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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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Litter Box Blues: Three Ways Your Cat's Toileting Habits Can Indicate Health Problems

Posted on April 17, 2018

Cats can sometimes have very particular litter box habits, and sometimes changes in those habits can be a sign that there is something wrong. if your cat has recently begun having issues with toileting, it may be time to visit the local pet hospital. Here are a few symptoms that can serve as warning signs that your cat is experiencing health problems. 1. Going Outside Of The Box If your cat has never had issues with toileting outside of the litter box, a sudden change in this behavior can be a symptom of a urinary tract infection. [Read More]

Has Your Beloved Dog Reached The Final Stages Of Its Life? How To Prepare For Euthanasia

Posted on January 11, 2018

It's never easy to say goodbye to a beloved pet. However, when the time comes, that's exactly what you'll need to do. If your dog's quality of life is suffering, either due to old age, or an illness, it's time to start thinking about euthanasia. Euthanasia is a compassionate way of helping your dog through the final stage of its life. This is particularly important if your dog is experiencing pain. [Read More]

How To Vaccinate Yor Dog At Home

Posted on December 8, 2017

Vaccinating your dog is essential for the health of your pet. Dog vaccinations can be done at home, once you have purchased the vaccine. However, you may be a bit nervous about administering the vaccine, especially if it requires the use of a syringe. Here are some tips you can use to ensure that you vaccinate your dog in the correct manner: Most vaccines will come in two small bottles. The first bottle contains the liquid portion of the vaccine and the second bottle will contain the powdered portion of the vaccine. [Read More]

What You Can Do For Your Arthritic Dog

Posted on November 15, 2017

As your dog ages, it can develop health conditions just as people can. One of the conditions many dogs develop as they age is arthritis. Some breeds are more prone to developing arthritis, but any dog can get it. There are certain things you want to do to help your dog get along once they start suffering from arthritis, and this article can educate you on some of them. Help them have shorter distances to walk [Read More]