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Comfortis

January 28th 2012 20:33
Comfortis is a great oral medication to prevent fleas for your dog. The beef-flavored pill is easy to give to your dog, and it won't wash off like topical alternatives.

Comfortis kills fleas within 30 minutes, making it quick and effective. The pill is given to your dog monthly.

You may find that comfortis is a little expensive, but you can but comfortis online for cheaper than your vet may offer.

No matter what size your dog is, comfortis is available for dogs of all sizes.

I've found comfortis is best for all of my dogs, where frontline and other topical flea prevention never worked to prevent fleas.


If you're interested in trying comfortis with your dog, you'll want to consult your veterinarian.

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Why is Exercise Important

January 20th 2012 00:34
Exercise is very important for your dog. Just like in people, exercise reduces the odds of obesity and obesity related illnesses. Studies also show that dogs that are exercised regularly have fewer heat strokes.

Obesity can link to a wide range of health problems to include increased risks of arthritis from burdened joints, increase risk of torn ligaments, back problems, high blood pressure, heart complications, diabetes, breathing problems, skin problems, constipation, flatulence, anal sac impaction, impaired liver functions, and possibly a higher risk of cancers.


By exercising your dog regularly, you can reduce the odds of obesity, which will in turn reduce the related health problems.

It's not a good idea to just put your dog outside and hope that your dog will run around himself. Some may, but it is still highly advised that you exercise your dog with daily walks or runs.

Try obstacle courses with your dogs. Agility is a great way to exercise your dog and to burn the extra energy. Consider fly ball and other activities.



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How Often Should I Walk My Dog

January 14th 2012 00:00
You can't walk your dog enough, but not everyone has the time to spend walking their dog for hours a day. It's just not all that feasible.

What you want to do, is to strive to walk your dog a minimum of 20 to 45 minutes a day.

If you have a puppy or younger dog, you want to start off slow so that you can build your dog's endurance, but for older dogs, they're generally able to last for a longer walk.

You'll want to judge your dog. Watch his stride, pants, and overall behavior during the walk. It won't take long for you to figure out the length of the walk that works for you and your dog.



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Holiday Hazards for Dogs

December 22nd 2011 17:14

During the Christmas holiday season, most people are stressing about cooking the holiday dinner and buying gifts. But, you'll also want to keep in mind your four-legged friends.

The holiday season can be quite hazardous for your dogs.

You'll want to keep ribbons, wrapping paper, ornaments, tinsel, extension cords, and gifts away from your dogs. They may appear tasty and you may find your dog sick. It's not uncommon for dogs to try to eat holiday decorations and end up vomiting or having diarrhea.

Chewing lights and electrical cords can cause mild shock if the cords are gnawed on.

Also, try not to put ornaments or lights on the bottom of the tree. The ornaments may fall, leaving the wire hangers a danger, and broken ornaments that have fallen may cut your dog's toes. The lights may burn your dog's nose when he tries to sniff them.

Edible ornaments and decoration, such as popcorn and cranberry strands on the tree may be eaten, which can cause illness. Your dog may also knock the tree over, trying to get these edible decorations.

Whether you use a live or artificial tree, try to keep it blocked off so that your dog cannot get to the pines.

You'll find that many holiday decorations are not digestible can may block your dog's digestive tract, obstruct circulation, or cut his interiors.

It's also important that you keep your dog away from mistletoe, holly, and poinsettia plants. All three holiday plants are poisonous to your dog. Poinsettia plants are not that toxic, but they do contain a mild sap that can irritate your dog's mouth. The mistletoe, if consumed, may cause difficulty breathing, severe diarrhea, vomiting, shock, and even death.

Even if your dog has never bothered your holiday decorations or gifts, it's always a good idea to take precautions.


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Loyal Dogs

November 29th 2011 20:44
Dogs really are man's best friend. There are several stories where a loving dog will not leave the owner's side.

One story is of a fallen navy officer, who was killed in combat. Jon Tumilson's dog, Hawkeye, would not leave his side at the funeral.



An unmarried man in China died in Panjiatun, leaving his yellow dog behind. The dog did not leave his owner's grave for a month. Villagers noticed that the dog was staying by his owner, so they began offering food and water to the dog who hadn't eaten since the owner's death. The village is going to build the dog a kennel by his owner.



In Japan, Hachiko, met his owner at the train station every day in Tokyo. One day, his owner didn't return to the station at his usual time, as he hada stroke at work and died. The dog continued to visit the train station every day until the dog's death, hoping that his master would return to him.



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Dog Yeast Infection

November 23rd 2011 20:43
Yeast Infection in Dogs - Dog Ear Infection

Yeast infections in dogs can be quite common, especially for dogs with floppy ears, hair in the ear canal, or allergies


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Training a Deaf Puppy

October 2nd 2011 20:57


When training deaf dogs, you may have to entertain the idea of getting professional help so that you can have all the backup assistance in creating a well-behaved deaf dog


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Signs My Puppy Is Deaf

September 10th 2011 22:10
When anyone brings home a new puppy, the concern will always lie with, 'I hope he's healthy and ok.' Even when purchasing your new puppy from a reputable breeder or adopting the puppy from a shelter who has previously vet checked your puppy. There is always that concern, because the minute you bring your new puppy into your home, is the minute you start to fall in love with him.

If your puppy is deaf, you'll notice that he may sleep more than you'd think a puppy should sleep. Deaf puppies are easily startled, and they tend not to react to vocal commands or sounds. You may also notice that the puppy may shakes his head and/or scratch at his ears more frequently than a hearing puppy


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Dog Bike Trailer For Sale

August 31st 2011 15:40
If you have an older or disabled dog, you don't have to worry about making him run 2 miles with you anymore. You can load him in a dog stroller, and pull him with you.

Putting your dog in a dog trailer, gets him out in the fresh air, and it gives extra push to your workout


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No Bulldogs on Planes

July 5th 2011 15:42
There are no-fly lists for different airlines. Some dogs are just prohibited from flying. Many airlines have recently included bulldogs to that list. If you have a bulldog, whether a French, American, or English, your dog may not be able to fly with you.

Over the past five years, 122 dogs have died on plane flights, and 20% of those have been English Bulldogs and 8% were French Bulldogs


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