Few things are as frustrating as watching your dog constantly scratch himself. You can almost start feeling his itch yourself! Both ticks and fleas not only are extremely irritating to your dog, but also pose a risk to his health. Fleas Fleas are small, jumping parasites that aren’t always easy to spot on your dog.
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It is not unusual to overhear a conversation where informal advice is given as to what medicine to give your pets for so-called common ails. After all, we live in an age when information is readily available and time is limited, so we often treat ourselves for minor illnesses with over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. You only
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Q: Can people allergic to dogs and cats still have them as pets? A: Our immune system helps to find and fight foreign substances in our bodies such as viruses and bacteria. Some people have super-sensitive immune systems, which react to harmless proteins in pet saliva, dander (dead cells) and urine. These proteins are called
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Most of us don’t spend much time thinking about our feet. When it comes to our pets, we might sometimes have random thoughts about how adorable those little paws are, but that’s pretty much where it ends. Here are six things you probably didn’t know about your cat’s paws. The catwalk Did you know that
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The physical act of taking your pet to the vet can be a challenging and daunting task, to say the least. Emergencies happen, and visits to your local vet are often unforeseen and happen when we have the least amount of time and resources available. Most city vets don’t do house calls either. Even if
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Q: Can antibiotics be bad for my dog? A: Most dogs respond very well to antibiotics but, as in people, some dogs may be allergic to certain antibiotics. This is, however, very rare. As long as your vet has prescribed the appropriate antibiotic for the infection that your dog has, your dog should be fine
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We all know the joke of the old spinster whose only company are her cats. Of course, in today’s life, women take their lives and when/if they want to marry into their own hands, but this article is not about female emancipation. It’s about cats’ association with women. Do cats prefer women as their social
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For many, the term ‘small dog breed’ is synonymous with the popular Toy breeds; however, this isn’t always the case. There are a number of small breeds classified in all of the dog groups – Utility, Terrier, Herding, Hound and Working – that fall within the small breed weight range of between 1kg and 9kg.
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The raccoon looks very cute and cuddly, but they will often bite if approached by a human. Let’s find out what is so cool about this animal. What’s for dinner? Raccoons are omnivores, which means they like to eat both meat and plants. They are very good at catching fish and frogs straight out of
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Q: How can I teach my dog to tolerate having his teeth brushed? A: The best way to get your dog used to letting you brush his teeth is to start off by putting your hand under his jaw so that he rests his head in your hand. At the same time you gently stroke
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Due to the unprecedented times we are all living in, Animaltalk regrets to announce the official cancellation of the 2020 Top Dog season/competition including the Top 100 Showdogs section. Top 100 rankings In view of the fact that less than 20% of the shows have taken place this year, all rankings that were in place
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These easy to make, delicious and healthy treats is shared with us to share with you, courtesy of Rogue’s Pawsome Bakery. Quickly bake a bunch or two and treat your dog. Ingredients 500g whole wheat flour 250g oats 2 eggs 3-4 tablespoons of peanut butter (check that it doesn’t contain xylitol) Water as needed
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