Are Dogs Safe From The Bird Flu?
Posted by PMaster on
December 8, 2008
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu or H5N1, is a viral disease that most commonly affects birds. It has appeared from time to time in regions around the world. It can spread easily among wild birds, but can also infect domestic birds including chickens… Continue reading
Are Dogs Safe From The Bird Flu?
Posted by PMaster on
December 4, 2008
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu or H5N1, is a viral disease that most commonly affects birds. It has appeared from time to time in regions around the world. It can spread easily among wild birds, but can also infect domestic birds including chickens, turkeys, ducks… Continue reading
Three Considerations For Canine Vaccinations
Posted by PMaster on
November 13, 2008
If your vet isn't rethinking the frequency of vaccinations, more and more owners certainly are.
The idea of injecting multiple biological agents into Fido year and year has made many people wonder what is happening to Fido besides hopefully gaining immunity to the diseases.
Note we… Continue reading
Ten Obligations Of A Responsible Dog Owner
Posted by PMaster on
September 10, 2008
1. Don't get a dog unless you can afford the upkeep including an annual veterinary examination, vaccinations and potential emergency care.
2. Make sure your dog has identification, preferably by microchip. (See free article at http://www.toybreeds.com/microchips.htm)
3. Don't let your dog roam… Continue reading
Dog Adoption: What I Learned From My 2 Rescue Dogs
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September 6, 2008
There's a hole in your life that only a dog can fill. You want a special dog, perhaps just a full-grown adult. Maybe your code of ethics calls for saving a dog's life ? not buying an expensive purebred.
I?m not a veterinarian… Continue reading
Breeders Beware!
Posted by PMaster on
July 29, 2008
Some breeders are unscrupulous in their practice, but by asking the right questions you can find a quality breeder.
Now that you have decided that you want a dog or puppy, you should then decide on what specific breed you want. Be sure to… Continue reading 