The bow&wow Times — dog health

Summer is here – the season of fun, sun, and frolicking around with your furry friends! However, with the warm weather comes the particularly important responsibility of keeping your pets hydrated throughout the day. Read through these simple tips:    Provide plenty of water: It may seem like a no-brainer, but keeping a fresh supply of water on hand is key to ensuring your pets stay hydrated. Make sure their water bowls are always filled and topped up frequently throughout the day. You can opt to add water to their food for extra hydration and nutrients in their diet.   Loving...

Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially deadly condition that affects dogs all around the world. It is caused by a parasitic worm called Dirofilaria immitis, which is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. In this blog post, we'll explore the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of heartworm disease in dogs.   Causes   Heartworm disease is caused by the Dirofilaria immitis worm, which is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. The larvae of the worm are injected into the dog's bloodstream, where they migrate to the heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Over several months, the...

Why Spay and Neuter Your Pet   One of the most important health decisions pet parents need to consider is to spay or neuter their dog or cat. These surgical procedures are not only beneficial to you and to your furbaby, but it can also be a great help to the community. Here are the top reasons on why you should have your dog or cat sterilized.   Benefits of Spaying Spaying, or Ovariohysterectomy, is the surgical removal of a female animal’s reproductive organs so she can’t become pregnant. This surgical procedure is performed by a veterinarian while your pet...