If your veterinarian has advised you to brush your cat's teeth, rest assured, it was not a joke. Cats and dogs develop dental disease just as their human counterparts if their pearly whites are not cleaned and maintained. Admittedly, most dogs are amenable to being trained to tolerate the tooth-brushing ritual. Cats, on the other hand, tend to take offense to having their personal oral space invaded. Acclimating your cat to a home dental care routine can be accomplished as long as you proceed with patience, praise, and perhaps a bit of bribery.
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Just like there are vaccines to help prevent disease and illness in humans, there are vaccines to help do the same in your dog. When you first get your dog, you might be wondering what sort of vaccinations they will need. Your vet might talk about core and non-core vaccinations. You should know what the core vaccinations are, as well as what non-core vaccinations are and when to get them for your dog.
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The thought of your sweet pup eating a toxic plant and getting sick or potentially dying is truly terrifying. Some innocuous-seeming plants in your home or garden are in fact harmful to dogs. The good news is that once you know what they are, you can identify them and make sure to keep them away from your dog. Here are five plants that can make your dogs sick:
Poinsettia
While ingesting a poinsettia plant is unlikely to kill your dog, it is mildly toxic to pets.
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Vaccinations are a commonly misunderstood preventative care treatment, even when it comes to pets. Understanding the facts can put you more at easy when you take your new puppy to the vet. The following guide can help answer your questions on this common and life-saving procedure.
Do vaccines actually contain the disease?
As a general rule, pet vaccinations work by containing a modified or inert form of the disease. It is no longer active and cannot infect your dog.
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Your pooch may enjoy playing in the snow, but being exposed to cold temperatures for long periods of time can be dangerous. When winter rolls around, it is important to watch your dog extra carefully. If you don't, he could develop frost bite and other serious conditions. Here is some helpful advice on keeping your dog healthy and safe in the winter:
Put Booties on Your Dog's Paws
Salt might melt away ice and prevent you from falling on the ground, but they can be rough on your dog's paws.
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