Funding Fido’s Healthcare

by Jed Yorkshire

Health insurance, car insurance, vacation insurance - why not pet insurance?

If you think about it - pet insurance makes sense. Whether your dog (or cat) is a purebred or a mutt, he’s bound to feel a little under the weather or have an accident (not on the carpet - one that’s a little more health related).

And if you have health insurance, it’ll make paying for that emergency surgery or treating your pet’s chronic illness a little more palatable.

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Dog Care - Fighting Fleas

by Michelle Johnson

Fighting Fleas can be very frustrating. They multiply very quickly and if not caught early enough they will infest your dog and your home. Once infested it is not easy to get rid of them. If your dog is constantly stratching himself that is a sure sign that he does have fleas.

Check his skin that is were you will be able to find them. There are different remedies you can try to kill or keep the fleas at bay. Bombing your house is one of them but you have to cover the furniture, leave the house for a few hours, who wants to do that? Luckily there are a few ways to stop the fleas before they get to the infestation point.

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Pet Insurance

by Bob Janeway

Are you a pet owner? Do you love your pet? Do you consider them as a valued member of your family? Then maybe it is time for you to consider getting health insurance for your pet if you have not already done so.

If you love your cat or your dog then you must be constantly concerned about its health. One of the best ways to ensure the health of your pets, apart of course from taking very good care of them, is to get them pet health insurance.

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Dog Flatulence - Does your Dog Fart

by Andy Machin

You love your dog - who doesn’t. But if you dog does have a spot of flatulence you’ll know it can be embarrasing as well as rather smelly! Read on for information and tips that can help to reduce your dog’s flatulence.

All dogs can have a touch of excessive wind from time to time. Just like us humans do. And when a dog has wind, he gets rid of it in the same way us humans do. Yes - dogs get flatulence and (in the politest possible way) blow it out their ass or fart to relive themselves of it. Again - just like us humans do.

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Be Prepared to Give Your Veterinarian An Honest History Of Your Dog

by John Edwards

So you have made your first appointment with the vet to discuss your new companion. The first item of business that the staff will discuss with you is getting your dog’s history on file. Either the doctor or a trained assistant (receptionist, technician, nurse) will take the history.

During the course of the examination, additional history may be requested by the doctor, or some questions repeated for clarification. Be as accurate as you can, but under no circumstances state as a fact something you are only guessing at.

If you aren’t sure, say so. If you don’t know at all, say so. It is better to give a few bits of reliable information than a plethora of guesses and misinformation.

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Dog Eye Problems - Infection and Proper Eye Care

by Moses Wright

One of the more common problems plaguing dogs is getting an eye infection. Your dog’s eyes are delicate organs and adequate attention should be paid to cleaning and caring for his eyes.

Although lids, lashes and tears are natural forms of protection, they are sometimes not adequate against the dust and dirt that can get into your dog’s eyes.

Dogs can be susceptible to conjunctivitis, a bacterial infection which affects the thin membrane covering the front of the eye called the conjunctiva. It causes redness and dryness in the eye or eyes.

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Dog Pet Bed- Your Dog Needs a Pet Bed

by Jennifer Pezzillo

Why is it important to give your favorite four-legged friend a place of his own?

Your dog’s bed will benefit your dog’s sleep, comfort, and health for years to come. Many pet owners think that a dog bed is an optional item. However, having a pet bed is an essential item. Dogs spend a good part of every day sound asleep. The comfort and health of your dog depends on a quality sleep. There are many benefits for you and your dog.

Security

Dogs can feel anxious especially when their owner is away. Providing your pet with a special place to call his own will give him a sense of security.

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