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Safe summer hiking with your dog
Hiking can be a great way to bond with your dog and stay
in shape. Parks and trails are very stimulating for a dog and hiking is a great
way to get back to nature together. But precautions must be taken so that your
pooch does not hurt himself or any other wildlife you may encounter along the
way.
Start with the basics. First you must determine that your
dog is physically capable of taking the hike. If you have any worries or doubts
about your pet consult your veterinarian. It is not recommended that you take a
puppy under 18 months out for this type of activity. Secondly and most
importantly be sure your pet is up to date on all vaccinations and medication
to prevent fleas, ticks, ear mites, worms and all other parasites. Thirdly make
sure your dog has proper identification- whether its tags or microchip- just in
case the two of you get separated. It’s better to prepare for emergencies ahead
of time and be aware of your surroundings at all times.
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Thanks to some wonderful readers we have told the world about Nova the loving cat who helped her owner get over her grief. We shared the story of Teddy- a remarkable rescue dog given a second chance at a happy life. We were able to get Keira the rescue dog votes in a fantastic contest!
Send us some information about why your pet deserves his or her own feature and some pictures and we will let the whole world know how special your pet is! Contact us and tell us why your dog, cat or other critter is EXTRAORDINARY! We would love to feature them for the world to see.
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The majestic Greyhound dog breed is the fastest dog
on the planet. This canine can run 45 mph while the average dog can run approximately
19 mph.
#DogFact
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Parasite
prevention: Pets using treatments keep the whole family healthy
Springtime can bring about many dangers for pet parents. Parasites are a reality in any pet owner’s life. It is quite common for a pet to contract an internal parasite like tapeworm or an external parasite such as fleas. A pet catching a parasite- like cat fleas, the most common of all the fleas- is inevitable if a monthly preventative treatment is not used. Fleas can jump on people and enter the home making it easy to infect even indoor pets. Most parasites can infect humans putting children in the home at risk. Prescription monthly topical treatments like Advantage Multi by Bayer may seem expensive but it is a small price to pay to ensure your family is safe. Find out why monthly prevention is so important to defend against the dangers that the warm weather brings.
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The wonderful walk:
Spring is here and exercising with your dog is in season
Spring is here and finally pet parents can start spending more quality time outside with their canine companions. Exercise is one of the key ingredients in giving a dog a happy and healthy life. It is in a dogs nature to travel and walking your dog is one of the best and more common ways to get your dog to burn off energy. Some dogs need more physical and mental stimulation than others. Getting to know your dog is crucial when it comes to physical activity and can help tone muscle, combat obesity and stop destructive behavior all together. Find out how to perfect the walk, always be prepared and use the walk to make your dog a better listener.
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A young rabbit is called a kitten or kit. A male rabbit
is a buck and a female rabbit is called a doe. Does any of this sound familiar?
#RabbitFact
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Wild female rabbits living in their natural habitat have a
lot on bunnies. They can birth approximately eight litters a year.
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