Aug 21 2008
Many people around the world find great joy in viewing birds. Some of these people are not scientists who study the habits of birds, but just ordinary people who find these creatures quite beautiful and fascinating. Some of these people belong to national, international, and local organizations devoted to bird watching, and often these people congregate with others who share their interest in birds.
Aug 17 2008
Dog diabetes can become a serious disease if not diagnosed and treated early. Complications at a later time can include nerve damage as well as blindness. A veterinarian can prescribe medications that can stabalize the disease and help your dog live a more normal life. Injections are one method of treatment, or a course of tablets depending on the seriousness of the disease.
Aug 16 2008
Kennel Cough is one of the leading causes of death in dogs. Kennel cough goes by the scientific name tracheobronchitis. It’s a very contagious upper respiratory illness that can quickly move through a kennel. It’s a deadly illness that can be difficult to treat, if not dealt with early. Kennel Cough is spread from dog to dog by coughing and sneezing. In a closed and close environment like a kennel, this disease can spread very rapidly.
Aug 15 2008
Contrary to popular belief, our family pets can suffer from anxiety just as much as their human counterparts. Anxiety is a response to stress and nothing can bring out anxiety in a dog as much as separation from an owner. Needless to say, a great deal of panic can set in with a family dog that seriously misses it owner. Also, the separation does not even have to be very long in duration. Some dogs may fly into separation anxiety panic simply waiting for an owner to return home from work. This can lead to the dog causing serious damage in the home. Obviously, this would not be a good situation. So, it would be wise to take a few dog house training steps to reduce the onset of separation anxiety.
Aug 15 2008
Dogs scratching and licking themselves can drive dog owners mad with frustration of trying to discover what is causing the terrible itching your dog is feeling. Dog skin problems are not uncommon in dogs and no matter how much you look for fleas, ticks, and other pest you may not find anything but bad dog skin problems.
