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Choosing a Veterinarian for Your Pets

Saturday, April 10th, 2010 at 6:45 am

It is inevitable that you have to seek the services of a vet if you have even just one sorrowful eyed puppy, more so if you have a dozen adoring dogs and cats. The choice for a good and reliable veterinarian is critical because in his hands lay the health and life of your pets.

Choosing a vet among so many is difficult especially if each vet says that he is an expert in treating this illness or a specialist or trained at this Vet school with experience somewhere.

First rule, is he or she really a vet? Of… Continue reading

Why support laws making us fix our pETS/? This is just groups like PETA and the HSUS appemts to stop pets.?

Friday, April 9th, 2010 at 7:00 pm

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“In a perfect world, animals would be free to live their lives to the fullest: raising their young, enjoying their native environments, and following their natural instincts. However, domesticated dogs and cats cannot survive “free” in our concrete jungles, so we must take as good care of them as possible. People with the time, money, love, and patience to make a lifetime commitment to an animal can make an enormous difference by adopting from shelters or rescuing animals from a perilous life on the street. But it is also important to stop manufacturing “pets,” thereby perpetuating a class of animals… Continue reading

why do some ppl abuse their pets i cryed over the news wen i heard som1 was abusing their dog?

Friday, April 9th, 2010 at 6:58 pm

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im a dog lover and a pet lover when i heard some one was caught abusing dogs on the news i cryed…

Flying With Pets – How Can You Keep Your Pet Safe and Healthy on Airline Flights?

Thursday, April 8th, 2010 at 5:58 am

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If you have plans to fly with your pet, you are part of a growing trend that has been increasing for the last number of years. Most airlines will charge a nominal fee to allow your small pet to accompany you, if it will fit into a FAA approved pet carrier that is small enough to stow under your seat. The following important info can help you keep your pet safe, healthy, and happy on airplane flights

When booking a flight, it is a good idea to make reservations for yourself and your pet as early as possible. You… Continue reading

Special Pets Might Need Special Veterinarians

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010 at 7:05 am

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Seeing your pet sick is hard enough, but what happens if your veterinarian seems to be stumped as well? Increasingly, veterinarians and pet owners are turning to the skills and special talents of the veterinary specialist. More than 25 different specialties are available, helping pets with everything from cancer to broken legs. In fact, there are more than 8000 veterinary specialists across the US providing rare treatment and diagnostic abilities. Watch this video to learn more… Continue reading

Where would I find support groups for loss of pets?

Friday, June 5th, 2009 at 5:52 pm

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We just found out our dog has cancer and we have to put her to sleep tomorrow. I am having a very hard time with this. Where do I go to find a pet loss support group?… Continue reading

Rescue Pets Wake Me Up Spaniel

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009 at 4:00 pm

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Lifelike sounds
You can program him to wake you up in the morning
When you set the alarm, he lays down to sleep until it’s time to wake you
When the alarm goes off, he sits up and barks
Recommended age range 3 and up

Product DescriptionThis helpful friend will wake you up in the morning with lifelike sounds. He sleeps, sits up, wags his tail and bobs his head, too. Requires one button-cell and 3 “AAA” batteries (included). Measures 10″ tall…. More >>

A Dog Diet Can be the Answer to your Pet?s Problems

Friday, May 1st, 2009 at 2:44 pm

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Animals are very sensitive beings. Their health state depends on many factors and we should act appropriately when our pets or animals that we care of are not well. A dog diet exists now for every health problem that could affect a dog. Veterinary specialists also recommend the improved formulas for horse wormers.

The most frequent health problems for large, strong animals such as horses are worms that affect the intestines and damage the digestive system. For this exact problem, there are now innovative formulas for horse wormers strongly recommended by specialists. These are constantly improved medicines for affections of… Continue reading

How Dog Food May Affect Your Pet?s Health

Friday, May 1st, 2009 at 10:45 am

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After starting a business focused on healthy dog products Distinctive Dog (www.distinctivedog.com), a new world opened up regarding the state of dog nutrition and what manufacturers do not tell consumers.

There is much debate when it comes to dog food, treats and pet nutrition. In the wild, dogs inherently hunted and consumed animals and plants. Their digestive systems were designed to break down raw meat while the enzymes present in the meat aided the digestion process.

Today, most domesticated dogs eat processed kibble containing primarily grains and refined protein sources. Once the meat source is removed, the remaining… Continue reading