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Are You Sure That's a Cough?
If your dog is coughing or wheezing, don't ignore it. Pet asthma is not something that should be taken lightly. If your dog is suffering from this affliction, it is likely that he is extremely uncomfortable, or suffering from an extreme health risk.
Bronchial and asthmatic conditions can hinder your dog's breathing and put stress on the heart. Don't put off treatment - bring him to the vet as soon as you begin to detect symptoms.
If your dog shows signs of asthma, don't be so sure of that diagnosis. Heartworms generally have many of the same symptoms as asthma. For this reason, it is imperative that you ask the vet to administer a heartworm test. Your dog is counting on you to take care of him and waiting too long could be jeopardizing his health or even his life—keep that in mind.
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A-Salt Those Fleas!
PetCareRX Tip: Want to know a secret? Fleas hate salt! Aside from putting your furry little friends on effective flea and tick prevention medications like Frontline Plus, protect your home from the critters. Sprinkle salt all around your home as well as your dog's home to keep fleas away. And, don't forget to put some salt inside of your dog's house or around his favorite bed or blanket.
*For some added protection, bathe your dog in salty water and allow it to soak into his coat. You will definitely notice a drastic decrease in the amount of fleas.
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How Necessary are Your Cat's Vaccinations?
What shots does your kitty need? Believe it or not, you have a lot of flexibility when it comes to vaccinating your cat. How should you decide what your cat needs? There are many factors to be taken into consideration before making a decision. Here are some things to ask yourself and your vet:
• Is your cat at risk to be being exposed to a disease-causing organism?
• What will be the consequences of an infection?
• Does the risk of an infected cat pose a threat to you or your family's health? (e. g., rabies)
• How effective is the vaccine?
• What is the frequency and/or severity of the reactions that the vaccine will cause?
• How old is your cat?
• Is your cat healthy?
• What types of reactions has your cat had to vaccines in the past?
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A Healthy Kitty is a Happy Kitty
PetCareRX Tip: Vitamins and minerals are extremely important to your cat's overall well-being and health. Calcium and phosphorus, which make up part of the bone, sodium (an important part of the of the enzyme system), and iron (a major component of hemoglobin), are just some of the many necessary vitamins and minerals that your kitty needs for optimal health and nutrition.
By investing the little time that it takes to ensure that Fluffy is getting what she needs you can prolong her life and help her to live more happily and healthily. Take the time to help your cat to feel good on the inside and maintain a shiny, healthy coat on the outside. If your feline shows signs of malnutrition or malnourishment, talk to your veterinarian about cat supplements.
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Check Your Pet's Breathing
Want to know the secret to controlling pet asthma? Learn how to recognize it! You should check your pet's respiratory rate before you even notice a problem—while he's healthy (the average respiratory rate for a dog is 10 to 30 breaths per minute while a cat will have 20 to 30 breaths per minute). Follow the instructions below to check your furry pal's breathing:
• Get your pet to lie or stand still. • Hold a stopwatch in one hand and either a Kleenex or a mirror in the other. • Hold the mirror or Kleenex under your pet's snout to determine breathing (the mirror should fog with each breath while the tissue will move). • Determine how many breaths your pet makes in a minute. • If your pet's breathing is abnormal contact your vet immediately.
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Make Good Pet Food Choices
PetCareRX Tip: Providing your pet with a healthy and balanced nutrition plan is an essential part of their care. Humans have the luxury of choosing from a variety of foods each day from which we can acquire vitamins, minerals, and proteins to keep us healthy. Our pets, on the other hand, eat the same thing every day.
Be smart when you purchase pet food—read labels and compare nutritional elements. And, before you grab that $2 bag of grub from the drugstore shelf think about its side effects.
Talk to your vet about your pet's nutritional needs. And, if your pet isn't getting the essentials from meals, it may be a good idea to look into cat or dog supplements. Take care of your pet and help him to feel good on the inside and look great on the outside through good nutrition.
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Be on the Lookout for Pet Heart Diseases
Does your dog have a heart condition? In early stages, signs of heart disease can be mild and undetectable. However, once the disease begins to progress, the symptoms will become more severe. When fluid builds up and vitals organs are not supplied with blood and oxygen, the disease will become symptomatic. Symptoms include:
• Depression and/or lack of energy • Poor appetite • Coughing • Weakness • Weight Loss • Labored breathing • Fainting • Swollen abdomen (ascites)
If you notice any of these symptoms, bring Fido in to see a vet at once! It's better to be safe than sorry. If it does turn out that your dog has a heart disease there are numerous effective pet heart meds available.
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Make That Coat Sparkle
PetCareRX Tip: Is your pet's coat looking a little lackluster? If your furry little friend has lost his silky, shiny look it might be up to you to make sure that he gets it back. In order to maintain a healthy coat, animals need to ingest fatty acids. Here's a little secret:
Invest in a nice grooming comb to help keep your pet's coat clean, shiny, and healthy. Select a higher-end comb with rounded tines and use it to gently groom and massage your pet. The friction that you will create will stimulate the fatty acids to transfer into your pet's coat. If this doesn't work, skin and coat vitamins might be necessary to improve your pet's coat.
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Could Your Pet Survive as a Vegetarian?
Could your pet live a healthy lifestyle as a vegetarian? As you probably know, cats are carnivores—they need protein from meat. It has also been proven that cats have a higher need of protein intake in general than canines.
Much like humans, dogs are omnivores—they are able to utilize meat and vegetables alike to create a balanced diet. In fact, dogs are perfectly capable of getting along quite healthily on a well-balanced vegetarian diet.
If you were to put a cat on a vegetarian diet, it would be likely to suffer nutrition-wise as it requires more protein than a dog. Keep your pet's diet and nutrition needs in mind when you select a food.
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Eye Care
Cat or dog eye care is essential for your pet's health. Did you know that you can clean your pet's eyes and face by gently rubbing it with a moist washrag? You should never, however, put any kind of cleaning solution in your pet's eyes unless it is prescribed or recommended by a veterinarian. Many breeds of animals have extremely sensitive eyes and you could end up doing more harm than good.
Some breeds of cats and dogs have eyes that regularly expel tears in order to protect and lubricate bulging eyes. These tears contain acidic properties that may stain areas surrounding the eyes, usually changing it to a rusty brown color. If this occurs, clean the areas gently with peroxide and cotton squares—DO NOT get peroxide in the animal's eyes.
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Calm That Stressed Pooch!
High stress levels can cause your dog to develop a pet behavior problem. If your dog is prone to stress (especially during boarding or traveling) you may want to look into a medication that can help stop and prevent negative behavioral problems including:
• Barking • Defecating • Urinating • Whining and Whimpering • Chewing and Biting
Discuss effective treatment options with your veterinarian. Comfort Zone with D.A.P. is an excellent medication with proven results. It simulates natural calming pheromones that help calm the dog, even under the most stressful of conditions. This medication has the ability to reduce or even completely eliminate stress-related behavioral problems.
