Pet Health

Science-based care knowledge β€” from daily grooming to disease prevention, helping your pets grow healthier and happier

Does a Kitten Need Deworming?

Does a Kitten Need Deworming? Disease Prevention

Kittens do need deworming, but wait until about 2.5–3 months old unless a vet advises earlier. Parasites pass through the mother, food, and contact, so a post-weaning kitten exploring the world is at real risk. Use a broad-spectrum product and keep up monthly external protection.

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Can a Young Puppy Have Rabies?

Can a Young Puppy Have Rabies? Disease Prevention

1 Can a Young Puppy Have Rabies? Not every dog carries rabies, and the virus shows no signs during incubation. But any unvaccinated dog can carry it, so a bite that draws blood means a vaccine at once. A home dog with no contact with strays and regular shots has a much lower chance. 2...

πŸ“… October 29, 2020 πŸ‘ 2765
Does Every Dog Carry Rabies Virus?

Does Every Dog Carry Rabies Virus? Disease Prevention

Not every dog carries rabies, most healthy dogs do not, because the virus is caught, not born with. An infected dog usually shows signs within about ten days, and the surest protection is routine vaccination.

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When Should a Kitten Be Dewormed?

When Should a Kitten Be Dewormed? Disease Prevention

Kittens can be dewormed from about 2–3 months of age; internal and external deworming are separate steps. Always dose by weight and ageβ€”too much harms the cat, too little does nothing. Weak kittens should wait until 4 months, and pregnant cats only after the kittens are weaned.

πŸ“… October 17, 2020 πŸ‘ 4512
How Long to Wait Between Deworming and Vaccination for Cats

How Long to Wait Between Deworming and Vaccination for Cats Disease Prevention

Both deworming and vaccination protect your cat, but they shouldn't be done togetherβ€”allow about two weeks between them. A vaccine builds antibodies only in a healthy cat, so doing both at once stresses the gut and can blunt the immune response. Vaccinate from 8 weeks of age once the cat is settled and well.

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Why Your Dog Passes Live Worms After Deworming

Why Your Dog Passes Live Worms After Deworming Disease Prevention

Passing live worms after deworming means the job isn't done β€” a second or third dose is needed. Worms enter through dirty water, food, and walks, so deworm on schedule, follow the dose by weight, and space treatments 15+ days apart.

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Start with Dental Health to Keep Your Dog in Top Shape

Start with Dental Health to Keep Your Dog in Top Shape Disease Prevention

Healthy teeth are a dog's first line of defense against mouth disease. Brush regularly with dog-safe toothpaste, and use chews, raw carrots, and dry kibble to scrub plaque between brushings.

πŸ“… October 3, 2020 πŸ‘ 5204
How to Prevent Your Cat from Catching a Cold

How to Prevent Your Cat from Catching a Cold Disease Prevention

Cat colds are preventable, but most owners miss the small things β€” drying the coat after baths, limiting contact with sick cats, and washing up after being out. Stay on top of these and you cut both colds and other viral illnesses.

πŸ“… September 29, 2020 πŸ‘ 2904
How to Prevent Your Dog from Catching a Cold

How to Prevent Your Dog from Catching a Cold Disease Prevention

Most dog colds come from chills β€” wet fur, seasonal swings, air conditioning, or drafts β€” and a few from viruses. Warm bedding, avoiding drafts, and staying away from sick dogs and dirty places cover nearly all of it.

πŸ“… September 29, 2020 πŸ‘ 2942
How to Get Rid of Fleas on Your Cat Fast

How to Get Rid of Fleas on Your Cat Fast Disease Prevention

The fastest fix for cat fleas is a topical spot-on treatment, but combing, medicated baths, and a clean home all help. Treat the environment too, or fleas simply return within days.

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