The Do's And Don'ts Of Leaving Your Beloved Pooch At A Dog Boarding Facility

Posted on: 13 January 2016

No matter how much you feel bad when you stare at those pitiful puppy dog eyes, there are some situations when Fido just cannot go with you and will need somewhere safe to stay. Thankfully, there are many pet boarding facilities available with the primary purpose of taking care of pets while their owners are away and even some veterinarians offer this service to their customers. However, leaving your pooch alone for the first time can be a little unnerving.
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4 Signs That Your Cat Is Having Kidney Problems

Posted on: 13 January 2016

Kidney disease is one of the most common illnesses for a cat to acquire in their lives, but its symptoms often go unnoticed. While there's no known cure for kidney disease in cats at this time, recognizing the symptoms can help you and your veterinarian to come up with a treatment plan and slow the progression of the disease. Here are four symptoms of kidney disease that you may have overlooked in your own cat.
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Nature, Red In Tooth And Claw: Common Injuries From Cat Fights

Posted on: 12 January 2016

Although cats are been domesticated for thousands of years, within their breast, a savage heart still beats. Territorial by nature, they have little aversion to engage in vicious battles with other cats. Competing for the attention of a female cat in estrus will also leave many intact males battered and bloodied. While many of these injuries are not serious or life threatening, complication from some fighting injuries can affect the health of both a cat and its owner.
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Protecting Your Dog From Canine Influenza When Boarding

Posted on: 12 January 2016

When you are traveling and will be away from home for an extended period of time, one of the most difficult tasks that you can have is to leave your pet dog behind. As you plan your trip and schedule your dog for their stay at an animal boarding facility, one factor you may want to consider is how to prevent your dog from contracting a contagious illness like the canine flu.
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