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- Causes of Heartworms in Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Anne MingWhen you bring dogs into your lives you tend to find that life changes for the better. While you take them for walks, play with them, and care for them, you find that they are, in turn, taking care of you in a more spiritual way. Since they love you so much, it’s only natural that you give them ...
Views: 848 - The Causes of Roundworms in Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Anne MingIf there’s one thing a dog owner needs to be aware of, it’s roundworms. Roundworms are tiny worms that have a round body and usually grow from 3 to 5 inches in length. These worms live in your dog’s intestine and feed off of food that is partially undigested. They do not attach themselves to the ...
Views: 796(1 vote) - Things to Consider About Cheap Chicken Coops - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Anne MingIf you don’t live in the city and you have seen the mess that the world is becoming, you might have thought about raising your own chickens to lower your food bill a bit. This is a great idea but there are a few things that you will have to consider before jumping in with both feet. Your ...
Views: 757 - Mange - Treatment and Identification in Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Anne MingJust like humans, dogs can feel the adverse effects that cause hair issues. While these can include things like their natural environment, getting dandruff in the cold weather, or things like stress causing flaking skin or disease, there are things that you can do to check your lovable pet for ...
Views: 1009 - Does My Dog Have Glaucoma? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Anne MingWhile Glaucoma is an extremely serious illness, it doesn’t usually happen in dogs too much. Most of the time blindness in dogs happens from an accident, although there are those moments when Glaucoma happens due to genetic issues. When genetics are the cause, this is called primary Glaucoma. ...
Views: 1475 - Is Your Dogs Diet Making Them Sick? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Anne MingWhile having your dog throw up in front of you may cause you to be concerned, there is usually a reason that is common and natural for most dogs. Dogs will eat grass from time to time and this causes their stomachs to become upset, thus they will vomit. If your dog does this every once in a ...
Views: 803 - Natural Flea Remedies are a Great Choice for Your Pets - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Anne MingAll dog owners realize the importance of choosing the best flea remedies for their four legged companions. The choices for this are many and varied, but the majority of dog owners typically go with the vet recommended products such as Frontline, Advantage, and Revolution. While these are tried ...
Views: 690 - Easy Tips on How to Build Your Own Chicken Coop - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingThere are many different types of chicken coop plans, but if you want to pick the best models, you need to make sure they are convenient, cleanable, comfortable and closeable. The chicken coop must be easy to close during the night, so rats and foxes can’t enter and attack the chickens. It ...
Views: 835 - Common Causes of Dog Diarrhea - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingPeople that own dogs usually know how diarrhea in dogs works, since it’s quite common. The real reasons of diarrhea, the causes and the different varieties are known by fewer people. A diet change is one of the things that causes diarrhea. If you give your dog food that is especially made for ...
Views: 7581 - What you need to know about glaucoma in dogs - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingA serious eye problem which plagues both dogs and humans is glaucoma, and it appears when there is high intraocular eye pressure. The shape of the fluids from the eyes is well defined. The body regulates the quantity of fluid that keeps the eye pressure constant and optimum. Glaucoma appears ...
Views: 678 - What You Need to Know About Heartworms in Dogs - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingBoth cats and dogs suffer from heartworms, one of the major causes of death for these pets. It’s actually a parasite whose larvae are transmitted to dogs, through a mosquito that is infected. In order for the heartworm to grow and reach adulthood, it needs to be ingested by the mosquito at the ...
Views: 734 - What you need to know if your dog gets RoundWorms - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingThe canine roundworms are parasites that can be found in the dog’s small intestine, where they feed on bodily fluids and tissue. Their length can get to 6 inches, so they’re as long as a spaghetti string. You can imagine how they could be dangerous to the life of a dog, especially if he’s still ...
Views: 728 - UTI in Dogs – Tips for a Healthy Dog - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingUTI, or urinary tract infection, isn’t something found only in humans. Dogs also get it, though females are more susceptible to it, due to the shorter urethra. Male dogs still get it, though it’s rare. When UTI is in its first stages in a dog, it’s usually not harmful, and the usual signs ...
