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Ringworm

Ringworm, also called dermatophytosis, is a fungal infection that occurs in the skin, hair and nails. The fungi feed on the keratin that is found in the outer layers of these structures. Ringworm infections can occur in all domesticated species of animals. There are a number of distinct species of dermatophyte fungi and some are ‘zoonotic’,

What Do Pet Vaccines Really Protect Your Dog From?

Most people are aware that their pets should be vaccinated, but you may not know the reason why. Vaccines are incredibly vital and must be part of your pet’s preventative care as they will help prevent serious diseases and provide pet owners with peace of mind.

Pet vaccines allow the body to build an effective immune response against viruses and bacteria,

Should I Get My Dog or Cat Microchipped? Read All Answers!

Every year, hundreds of pets who get lost or are abandoned by their owners end up living in shelters. Most of them are never reunited with their family while a few lucky ones get found with major search efforts. If you don't want to lose your pet, it's better to get them microchipped by a [...]
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5 Critical Signs Showing You Need To Take Your Pet To The Vet

It’s very challenging for the pet owners to take their dogs or cats to the veterinary desk. As your pup can’t speak loud if something going wrong with him. Being a part of your family, a dog or cat needs a regular attention as well as medical checkup through the vet. Either, you are at [...]

Scratching At Ears? Could be Ear Mites!

Has your pet been frequently itching at their ear? This might be a sign that you pet has ear mites. What are Ear Mites? Ear mites can affect both cats and dogs. One of the most common species that could affect your pet is Octodectes cynotis. Ear mites go through a life cycle that lasts [...]
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Flea, Be Gone

What is a Flea? Last month, we posted a blog about ticks. (To read about ticks click Here)Fleas are quite similar to ticks - they are both small, ectoparasites that cannot fly and live on the surface of animals by ingesting their host’s blood. However unlike ticks, fleas have 6 legs and can use their [...]
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It’s Heartworm Season! Are You Ready?

What is Heartworm? Heartworm is a parasite transferred by the bite of an infected mosquito. This happens when a mosquito bites an infected animal - the young heartworms (called microfilaria) can enter into the mosquito. After a 2 week incubation period, the microfilaria will mature into larvae. When this mosquito feeds again after the incubation [...]
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Some Proven Benefits of Massaging Your Dog

Pets are the loveliest and most beautiful creatures in the world that bring happiness to their families and surroundings. Imagine a puppy running towards you when you reach home. Doesn't matter, how tired you are, bet us you'll surely end up carrying him in your lap. Did you ever massage your dog while cuddling with [...]
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4 Easy & Effective Tips To Ensure Healthy Life For Pets

Pets are adorable creatures that are lifeline of their owners. Since they are innocent, it's the responsibility to their owners to feed them properly, along with offering proper care and treatment. No matter, you adopted a cat, hamster or a dog, its equally important to concentrate on their health. To own a healthy pet, its [...]

Lyme Disease

What is Lyme disease? How could my dog be infected? Lyme disease is a systemic infection cause by a corkscrew-shaped bacterium called a spirochete. The bacterium is carried by several species of ticks, most commonly the Deer tick or blacklegged tick, and dogs become infected when they are bitten by an infected tick. The tick [...]
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