Older people are deeply affected by the death of their pets. Losing a pet can be especially hard on an older person living alone. A dog or cat or even a parakeet might have proved a reliable companion to take care of and cuddle up next to for years. Pets also provide structure for those who are no longer working. So, it's no surprise that contact with animals is especially good for the emotional and physical health of senior citizens. Here are some ways you...
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Is neutering getting a high-tech makeover? New York-based company Ark Sciences has developed an alternative method to the necessary snip in the form of a simple injection.
"Zinc Neutering" terminates a pup's ability to reproduce by injecting a shot into their scrotum that contains a mixture of Zinc Gluconate, L-Arginine (an amino acid) and purified water. The company claims that the compound works by killing off sperm and permanently...
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Some dogs develop OCD (obsessive compulsive disorders) which can be identified by obsessive compulsive activities such as: licking furniture/carpet, tail chasing, air snapping, light chasing, flank- sucking, or water bowl digging. Some owners promote this behavior with laser light beams and wind up regretting it later.
Sometimes stress in the environment may also play a role in developing obsessive compulsive disorders in dogs.
Treatment
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Part of the responsibility of pet ownership means being aware of the dangers that your dog or cat may face from wild animals.
Here is a rundown of 10 common animal attackers, along with advice on what you can do to protect your pet from their dangers.
Coyotes
Every summer, many pet cats and dogs go missing because of these fierce creatures. Elizabeth Rozanski, assistant professor of emergency and critical care at Tufts University's Foster Hospital...
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It has been estimated that up to 1.5% of all cats in the United States suffer from a lower urinary tract disorder. One survey showed that up to 9% of cats taken to veterinarians in Japan also suffer from these problems. Cats can develop a number of problems related to the bladder and urethra. Commonly used terms are FUS (feline urologic syndrome) and FLUTD (feline lower urinary tract disease). The confusion over names reflects the confusing and changing nature...
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The vets at Pet Poison Helpline recently looked back at the top ten most common dog emergencies in 2011. The results give pet owners and vets clues to look out for 2012 and information about what to avoid in order to keep pets safe!
1. Foods -- specifically chocolate, xylitol, and grapes/raisins. Certain types of chocolate are very toxic to dogs. The chemical causing toxicity in chocolate is theobromine (a relative of caffeine). The darker, more bitter...
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FREE downloadable PDF files providing a comprehensive review of some of the most timely pet health topics: Allergies, Fleas, Summer Safety Hazards, and Vomiting and Diarrhea.
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