same for your dog family members. You always make sure your dog is well cared for, but despite your best efforts, accidents and illness can happen at anytime. Dog [...]