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Posts tagged "health" Pugs are adorable, but they also come with some serious health issues. From breathing problems to skin conditions, here are some of the most common health concerns you should be aware of if you have a pug.
Continue reading » Dog HealthNo Comment Approximately 80% of UK vets have described an increase in dog obesity. While most owners are aware of the health risks of dog obesity, only up to 30% of owners admit that their own dog is overweight. To keep your dog in their best shape, here are 5 signs your dog may be overweight. 1. No visible waist Start by standing over your dog and look down to their waist. Every dog, no matter the breed, should have an hourglass shape, even if it is very slight. Look for a tuck behind the ribs and hips. If you cannot see any clear tuck, then your dog is likely overweight. If there isn’t just an absent tuck, but the waistline projects outwards, then your dog is certainly obese. 2. Missing abdomen tuck Now, observe your dog from the side. Like the waistline, the abdomen should tuck upwards towards the spine. If...
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Just like humans, dogs can benefit from increased micronutrient and prebiotic intake, particularly before pregnancy or during lactation. The same nutrients that help support a healthy pregnancy and puppies can also benefit non-pregnant dogs, particularly if they suffer from inflammatory issues such as arthritis or inflammation. Here, PROGENY BB Premium Brood Bitch Formula will be reviewed, which is a powder supplement intended for pre-breeding nutrition, when nursing, and for dogs with allergies or arthritis. PROGENY BB Dog Breeding Supplement Progeny BB Dog Breeding Supplement is formulated for the health and well-being of both a female breeding dog and her puppies. This product is custom manufactured in the United States at Kauffman Animal Health in Lebanon, PA and distributed by Scientific Resources, Inc. The advantages of PROGENY BB Dog Breeding Supplement include: Increased litter health and fewer failed pregnancies and losses Lactation support Amino acid formula for improved muscle and organ...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews, PlanningNo Comment Choosing the best dog food for your pet is an important decision. After all, the food your dog eats directly affects the length and quality of his or her life. However, dog foods with the healthiest ingredients often fetch a higher price than foods made from lower grade products. Additionally, just because a dog food brand claims to be healthy doesn’t always mean that it is best for your pet. Listed here are 5 dog foods that are healthy for both your dog and your budget! Brand: Diamond Naturals Diamond Naturals is a brand that is both budget friendly and healthy for your dog. Available both online and at most retailer’s, Diamond Naturals is convenient as well. Check Current Prices Diamond Naturals Varieties Diamond Naturals has 12 varieties of dog food, including: Diamond Naturals All Life Stages Chicken and Rice Diamond Naturals Large Breed Adult Chicken Diamond Naturals Small Breed...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Dog Product Reviews, Dog Products, Food/Treats, Planning4 Comments The internet is rife with conflicting opinions as to the safety of Cephalexin use in dogs. Some websites have branded the drug dangerous to pets because of the potential side effects. So is this common antibiotic safe for your dog? The answer is: Maybe yes, maybe no. Cephalexin is not a veterinary developed drug, so it is widely available on the human market. It is typically prescribed in 250 mg or 500 mg capsules. It is also available in a 250 mg tablet that can potentially be split into halves or fourths for smaller children or pets. These pills are not scored and have a thick outer coating so cutting the pills into smaller doses does not guarantee even distribution of the drug throughout the pieces. The therapeutic uses of Cephalexin in dogs are similar to those in humans. Urinary tract infections and wounds/ infections of the skin top the...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Dog SafetyNo Comment We’ve heard it from our veterinarians, family members, friends and neighbors. Milk is harmful to dogs, right? The answer is more complicated than a simple yes or no, and the choice to give your dog milk should be an educated decision that we make for our pets. Balance the pros and cons carefully before letting your dog have his own bowl of dairy. SO lets find out together the answer to “can dogs drink milk”. My Dog Drank Milk, This Is Dangerous, Right? Not necessarily. Giving your dog cow’s milk does carry it’s own risks of causing tummy upset due to the lactose. In cow milk, fat is actually a large globule that causes bloat, cramping and discomfort even in humans when we drink it. These large globules of fat is what makes cow’s milk so hard to digest, taking up to 24 hours to get through the human’s system!...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Food/Treats15 Comments If you have adopted your puppy from a shelter, or purchased one through a breeder, you will notice that one of the “selling points” is that he or she has been “dewormed”. Now, if you have a puppy that did not go through any medical care before you, then you may be shocked to learn that your puppy has worms. Even if you cannot see them or if your puppy seems healthy, he or she has worms. All puppies do because they are born with them. There are at least 2 common worms that are congenital and passed from mother to pup. Other types of worms come from fleas, soil, water and plants. Facts about worms: • Your puppy having worms does not mean he or she is a “lemon”. • All worms are very hard to detect, and usually need to be seen microscopically before they can be diagnosed....
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