SHOULD YOU CLIP YOUR DOG IN SUMMER ?

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SHOULD YOU CLIP YOUR DOG IN SUMMER ?   Though it may seem like logical to shave your dog when summer comes ,there are many important reasons why you should not do this.   Double coated dogs refer to the animals that, like Huskies, Chow and Pomeranians have two layers of fur. The first, or […]

WHY I CHOOSE TO BE A VET

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Today , I was fortunate enough to examine and treat many adorable fur children and to connect with their wonderful human caregivers.I was busy but I found meaning and pleasure my work   And in the midst of this special day ,I experienced this exceptional moment or rather two moments …,moments in which I realised…. […]

Mushrooms

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Another question asked, some of you guys may or not have heard the answer before.   I always thought that mushrooms were toxic? 2 of my Danes eat avo’s (not because I give it to them…they pick it off the tree themselves and even pull the branches off and chew it.)   Some dogs can […]

CHERRY EYE

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CHERRY EYE   Cherry eye is the prolapse of the third eyelid gland. Unlike people, dogs have a membrane in the corner of each eye, located underneath the lower lid, which houses a tear gland.This gland produces about 40 % of the tear film which washes and protects the exposed portion of the eyeball.When this […]

SWIMMING AS THERAPY

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SWIMMING AS THERAPY   Dogs with leg problems can be helped. (With your vet’s approval of course). Swimming can also help with dogs who need to loose some weight. *Purchase the life jacket in the picture… *Place your dog calmly in the water. *Hold the handle on top of the jacket and help the dog […]

DOUBLE COATED DOG BREEDS

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DOUBLE COATED DOG BREEDS   Double coat means there is both a top (or over) coat made of tougher guard hairs and a bottom or (under) coat that is thick and soft. Breeds such as Pomeranians, Pugs,Shetland Sheepdogs, Siberian Huskies, Samoyeds, are examples of double coated breeds. With a double coated dog they need to […]

Reversed Sneezing

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Very common in flat faced dogs.   Reverse sneezing is a sudden rapid and forceful inhalation of air through the nose causing your dog to make a series of snorting noises.Many owners mistake this sound for choking…. Reverse sneezing is often caused by irritation of the soft palate, pharynx or larynx.   This can be […]

Why do dogs bite?

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Why do dogs bite? There are several possible reasons why a dog may bite: * The dog is protecting a possession, food or water dish or puppies. * The dog is protecting a resting place. * The dog is protecting its owner or the owner’s property. * The dog is injured or sick. * The […]

FELINE PANLEUKOPAENIA

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FELINE PANLEUKOPAENIA   Panleukopaenia is a viral condition in cats caused by a parvo virus that is a similar strain to canine parvo virus/catflu. This disease is prevalent in unvaccinated cats, and can cause severe gastro-intestinal, neurological, immune and reproductive problems It usually starts with sudden vomiting, diarrhoea, anorexia and depression. Should kittens become infected […]

Advantages of leaving your pet at home while you away on holiday:

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Advantages of leaving your pet at home while you away on holiday:   – Your pet is in their familiar setting (especially good for cats) – There’s no danger of damaging other people’s things – Food, toys, yard, cage, etc. are already set up and your pet already knows the lay of the land – […]