Pet Health Care Gazette

New Dog Bite Statistics Study Results Released

Administrator — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:10:13 +0000

Newly released results from a study reviewing dog bite statistics indicates that while most dogs are never involved in dog bite situations, any dog of any breed is capable of biting given the proper circumstances.

Revolution Heartworm and Flea Medication for Dogs

Administrator — Mon, 18 May 2009 05:43:59 +0000

One of the most convenient aspects of Revolution for dogs is the fact that Revolution for dogs prevents heartworms at the same time that it kills and prevents fleas. For many dog owners, this is a benefit that is irresistible. In addition to preventing heartworms and fleas, Revolution for dogs helps to control ear mites [...]

Heartworm Testing in Dogs

Administrator — Sun, 10 May 2009 23:01:56 +0000

Heartworm testing in dogs is a simple process that involves only a few drops of blood. In many hospitals, it can be done extremely quickly, often in a matter of a few moments. Currently available heartworm tests are accurate and reliable. What Dogs Should be Tested for Heartworms? Any dog over the age of six months [...]

Rimadyl - Pain Relief for Dogs

Administrator — Mon, 04 May 2009 00:42:48 +0000

Rimadyl is the most common pain relief medication used in dogs. Rimadyl contains a medication known as carprofen, which acts to reduce inflammation and relieve pain in dogs. Rimadyl is used in dogs: to treat chronic pain associated with arthritis and other degenerative diseases to treat pain associated with surgical procedures to treat pain associated with muscular injuries (muscle [...]

Swine Flu in People, Pigs and Other Pets

Administrator — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 06:25:36 +0000

With the recent outbreak of swine flu in the US, Mexico, Canada and overseas, there have been a lot questions about the virus that causes swine flu. What is swine flu? Swine flu, or swine influenza, is caused by an influenza virus which is one of many strains of influenza viruses in existence. Ordinarily, swine flu is [...]

Roundworms in Dogs and Cats

Administrator — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 03:57:23 +0000

Roundworms, also known as ascarids, are the most common type of parasite seen in dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. Roundworms have been known to infect people, particularly children. In children, potential complications associated with roundworm infection include blindness, seizures and other maladies. Therefore, roundworms have a public health significance and controlling them for the family [...]

Tapeworm Infection in Dog and Cats

Administrator — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 23:54:00 +0000

Tapeworms are one of the most commonly seen intestinal parasites seen in both dogs and cats. Tapeworms are shed in a pet’s stool in segments and these segments are quite easily seen in the feces of an infected dog or cat or around the anal region of the infected pet. Many pet owners become quite [...]

Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs

Administrator — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 02:15:03 +0000

Xylitol is becoming an ever increasing problem in dogs and is now being diagnosed as a pet poison more often than ever before. Xylitol is a sweetener which is often used in sugarless products. It is also frequently found in oral care products as it seems to have some benefits for oral care in people. Items [...]

Parvovirus, or Parvo, in Dogs

Administrator — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:28:01 +0000

Parvovirus, or parvo, infection in dogs is often a fatal disease. It is caused by a virus, called a parvovirus, which infects the intestinal system of dogs. It is especially dangerous for young puppies. Recently, parvovirus has received attention in the news because two puppies which were adopted by Oprah Winfrey contracted the disease. One of [...]

Heartgard Plus Chewables for Dogs: A Product Review

Administrator — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 17:43:04 +0000

Heartworms, roundworms and hookworms are three of the most commonly encountered parasites for dogs. Heartgard Plus Chewables are, in my opinion, one of the best choices available for preventing these parasites in dogs. When used monthly at the proper dosage, Heartgard Plus Chewables are very effective not only at preventing heartworms, but also at controlling [...]