Views: 784 - What to Expect If Your Dog is Getting Mange Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Anne MingDog mange is a treatable disorder, and one that has many treatment options available for the dog, depending on the severity and the variety of the mange infestation. The most common mange treatment is the anti-mange wash. This is a procedure that will take time to be effective, sometimes as ...
Views: 1841 - Secondary Infections from Mange Infestation - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Anne MingThe mites that can cause mange in dogs (both sarcoptic and demodectic) will always be present on the dog’s body, but in small numbers they usually cause no harm. Dogs are immune to infestation unless they are put in situations that will lower their immunity, or are of the breed that have a ...
Views: 1369 - How to Treat Mange - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Anne MingDog mange is a condition caused by the Demodex mite that causes irritation to the skin and hair loss. Most cases of mange appear in young dogs. Demodectic mange or Demodicosis is caused by the Demodex mite. The mite can be found in hair follicles. The Demodex mite, in small numbers is normal to ...
Views: 1066 - Dog Mange: Sharing More Than Just Love - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Anne MingThe species of mites that causes dog mange is not the same as the species that can cause human scabies. That does not mean that the mites will stay on your dog and not cause problems on your skin. They can and they will transfer to you if you and your dog have frequent contact and your immune ...
Views: 827 - How to make Chocolate - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Anne MingMany think that making chocolate is a time consuming and difficult process. With careful research we have prepared the easiest recipe to make the daunting task easy for you. You need to begin with getting cocoa pods from which we can get cocoa beans. These pods have to be crushed and the pulp ...
Views: 856 - Cacao the Healthy Bean with a Long History - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Anne MingThe cacao bean has a much longer history than most people even realize, it can be traced back to ancient texts where it was used in ceremonies, for medicinal uses and in cooking. There have been archaeological digs that have recovered whole cacao beans and vessels, which were believed to be used ...
Views: 925 - Dogs: Eye Diseases that May Require Surgery - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Anne MingJust as we are vulnerable to acquiring certain diseases, our dogs can also get them. And in the same way that our body feels terrible when we are sick, our pets can also feel weak and tired when they are inflicted with a disease. One of the rather commonly affected areas in dogs is their eyes, ...
Views: 1016(2 votes) - Stopping Foreclosure at the Right Moment - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Anne MingWhen facing foreclosure, it may seem hopeless for your financial situation to be salvaged. While the prospect of losing your home is certainly discouraging, it's extremely important not to give up on getting your finances in order. Having a home foreclosure on your credit history is extremely ...
Views: 897 - Foreclosure's Effects on Personal Credit - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Anne MingIn current times, many families have found themselves facing one of the potentially most damaging financial events possible – foreclosure. Home foreclosures have been gaining publicity recently, as they are a sign of the dire financial situation around the world. Countless home loans were issued ...
Views: 1191 - What You Should Know if Your Dog Has Hip Dysplasia - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Anne MingHip dysplasia in dogs is a very common disease, especially in young dogs, and happens as a result to an abnormal development of the hip joints. The most affected breeds are the large and the medium ones, but it can also affect the small breeds. The most cases of hip dysplasia can be found in ...
Views: 906 - What Should You Do if Your Dog Gets Parvo - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Anne MingDreaded as it may seem, there are dog parvo treatments that you can use at home. However, if your dog doesn’t have the necessary immunization from this disease and the puppy is quite young, you are better off taking your dog to the vet because the disease can really be critical. It has ...
Views: 902 - Relieve Your Dogs Pain Caused by Parvo Virus - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2009 from Anne MingCanine parvovirus or parvo is a very contagious virus that affects dogs. The disease is spreading from dog to dog directly or indirectly in contact with their feces. The most affected are the puppies rather than adult dogs. The virus can cause bloody diarrhea. In very young puppies it can infect ...
Views: 2237 - Dog Arthritis - Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2009 from Anne MingArthritis affects people but also our dear pets. Statistics say that in US about 25% of pets are affected by arthritis. As a dog owner and lover, you should pay attention that your non-human friend is always in good mood, playful and that it eats well and healthy food. But if you do notice ...
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