Dogs are human’s best friends and they can have health conditions that are similar to humans’, too. One condition that dogs can have that humans also have is seasonal allergies. Like humans, dogs can react to allergens when the weather changes, and this can cause uncomfortable symptoms and feelings for your pup. If your dog seems to be exhibiting seasonal allergy symptoms, the following list of tips may help.
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We approached Monika Kucic, author of MeowsNPaws and Animallama blogs, to write a post about approaching cats, and she provided an exceptional article we know you’ll enjoy. Here are her TIPS FOR APPROACHING A NEW CAT.
Many cat lovers such as me jump for joy when they see a cat, be it a friend’s indoor cat, stray cat minding her own business at the park or neighbor’s cat lurking from behind a tree.
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Today’s blog post is by Linda Hempler, of the popular blog, ChiChis And Me. To learn more about Linda Hempler and ChiChis and Me, visit our Contributors and Authors page.
As our overall population grows older so do some of the health and emotional problems that older people have to contend with. We all know the benefits of owning a pet.
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Today’s blog post is by Linda Hempler, of the popular blog, ChiChis And Me. To learn more about Linda Hempler and ChiChis and Me, visit our Contributors and Authors page.
When Out In Public
I have three adorable and loving Chihuahuas. I love to take them with me whenever it is possible. As a result, we often run into some very enthusiastic and exuberant children.
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There are millions of dog lovers out there who believe they know all there is to know about canines and their behavior, but many of them believe in dog myths that have been debunked over the years. Do you believe in some of the old wives’ tales that are still circulating among pet owners? We’ve chosen the top ten most common canine myths and debunked them.
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With temperatures across the U.S. dipping into the single digits and lower this week, every pet owner should make sure they are doing what they can to keep their dogs and cats safe from cold weather pet hazards. While some dogs enjoy the snow, none of them should be outside for too long, particularly if they are susceptible to the problems caused by winter weather.
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“My dog has a severe canine underbite. He’s only a puppy, and he can eat okay, but it’s very messy and takes him a while. Is there something that can be done for him, or will he just always be a slow, messy eater? I worry that he isn’t getting enough to eat. He doesn’t seem to be in any pain, but he looks really weird.”
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As a new year opens, many people are inspired to make New Year’s resolutions, or at least to make positive plans for change. This year, we’ve decided to pledge to make some changes not for ourselves, but for our pets. Our list of New Year’s resolutions is a great place to start for anyone who owns and loves a pet and wants to make their pets’ lives easier.
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In late October of this year, I posted “Losing Peanut Butter: Is My Senior Cat Dying?” In it, I talked about my fear that our elderly (18 years!) tortoiseshell cat was dying. She was weak, had lost a lot of weight and had recently gone blind due to complications of high blood pressure. She rallied in early November. She had gained almost a pound (that’s a lot when you only weight six pounds), was maneuvering around the house well and seemed to be adjusting well to her recent blindness.
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This week, we’re responding to a few questions about skin conditions and allergies, which we’ve combined under one post. Our guest expert this week is Dr. Duclos, a board-certified veterinary dermatologist.
1. I actually have several questions about my dog. He is seven years old and has never had allergies in the past,, but this year he has been battling itchy, raw skin and ear problems.
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