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Just like humans, pets are susceptible to a number of unpleasant diseases and illnesses. Having the knowledge to treat and rid your pet of pests will definitely come in handy.
Tapeworm is spread when pets eat fleas that harbor tapeworm larvae and animal carcasses (such as rabbits and rodents) that contain the immature form of tapeworm. Read More
Lyme disease is an infection caused by the "Borrelia burgdorferi" bacteria, which is transmitted through ticks. It causes fever and arthritis, and can eventually lead to Read More
Your dog won’t stop scratching. Night after night, day after day, you hear her at night scratching and biting away at the itch. You also probably hear her whine, crying out Read More
If your dog has fleas it is important to not only treat the dog, but to thoroughly clean and treat your home. Adult fleas live on the dog, but during earlier stages of the Read More
Fleas can transmit disease and cause tapeworm, so getting rid of fleas on your pet is a must for a healthy animal and a healthy home. Fleas prefer warm and humid conditions Read More
Although we have come a long way in our war against fleas, most flea killing products are too harmful for puppies less than 8 weeks old. But you don't have to wait until Read More
Flea shampoos are an important part of an overall strategy for effective flea control. Low-toxic flea shampoos are commercially available. The best choice are products that Read More
Heartworm is a parasite that attacks the respiratory system of an animal. It occurs when a mosquito that carries the parasite bites an animal. The parasite travels to the Read More
Dogs are subject to a variety of different parasites that can cause health problems. Unfortunately, most dogs will get some type of worm in their lifetime and dogs that Read More
Ticks thrive in woody, grassy and brushy areas and carry diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Lyme disease. That's why it's essential to keep them off your Read More
It is imperative to vaccinate your dog against diseases, not only for his health and well-being, but also for the health of all dogs. Specific dog vaccinations are required Read More
It's the time your dog looks forward to the most: playing with his buddies at the dog run! But in order to keep Fido's time at the dog run fun and safe there are some Read More
Nobody likes pesky mosquitoes and unfortunately the little bugs won't be buzzing off anytime soon. Keeping them away from your pets requires a few extra steps in your Read More
Heartworm infection in your pets can prove deadly. When your cat or dog contracts heartworm, the parasites multiply and infest the animal's heart. If left untreated, the Read More
Fleas are not just pesky pests; they can infect your pet with disease, cause anemia, transmit tapeworms and torment your pet with irrepressible itching. An herbal flea Read More
The sight of a healthy, energetic dog playing with their owner--with a shiny coat gleaming in the sun--can warm your heart. Yet, a dog's skin troubles are a major problem Read More
When enjoying an outdoor activity such as hiking, bicycling, barbecuing or just sitting and relaxing, nothing is more annoying than that "buzz" in your ear, followed by the Read More
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