Caring For My Pets

Posted on: 8 January 2016

When it comes to being a pet owner, you have more than just loving and caring for your pet. Your pet should be on a wellness program that involves everything from receiving vaccines to anal gland care. Taking care of your pet's anal gland is often one of the worst parts of being a pet owner, but it is essential to ensure your pet remains happy and healthy. The anal glands are located right near the anal opening and hold the scent glands for your dog or cat.
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Posted on: 7 January 2016

When you decide to get a new puppy, there are some things you need to do. Aside from getting a pet bed, high-quality food, and scheduling play time, you also need to think about the puppy's health and training. Here are some important things to do after you get a new puppy. Get a Vet One of the first things you should do when you adopt a puppy is find a veterinarian if you don't already have one.
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Posted on: 7 January 2016

The vast majority of pet owners undoubtedly know that fleas are nasty little pests that make your pet itch, and that they can even cause anemia by draining too much blood. However, there are some additional negative problems that fleas can cause for pets. Here are four things you might not have known that fleas could potentially do to your pets. Spread Parasites As if fleas themselves weren't bad enough, they can also share another disgusting pest with your pet: tapeworms.
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Posted on: 6 January 2016

When you buy or adopt a new dog,  you know that it will likely take time for you and the dog to adjust to one another and get used to one another's quirks and personality traits. However, if one of the quirks or habits that your new dog has is constant biting or scratching on their back, stomach, or paws, you may find yourself worried that something is seriously wrong. Beyond the obvious possible issue causing your dog's perpetual itchiness, fleas, there are many potential reasons for your dog's behavior.
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