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What You Need To Know About Snakes

There are many different venomous snakes. Know the kinds of snakes you have in your area and what the dangerous ones look like. It’s not always easy to tell what kind of snake bit your dog, but if you do know, it can help your veterinarian determine the best treatment. In North America, there are four principal kinds of venomous snakes: rattlesnakes, cottonmouths (aka water moccasins), copperheads, and coral snakes. Snakes You May Encounter in North America Rattlesnakes Rattlesnakes live in a variety of habitats. They can be found in deserts, forests, and wetlands, from sea level to mountain elevations.

August 28, 2020 No Comments

Dog Care

Symptoms Of Worms In Dogs

Have you been wondering what the most common symptoms of worms in dogs are? Worms in dogs are one of the most common dog health problems and, although the thought of worms in your pup may be unpleasant, it’s important to identify the symptoms of worms in dogs so you can begin treatment right away. There are five types of worms that generally affect dogs: heartworms roundworms hookworms tapeworms whipworms How Can Dogs Get Worms? Dogs can get worms when they ingest eggs or larvae that they find in feces, soil, or even in fleas that they lick on their

August 25, 2020 No Comments

All About Dogs

Shake, Shiver, And Tremble: Why Dogs Do It

Every dog owner has experienced their pooch shaking off water after a bath or a walk in the rain. But what about other instances of dog shivering, shaking, or trembling? A dog tremble, shake, or shiver can mean all kinds of different things — some good and some bad. Let’s break down each of them. Happy or Positive Shakes and Shivers Drying Off We already mentioned this one, but it’s worth noting that there is absolutely nothing wrong with your dog shaking off excess water after getting wet — other than getting your house and you wet, of course! In

August 25, 2020 No Comments

A dog going through cancer snuggles with his owner

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What You Need To Know About Dog Cancer

Cancer. Even the word is terrifying. It causes images of loved ones slowly wasting away while going through seemingly endless rounds of treatment, tempered only by the hope of recovery. From portrayals in popular media and possibly even through witnessing it in our own friends and family members, we have a pretty good idea about what cancer looks like in people — but what about dogs? That’s right. As horrible as it is to think about, your furry, four-legged companion can potentially suffer from cancer just like you can. In order to help prevent cancer in dogs and catch it

August 23, 2020 No Comments

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Dog Owners Urged To Vaccinate Their Pets Against Deadly Parvovirus

The Beaver County Humane Society is warning dog owners to get their pets vaccinated after a second puppy recently tested positive for the deadly parvovirus. Parvo is a highly contagious and deadly virus that is commonly seen in puppies, but it is also known to affect dogs of any age. The virus is spread from direct dog-to-dog contact, contaminated feces, or contaminated environments. The virus can live in the environment for more than a year under the right conditions. Parvovirus Symptoms Parvo attacks a dog’s lining of their digestive system and prevents them from absorbing the proper nutrients they need.

July 14, 2020 No Comments

Allergies

People May Only Be Allergic To Male Dogs, New Study Suggests

Having allergies is rough, but nothing is worse than having an allergy to an animal. Surprisingly, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, 3 in 10 people who suffer from other allergies will also have pet allergies. That means that up to 20% of the population has an allergy to pets, meaning that owning a pet isn’t always a feasible dream. There are many health benefits to having a dog, such as higher heart attack survival rates. And while you may be thinking that you’ll have to forgo all companionship, it turns out that this may not be the case if

January 25, 2020 No Comments

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Before Disaster Strikes: Have A Plan For Your Dogs

When a natural disaster strikes, your emergency plan can help keep your family safe — but does your plan include your dog? It’s just as important to consider her special needs in advance as it is those of the rest of your family. You may not be able to predict the specific circumstances of the disaster or know how long you may have to evacuate, but by creating a general dog emergency plan, you will have precautions in place that help you react in a way that best protects your pup. ID Your Dog This is probably the most important

November 14, 2019 No Comments

Dog Safety

Dog Owner Issues Warning After Dog Is Poisoned By A Toad

When Kelsey Barbas let her dogs outside to play in the yard, she had no idea that it would become a deadly encounter. But then her dog Tater came into the house, displaying odd symptoms, and that’s when the nightmare began. “He was kind of cowering, he was shaking,” Barbas recalls. Chase, her other dog, then got her attention and brought her to the yard, where she discovered a dead bufo toad. Are Toads Poisonous to Dogs? “I ran back inside, Tater started foaming at the mouth,” Kelsey said. “And then he started seizing.” She immediately rushed Tater to the

November 13, 2019 No Comments

Diarrhea

Diarrhea In Dogs

Signs of Diarrhea in Dogs It is important to understand that diarrhea in dogs can take several forms. Stools can range from abnormally soft to watery. Other clinical signs may be present such as straining while defecating, gas, abnormal odor, or blood and mucous in the stool. Many cases of diarrhea are self-limiting, but others require treatment. Bloody diarrhea with severe straining may be an emergency especially for small dogs. Diarrhea along with vomiting can be signs of serious intestinal obstruction that may even need surgery. Weakness, pain, vomiting, or agitation are serious signs that the dog needs medical attention.

October 7, 2019 No Comments

A dog gets checked for heart worms by his vet

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What You Need To Know About Heartworm

My passion is protecting dogs in all ways — promoting spay and neuter to reduce the population of unwanted animals, encouraging people to rescue dogs from shelters, and helping them to find a balanced relationship that will make for happy dogs and happy humans. But I also want to protect dogs from disease, and there’s one killer lurking out there that is silent and invisible. If there are mosquitos in your area (and that’s very likely), then your dog is at risk. I’m going to share with you what you need to know about heartworm disease. About Heartworms While it’s

September 29, 2019 No Comments