Dog Health

Health tips and information for dogs. Tips on administering medication and health problem advice.

  • Benefits of Joint Supplements for Dogs: Keeping Your Canine Companion Active

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    As dogs age, joint problems can affect their mobility and quality of life. Joint supplements can help keep your furry friend’s joints healthy and prevent or manage conditions such as arthritis and hip dysplasia. In this post, we’ll explore the benefits of joint supplements for dogs and how they can help your canine companion stay active and agile.

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  • How To Keep Your Pets Healthy When They Age

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    It is inevitable that your pets will age, and their health will start to decline. It can be hard for pet owners to watch them go through this process, but it doesn’t have to be a difficult time. This blog post will discuss how you can make sure your ageing pet stays healthy and happy! […]

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  • How To Care For A Flat-Faced Puppy Well

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    Flat-faced dogs, such as Pugs, Cavalier King Charles spaniels, and Boston Terriers serve as cute and often beautiful family-friendly dogs that people prefer to bring into their homes given how small and easy to handle they are.  That said, the breeding of such dogs often leads them to suffer from temporal breathing issues, which can […]

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  • What is Bumblefoot in Dogs?

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    Bumblefoot is the name for Pododermatitis which causes dogs to have sore, painful swollen, red and itchy paws. This can be very painful if not treated with the dog becoming lame. Our dog is suffering from this and is currently taking a course of antibiotics called Synulox. I’d never heard of Bumblefoot, as the vet […]

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  • Take Care of Your Dog with These Tips

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    When you get a dog, it becomes part of the family. It is a living, breathing, thinking being with needs that have to be nurtured. It is your responsibility as a conscientious dog owner to take care of these needs. You cannot expect miracles without some hard work. Also, as time progresses, your dog’s needs […]

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  • How To Tell If Your Dog Has Fleas

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    Fleas are prevalent and annoying parasites. They bite, and they spread quickly. If left untreated, they can even cause some more serious conditions! Here are some tips on how to spot them on your best friend. Scratching and Biting If you notice your dog scratching and biting at their fur more than usual, that could […]

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  • How To Get Fit With Your Dog

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    Is your dog out of shape? An out of shape dog often has an out of shape owner. While there are ways to exercise your dog while being lazy yourself, it only makes sense to get in shape together. Just like people, dogs that are healthy and fit are happier and live longer. . Your […]

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