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How to Treat Blood Parasites (Schistosomiasis) in Dogs
Canine blood-parasite infection may show as fever, jaundice, or blood in stool or urine, depending on the parasite. Prevention is regular deworming; acute schistosomiasis needs vet diagnosis, not self-medication.
Basic Facts About Cat Teeth
A cat's mouth has four kinds of teeth: incisors (the small front teeth, hard to see but visible when you open the mouth), canines (every owner's nightmare - long and sharp), and further back, premolars and molars used for chewing kibble and hard food.
Everything About Calcium Supplementation for Dogs
Before supplementing, study whether your dog needs it. Calcium is only needed when deficient, not the more the better. In the body's balance, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, iron and other trace elements have a subtle equilibrium. About calcium - read on.
Does Your Dog Need Tooth Brushing?
Dogs must brush - it affects not just fresh breath but health. Many resist, so owners need patience. Here is why and how.
Foods That Are Toxic to Dogs
A dog's body works differently from a human's; some human foods are toxic or harmful to dogs - grapes, onions, chocolate, alcohol, xylitol, mushrooms and more. Here we detail what dogs must never eat.
Feline Vitamin Deficiency Syndromes
Of the vitamins cats need, some are made by the body, some from food. Lack of a specific vitamin causes a specific deficiency syndrome; long ignored, it can be fatal.
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.
How to Choose Golden Retriever Puppy Food
Goldens and Labs are similar mid-large dogs; Goldens have luxuriant coats, Labs short. Their skin nutrition needs are similar, so written together - how to choose their food.
What Does Nutritional Paste Actually Do for Pets?
Spring is here and flu season arrives. Both you and your furry friend catch colds more easily. Whether fighting a coronavirus or the flu, boosting resistance is key. For couch-potato pets, adding nutrition through diet is wiser and more efficient than making them exercise.
Precautions for a Dog Coming Home
For new owners, the worst is a puppy falling ill at home. So a just-arrived dog needs careful care - how to feed, drink, deworm, vaccinate and do simple training.