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Owners have concerns present heartworm protection treatments will no longer be the, highly effective therapy as a result of heartworm resistant strain. As of yet, researchers have certainly not located a resistant strain of heartworms – but the American Heartworm Society as well as Companion Animal Parasite Council totally agree there is some data that [...]

One of the common problems that dog owners have to deal with is dog worms. These parasites infest our pets and pilfer nutrients from the food they consume. Some even cause more severe illnesses, and others can cause death if left untreated.
It therefore pays to be forewarned and in this article we’ll be discussing the [...]

Many dogs enjoy munching on grass, in fact some make a habit of eating it and show few ill effects. Yet this canine behavior is worrying to a lot of dog owners.
If you’re one on those concerned about your dog eating grass, read on to learn what the experts have to say about it.
Do [...]

Dog vaccinations have come under a lot of scrutiny in recent times. Some experts are of the opinion that annual booster shots should be dumped in favor of a three year cycle. Others contest that annual shots as a must to ensure that a dog is protected against communicable diseases.
Whichever side of the fence [...]

One of the accessories no dog owner can afford to be without is a dog crate. This versatile receptacle has many uses, one of the most important of which is an enclosure for safely transporting your dog.
Not all crates are the same though, so before you spend your hard earned cash here are some [...]

It’s possible you’ll be unaware of a few of the additional problems that pets frequently experience when they’re not protected against an infestation of parasites. Many people imagine a pet dog having fleas and picture a dog itching, although some of the problems can be a lot more serious as you’ll find out below.
Skin Dermatitis
This [...]

There’s no better way of bonding with your dog than spending time together communing with mother nature. Maybe hiking through the woods together, him chasing squirrels, you enjoying the tranquility and the company of your best friend.
But tread carefully, there’s danger up ahead. No, I’m not talking about bears or snakes or even wolves. I’m [...]

Tapeworm, or Dipylidium caninum to give it its scientific name, is a parasite that is most commonly found in the small intestine of dogs. These flat, white worms are segmented, and usually grow to between 4 and 20 inches in length.
Their survival strategy is to latch on to the intestinal wall and pilfer nutrients [...]

Canine Parvovirus (also known as Parvo, or CPV) is a deadly, highly contagious disease. CPV is currently the most common infectious canine disease in the US, and although there is a vaccine that protects against the virus, it does not offer full protection against all strains.
Dog owners should therefore arm themselves with knowledge about [...]

Lymphoma is a very serious disease, a cancer that targets the lymph tissue. As this tissue occurs in just about every major organ, the disease can spread rapidly and, if it is not treated, almost always results in death. It is the most common form of cancer affecting dogs.
Common Symptoms of Lymphoma in [...]