What’s Canine Lyme Disease? FAQ for Pet Owners
By Lorie Huston, DVM on May 21, 2012 6:00 am
Lyme disease is carried by ticks and can be passed to both dogs and people. Photo credit: pamzpix/Flickr.com
May is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a perfect time to answer some of the frequently asked questions relating to dogs and Lyme disease.
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By Lorie Huston, DVM on May 21, 2012 6:00 am
Dog Groomer Tips: Getting Your Dog’s Hair Cut For Summer
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on May 9, 2012 7:00 am
Is getting your dog’s hair cut for the summer a good idea?
Dogs don’t sweat and so to cool themselves they rely on the insulating properties of their coats, panting, or licking their paws so that as the moisture evaporates, it helps cool {read more}
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on May 9, 2012 7:00 am
Keeping Turtles as Pets
By Lorie Huston, DVM on April 16, 2012 7:25 pm
Turtles can make great pets but, as with any other type of pet, they require the proper type of care to prosper and remain healthy. Keeping a turtle as a pet requires some forethought and planning as well as ongoing care and maintenance.
Turtles can make {read more}
By Lorie Huston, DVM on April 16, 2012 7:25 pm
Keeping Easter Bunnies As Pets – Pros and Cons of Rabbits
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on April 4, 2012 7:13 pm
Easter bunnies as pets? Truth be told, Easter is no treat for rabbits and bun enthusiasts would rather you give an Easter rabbit made out of chocolate instead of a live one. But many people think that there is nothing wrong with giving an Easter bunny {read more}
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on April 4, 2012 7:13 pm
How to Make Your Own Cat Wand or Teaser Toy
By Lorie Huston, DVM on March 28, 2012 7:00 am
Entertainment and exercise are both essential for your cat’s well-being. Cat wands, aka teaser toys, are a great way to provide both for your feline friend.
What You’ll Need for Your Cat Wands
This is what you will need to make your own cat {read more}
By Lorie Huston, DVM on March 28, 2012 7:00 am
Safe and Unsafe Dog Toys – How to Tell Which is Which
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on March 15, 2012 6:00 am
Do you know which dog toys are safe or unsafe? If not, don’t worry–you are not alone. It is difficult to determine all the dangers a dog toy might pose.
To help you simplify matters, use the following guidelines for selecting the safest toys {read more}
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on March 15, 2012 6:00 am
How to Clean a Dog’s Ears
By Lorie Huston, DVM on February 24, 2012 7:00 am
Grooming should be part of every dog owner’s routine with their pet. Cleaning a dog’s ears is one of the tasks that should be a regular part of your grooming procedures.
Photo Credit: carterse/Flickr.com
How to Clean a Dog’s Ears Properly
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By Lorie Huston, DVM on February 24, 2012 7:00 am
How to Make Dog Treats
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on February 15, 2012 7:00 am
Ever wonder how to make dog treats? If it sounds daunting, it isn’t. The great thing about making tasty dog treats at home is that they are fresh with no additives. Go ahead, get creative and add other ingredients. Know that sharing the right yummy {read more}
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on February 15, 2012 7:00 am
Avoiding Winter Health Dangers for Pets
By Lorie Huston, DVM on January 26, 2012 6:00 am
In many parts of the country, winter brings with it freezing temperatures, snow and other inclement weather, all of which can endanger our pets. However, these are not the only threats our pets face in winter. Being a responsible pet owner means knowing {read more}
By Lorie Huston, DVM on January 26, 2012 6:00 am
Does Your Dog Need New Year Resolutions?
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on January 11, 2012 6:45 am
The New Year is underway and I have to ask, does your dog need any New Year resolutions?
Answer these questions:
Has the household been overindulgent and failed to resist the lure of sharing the holiday fare with Rover?
Is your pooch a bit more pudgy {read more}
By Diana L Guerrero (Ark Lady) on January 11, 2012 6:45 am
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