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Entries from December 2011

My Dog Gets Itchy Paws in Summer. What is Causing This and Is there a Cure?

December 23rd, 2011 · No Comments

There could be a number of causes. The include a grass pollen allergy, other allergy, dust contamination, or an insect/parasite infestation obtained from grass. It could also be from walking on hot pavement/ground, or crop chemicals on fields. After exercise, wash your dog’s paws with salt water to remove anything that may be causing the [...]

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Tags: Dog Health and Well Being

Do dogs hurt each other when they fight? Should I separate fighting dogs?

December 13th, 2011 · No Comments

Fights often look and sound more ferocious than they actually are. Rarely do dogs injure themselves, or each other; fights are usually over swiftly, with one conceding defeat quickly and becoming submissive, or turning tail and fleeing. Never try to break up a fight with your hands as you may be bitten, nor try to [...]

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Tags: Caring for Your Dog

What is Canine Distemper?

December 13th, 2011 · No Comments

Canine distemper is a potentially fatal viral infection in dogs. The virus affects a dog’s respiratory, nervous, and gastrointestinal systems, and it may also damage the conjunctival membranes in the eyes. The virus is usually transmitted from one dog to another via direct contact with blood, saliva, or urine, but it may also spread via [...]

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Tags: Dog Health and Well Being