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When You Should Not Bathe Your Dog
Every dog loves to look good, and looking good means staying clean and tidy - yet dogs love freedom and would rather stay filthy than take a bath.
Dog Neutering: A Complete Guide to the Surgery and Recovery
What changes after a dog is neutered? Many know neutering should be done early, but not why. A veterinarian answers common questions about the procedure and explains post-op recovery and care.
A New Owner’s Guide to Preparing for a Cat
Bringing a kitten home is joyful but troublesome early, so learn and prepare before serving your cat. Cats are sensitive; the author suggests a kitten over two months for beginners - one eating kibble and eliminating alone. Found/adopted newborns need experienced owners or pro advice.
Symptoms and Treatment of Canine Parvovirus
Canine parvovirus, also called 'dog turning intestines,' is a very serious contagious viral disease. But it is not untreatable - early detection and early treatment give a dog a good chance of recovery. Here are its symptoms and treatments.
How to Help Your Cat Live a Longer, Healthier Life
A cat's longevity depends on weight control, a healthy gut, antioxidants, muscle mass, and skin health. Support these through quality protein, targeted supplements, and daily activity.
Productive Lifespan of Breeding Rabbits
A breeding rabbit's best years are the first one to two, with productivity then falling 15 to 20 percent a year, so renew stock every 2 to 3 years. Give breeders a clean, dry, well-ventilated hutch, breed in spring and autumn, cool them in summer, and keep them warm below 5°C.
Seasonal Care Tips for Hamsters
Season changes bring large temperature swings that can make hamsters sick. Adjust bedding gradually rather than removing all warmth at once, watch for colds during big day-night temperature differences, and switch to summer supplies only from late April.
How to Breed Rex Rabbits
Breeding rex rabbits well means setting the first-mating age at 5 to 6 months (about 3 kg), mating in spring or late autumn, using repeated mating 8 hours apart to lift conception, feeding extra protein and vitamins before breeding, and limiting the buck to no more than two matings a day.
Common Causes, Medications, and Prevention of Sneezing and Runny Nose in Dogs and Cats
Sneezing and runny nose in pets are symptoms of disease, usually caused by respiratory infections. Sneezing and a runny nose are physiological responses of the nasal mucosa to various irritants; the more common causes are colds and rhinitis. Next, we introduce the causes of sneezing and runny nose in dogs and cats and the medication treatment for the corresponding diseases.
What to Do When Dogs and Cats Have Diarrhea? Keep These Fast Antidiarrheals on Hand
The medical term for diarrhea is diarrhea, which usually refers to changes in bowel habits and stool characteristics, generally manifested as frequent defecation, increased stool volume, loose stools, and bloody stool. Most diarrhea in dogs and cats is caused by gastrointestinal discomfort, but it may also be a concurrent symptom of other diseases. Today we discuss knowledge about diarrhea in dogs and cats.