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The pool is a great place for your family and pets to spend their summers. It’s the perfect solution to cooling down, soaking up some sun, and having lots of fun. However, like with small children, your dog can potentially be at risk of getting hurt if not properly supervised. Not all dogs are great swimmers and not all pools are considered dog friendly. Rule number one for pet pool safety is to never leave your pet unattended around a pool. This has the potential to be a very dangerous situation. If you are aware that your dog is not...

Heartworm is a very serious and potentially deadly disease that can affect all breeds of dogs at any age. This parasite has also been reported more rarely in cats and ferrets, and it is wise for any pet owner to take precautions to protect their pet. Fortunately, it is easy for a diligent and conscientious pet owner to prevent heartworm and keep their pets healthy. About Heartworm Heartworm is an infestation of Dirofilaria immitis worms, a type of parasitic roundworm with a threadlike body that can reach 9-12 inches long at maturity. These parasites are only spread through mosquito bites,...

As temperatures begin to rise and you and your family begin to enjoy the warmer weather, it's important to get a jump start on protecting your dog from fleas and ticks. Getting rid of pesky fleas and ticks can be a hassle, but with the right products and if you follow these steps, fleas and ticks will not stand a chance. There are two major steps to take to protect your dog against fleas and ticks. The first step to protect your dog against fleas and ticks is to keep the parasites out of your yard. Ticks can survive the...

Diabetes can be a challenging condition to manage, especially in pets that cannot verbally communicate how they feel. Recognizing the symptoms of diabetes in dogs can help pet owners manage their dog’s disease more easily, avoiding severe complications that could become life-threatening. About Diabetes Diabetes – more formally known as Diabetes mellitus – is when a dog’s body does not make enough insulin or has an abnormal reaction to insulin. Insulin is responsible for transporting glucose (sugar) into the body’s cells for energy. With diabetes, however, glucose builds up in the blood because there is not enough insulin to move...

Yeast infections can be very troubling for pets, causing discomfort and possibly leading to more serious infections and complications. Knowing how to manage ear and skin yeast infections in dogs can help pet owners keep their dogs comfortable and healthy. What Is a Yeast Infection? Yeast fungus is naturally present on a dog’s skin and in their ears. When a dog’s body chemistry is balanced and the animal is healthy, yeast poses no difficulties, but when yeast begins to grow uncontrollably due to poor health or prime growth conditions, it can cause infections. Yeast grows best in warm, humid environments,...