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How Do I Know If My Dog Has Ear Mites?

Seeing dogs shaking their head and scratching their ears is not an unusual sight. Some even consider it to be a normal canine habit. However, there are times when this can indicate a problem. If your dog is scratching their ears more than usual, it could indicate that they are suffering from mite infestation. 


Top Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe from Fleas and Ticks This Summer

Summer is a time of year that is synonymous with being outdoors. Dogs and their owners spend hours enjoying the weather. However, along with all the fun comes all the pesky pests. This is flea and tick season and many pet owners know how the pests cause problems for their canine companions. The pet’s warm and furry body provides a perfect environment for insects. Once the pests move in, they begin to feed on the pet’s blood and this causes different health problems.


Top Signs That Your Dog May Have Heartworms

Heartworm disease is common in dogs. The parasite that causes this disease can cause extensive health issues to your pet. In some serious cases, infected dogs end up dying. It is vital that pets, especially dogs, should be on preventive medication against heartworms. Dog owners are encouraged to take their furry friends for heartworm testing after every 12 months. Early detection drastically raises your dog’s chances of survival


Everything You Need to Know About Pet Microchipping

As a pet parent, you know very well how traumatic it can be when your beloved animal companion goes missing. You are lucky if your pet has markings that are distinct. Even so, your best and probably only chance of finding a lost pet is through its identification tags. Pet microchipping is one of the most effective ways of identifying and locating lost pets.


Reasons Heartworm Prevention Is Necessary

Part of protecting your dog is making sure that you keep him or her free of heartworms. You need to get your dog tested for this disease every year. Prevention is always better than treatment. Keeping your pet on preventive heartworm medication will help to keep him healthy. You still need to get your pet tested even if he is on the medication. It is important to understand why heartworm prevention is necessary.


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