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Protect
Your Dog From Leptospirosis
Leptospires grow well in water, appearing in a spiral
shaped long body with hooks on both ends. They are
called "aquatic spirochetes". They are of two species,
Leptospira biflexa and Leptospira interogans which
cause disease in animals and humans. Leptospira interogans
is divided ...
Do
Dogs Get Hepatitis?
Although dogs do get hepatitis, it may be different
in cause and effect from human hepatitis. There is
what is called Infectious Canine Hepatitis. This disease
is caused by a virus, and may prove to be a fatal
disease in some dogs.
Regular
Vaccinations And Your Dog
Immunity means that there is little or no risk of
falling ill to a certain disease. In adult dogs immunity
can result from either vaccination or the dog suffering
and survived the disease.
How
to Give Your Pet CPR
Pet CPR is a very important skill for those who deal
with emergency medical cases concerning dogs. Although
not everyone learns it, those who do are a vital factor
in saving the lives of many beloved pets
How
to Control Fleas
Fleas are parasites that feed off your dog's blood.
Flea eggs can be found almost everywhere - in your
couch, carpet, etc. so the likelihood of infection
is very high. To know if your dog has fleas, look
for flea excrement - small, dark, curly dots that
are also known as "flea dirt."
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Parvovirus
Is Deadly
Dog owners have to remain vigilant to signs and symptoms
that point to the disease. Parvovirus is a highly
contagious disease that manifests itself through diarrhea
and bloody stool. It is caused by the canine parvovirus
(CPV-2).
Your
Dog's Intestinal Parasites
Statistics show that one in three dogs at some time
can be infected with intestinal parasites such as
roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and tapeworms.
Dental
Hygiene for Your Dogs
Dental pet care experts say that up to 80% of dogs
manifest signs of dental diseases by three years in
the absence of proper oral hygiene. Getting dogs accustomed
to dental care as early ...
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