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Infectious canine hepatitis (ICH) is a disease caused by the canine adenovirus 1, an organism found worldwide and known for its stability outside its host (it can survive up to two weeks in the environment!). The virus is shed in all
Did you know that vaccinating a puppy or kitten too young can predispose them to the very diseases you're trying to prevent? Not only can it give you a false sense of security, but it can also hit you where it hurts - the pocketbook.
If there's one thing certain to place a severe strain on the bond between a pet and his owner, its a behavioral challenge. Owners often spend hundreds of dollars on trainers, training aids, and trips to the family vet for advice on how to solve behavioral challenges. In the long run though, there is one solution that may save you the most money..
Talk about annoying behavior! Jumping is right up there with house soiling and incessant barking. Jumpers are usually right there at the door when visitors call and have this innate tendency to spoil a perfectly cordial greeting.
Of all of the undesirable behaviors a dog can exhibit, this one is certainly the most disturbing and the most unacceptable. Aggressiveness can be directed toward other dogs or toward other species, including humans.
In an effort to save money when a pet becomes ill, many pet owners will turn to home remedies found on the Internet, or recommended to them by friends or family. However, not all home remedies are necessarily safe. Here's one that isn't..
There can be certain financial advantages of owning a good, old-fashioned "mutt"