Monthly Archives: February 2008
Dog Diet After An Operation
Diet should be light and confined to fluids for a few days, and glucose should be added to all drinks. There is always loss of blood with which to contend; shock may still be present in a mild degree and fluid mixed with glucose will do much to remedy this. The return to normal diet … Continue reading
Caring For A Dog After An Operation
The care of post-operation cases will depend to a large extent on the nature and severity of the operation, and whether surgical measures have been carried out as the culmination of a long, serious illness or in a dog whose general condition is excellent. Constitutional disturbance is either absent or very slight where a minor … Continue reading
Pet Insurance Is It Worth It?
Bringing home a new puppy is the equivalent to adding a new member to your family, literally. With this new edition comes lots of love and excitement, as well as new responsibilities, especially in his first few weeks at the house. These responsibilities include feeding him well and providing the pup with necessary supplies such … Continue reading
First Aid Treatment For A Dog Choking
Dogs sometimes have a bad habit of putting anything they find inside their mouths. Actually, let me correct that statement, dogs always seem to find a way to put objects in their mouth that do not belong there! They tend to pick up all types of stuff, ranging from balls to rocks, small toys to … Continue reading
Dog Hip Dysplasia Treatment & Prevention
One of the most difficult tasks facing a veterinarian is how to manage hip dysplasia. There are several modes of therapy available, but only the most commonly accepted techniques will be discussed. 1. Maintenance: This is non-surgical management and consists of rest and restricted exercise, pain relievers, and anti-inflammatory drugs. Its best use is in … Continue reading
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
The growing popularity of larger breeds of dogs has brought with it a threat of a crippling disease of the hip joints known as hip dysplasia. This disease was first described in the United States back in the 1930s. Research has produced abundant information on hip dysplasia, but many questions still remain unanswered. It is … Continue reading
Dog Heartworm Symptoms and Treatment
Dog heartworm is a common disease among canines in the United States. Discovered in 1856, the worms mainly live in your dog’s heart and major blood vessels. The worms, especially on worst cases, seriously impair the heart’s operations. Worse, they could also clog your dog’s blood vessels. These infections result in loss of body weight, … Continue reading
Why Using A Crate Is An Invaluable Dog Training Tool
Why Using A Crate Is An Invaluable Dog Training Tool
Having the right dog crate when you start raising a new puppy is essential for various reasons. Some puppies do not yet know how to cope with la Continue reading
Keep Your Dog Health By Checking Him For Ticks
Keep Your Dog Health By Checking Him For Ticks
Ticks are nasty little bloodsuckers (literally) that are commonly found living and eating on the outside of your dog’s body. These creatures are res Continue reading
Flea Fighting Tips Every Dog Owner Should Know
Flea Fighting Tips Every Dog Owner Should Know
Fleas are like small vampires that literally suck the blood out of your dog. Not only do they live by draining his blood and cause severe irritation, Continue reading