Archive for the 'Pets' Category

Gastric Dilation Volvulus: Does this Disease Threaten Your Great Dane?

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

Gastric Dilation Volvulus, also referred to as GDV, is a serious disease that can dramatically affect a great dane’s life. In this article, we will focus on the causes and treatment of this frightening disease which can cause your Great Dane much pain and discomfort.
GDV occurs when air compresses the stomach of the dog and [...]

Dog Possessed

Thursday, September 25th, 2008

The word Dog brings a smile to many a person’s face. Those lovable scamps, although it’s a cliché, are truly man’s best friend. Why do you ask? Simply put because most dogs want nothing but to provide happiness and bring joy into our lives. Unconditional love wrapped up in a small [...]

Your Pets and Allergic Dermatitis

Friday, August 22nd, 2008

Allergic dermatitis is one of the most common skin diseases that may pester or affect your beloved dogs or cats. You should be informed, however, allergic dermatitis is a serious chronic skin disease that can never be cured, only treated or controlled.
Literally, the term ‘allergic dermatitis’ is derived from root words allergy, which means sensitivity [...]

Teach Your Dog How to JUMP Over!

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Agility is excellent exercise for you and your dog. It is fun for children and also teaches them coordination and a sense of accomplishment for every new obstacle that they learn.
Let us now see how to teach your pet “Over”, which means jumping an obstacle. In order to begin agility, it is a good idea [...]

Do’s and Don’ts Of Teaching Your Puppy Proper Socialization Skills

Sunday, July 27th, 2008

Teaching a puppy or a dog proper socialization skills is vital to the safety of both your dog and other dogs and people with whom he comes into contact. A properly socialized dog is a happy dog, and a joy to be around for both humans and animals. A poorly socialized dog, or one with [...]

Are Dogs Safe From the Bird Flu?

Saturday, July 26th, 2008

Copyright 2006 Andrew Saari
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu or H5N1, is a viral disease that most commonly affects birds. It has appeared from time to time in regions around the world. It can spread easily among wild birds, but can also infect domestic birds including chickens, turkeys, ducks, and can also affect humans [...]