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When you first bring your new puppy or kitten home, you will primarily be focused on helping them get settled into their new environment and your family. However, there are several things that you will need to make a priority in the days and weeks after their arrival. One of those should be arranging a puppy or kitten wellness exam.

Vaccinations remain the single most effective preventative measure that we have for keeping our animals healthy. Unfortunately, there are many infectious viruses and diseases which have the ability to make our pets extremely sick, and in some cases, they can even prove fatal.

Every owner wants their precious pet to enjoy a life that is as long, healthy and happy as possible. Nevertheless, animals do have a shorter lifespan than we do, and this means that it is important to make sure that we do everything we can to enhance and prolong their lives. Here are five life-lengthening pet care health tips that can maximize the time that you have with your beloved animal. 

In a lot of ways, animals are not too different from us. For example, did you know that our pets are just as likely to be affected by dental problems as we are? And that the best way to take care of your pet’s teeth is by brushing them?  Many people are surprised to learn that home dental care is one of the best was to keep your pet’s teeth healthy, as well as being a positive influence on their overall health and wellbeing. This is because poor oral hygiene in animals, which has resulted in periodontal disease, has been linked to the development of chronic problems such as diabetes, liver problems, and even cancer.

Parasites are small creatures that live inside or on your pet and take the nutrients that they need to survive directly from her body. In doing so, they can affect your pet in a variety of ways, from causing irritation to triggering a life-threatening condition. While there are lots of different parasites around, there are three that are more common than others. These are heartworms, fleas, and ticks. Why is it so important to protect your pet from these parasites and what can you do if she becomes affected? Here is what you need to know.