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Pet Insurance: Is It A Good Buy, Or Not?
So, is pet insurance a good idea or not? That answer can be problematic for pet owners to find, and really depends on more factors than just whether or not you actually need pet insurance.
Dog Costs: The True Cost Of Owning A Dog & How To Save On Vet Care
Did you know that owning a dog costs about $1000 for the first year alone? Then, it costs about $500 each year after that -- and that's just for the basics! Here are a few ways to save money when you own a dog.
Health Care For Older Dogs: Differences In Daily Care Routines As Your Dog Ages
As as a dog's Senior years go by and the Geriatric years approach, we dog owners need to add a few more things to the list of what to watch for and do, in order to help our aging dogs get as much out of life as possible. Here are some Senior dog health issues to look for, plus some tips for providing daily care for older dogs.
Senior Dog Care Tips: Things To Do Early!
The senior dog years can be hard -- on both the dog and the owner. But there are many things you can do to keep your older dog with you and feeling as good as possible for many years to come. Here's what to look for in terms of your dog's weight, energy, and behavior issues as he approaches old age.
How To Tell If Your Dog Has Lyme Disease From A Tick Bite
I have Lyme Disease. My dog does not. Our vet thought this was odd, because dogs spend much more time closer to the ground and inevitably get a lot more tick bites than we do. Plus, 90% of the time we're outdoors, our dog is usually with us. ...I guess the tick preventative that our dogs have always worn -- Frontline Plus -- really DOES work!
How To Get A Vet's Diagnosis (& Possibly Even Treatment) Without Taking Your Dog To The Vet
Did you know that you don't always have to take your dog to the vet in order to get a veterinarian's diagnosis -- and maybe even meds -- for your dog's minor health issues? It's true. With any non-emergency doggie ailment, you generally have 3 options.
Does Your Dog Have Dry, Flaky Skin? Here's The Home Remedy Our Veterinarian Recommends
Our veterinarian said dogs that spend a lot of time indoors during the winter months tend to get mild skin conditions resulting in dry, itchy, flaky skin. Guess what? A home remedy of Olive Oil will typically solve the dry skin problem throughout the entire winter season!
Why You Should Always Take Samples With You To The Vet
If your dog is showing a particular symptom or dealing with a doggie ailment, then anything you can show the vet that might be related to 'the problem' will usually be helpful when it comes to diagnosing and/or treating your pet. Here's when you should take samples to the vet... what type of samples to take... and how to gather & transport your samples -- like dog pee or poop.
