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Aging Pets Need Special Care

I still remember the day I adopted our family's first dog! He was just a tiny puppy and, as we were driving home from the animal shelter, he "tinkled" in the car! We have had some great years together, and thankfully, he has remained a very healthy dog. Now that he is in his "golden years," he is still very healthy, but has developed a bit of arthritis. It is very important to keep an eye on an older dog's health, because unlike humans, they cannot "tell" their owners that they are experiencing pain. That makes frequent veterinary check-ups more important than ever for senior dogs. I have learned a lot about animal care throughout my life, including what I am learning about senior dogs, so I decided to start a blog to share my knowledge on. I hope I can help a lot of pets and owners!

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Three Tips For Spaying And Neutering A Teacup Dog
Getting your dogs spayed and neutered can make your animal healthier and aid them in living a longer life. It is also responsible to make sure that your dogs cannot produce more puppies that you do not intend on. If you have a teacup dog, your pet is likely to be much smaller than the average puppy. Many teacup breeds tend to be only a few pounds and easy to hold with just one hand.

How Old Is That In Dog-Years? Signs Your Dog Has Developed Age-Related Orthopedic Problems
 If you've got a senior dog, you need to start watching out for age-related orthopedic problems. Just like humans, dogs start feeling the age right in their joints. When that happens, routine activities can cause them discomfort and pain. Unfortunately, you might not notice the problem if you don't know what you're looking for, which means your dog may suffer needlessly until you can get it the help it needs. Luckily, there are some signs you can watch out for, which will help you identify joint problems that are affecting your aging dog.

What To Do If Your Cat Experiences An Animal Bite
Animal bites are a serious problem that can potentially cause dangerous infections. If your cat has been bitten by an animal, whether it's wild, another cat, or a dog, you will need medical attention. Keep reading to learn how you can improve your cat's chances of avoiding an infection and causing further damage to the area. Secure Pet and Call Veterinarian It's extremely important that you get your cat indoors where it's safe and to call a veterinarian immediately, such as at Metzger Animal Hospital.

Pet Acupuncture: What You Need To Know
Alternative medicine is becoming more and more popular in the health industry, and it is now starting to find its way into the pet industry as well. One particular form of alternative medicine that is starting to gain ground in the pet industry is acupuncture. Keep reading to learn more about acupuncture for pets. How Does Acupuncture on Pets Work? If you have ever undergone an acupuncture treatment session yourself, then you are very familiar with how acupuncture works.

Is Your New Shelter Kitty In A Panic? 4 Ways To Help Calm It Down
If you've adopted a shelter cat that was abused or abandoned, it might have been love-at-first-sight for you. Unfortunately, your cat might not be experiencing the same feelings, especially if it's afraid. Cats that have been abandoned or abused can require a great deal of love and encouragement before they're willing or even able to warm up to you. Don't give up on your cat though. In time, it will get over its apprehension, and become a loving member of the family.

Information For Having Your Dog Fixed
Whether you have a male or female dog, there are benefits that can come from having them fixed. There are also things you should know if you decide to go through with having them fixed. Contacting a professional, like Akaal Pet Hospital, is always one of the major steps. But you can learn a lot of information about spaying or neutering your dog by reviewing the information provided in this article.

Proactively Preventing And Managing Equine Arthritis
If you have a horse that is aging and you are worried about them developing equine arthritis, then you are right to be concerned. By the time most horses reach middle-age they start to show signs of arthritis. However, the good news is that you can proactively delay the onset of equine arthritis. If your horse eventually develops arthritis, then you can take steps to manage it and delay future progression of the disease.

Care For Your New Dog You Want To Follow Through With
If you are going to be bringing home a new puppy, then you really need to have a clear understanding of vaccinations and how they work. If you don't properly vaccinate your puppy then they can get very sick and some sicknesses they get can even be fatal. The information you can review here is going to prove to be extremely helpful in educating you on all aspects of puppy vaccinations.

Learn Ways For Calming Your Very Active Dog Down
Most everybody expects for the new puppy they bring hoe to be a little ball of energy. However, you would expect that the puppy would eventually slow down and become a more relaxed full grown dog. Instead, you may find that you now have this enormous full grown puppy that is taking over your home with its hyperactivity. A big active dog can be a lot to handle and in fact, this is unfortunately one of the reasons there are so many dogs in the shelters.

3 Good Ways To Stay Safe While Giving Your Cat Medication
Whether you're a novice or well-experienced in giving a cat medication, doing so can be an arduous task. Cats are equipped with sharp teeth and claws, and aren't typically thrilled to have their mouths pried open to administer medication. Maintaining control of the situation and preventing yourself from being injured is extremely important. If you're worried about being bitten or scratched, give these three suggestions a try to stay safe.