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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...

Our pet’s warm and soft fur is the perfect home for flea and ticks. These pesky insects feed on your pet’s blood and can cause severe health problems. What can you do to keep your dog flea and tick-free this season? You can avoid them by doing these 5 simple methods.   Tick Collars You may use collars as an additional preventive tool of ticks since it is mainly useful for protecting the neck and head.   Flea and Tick Shampoos Anti Flea and tick Shampoos are easy to find and purchase on your nearest pet care store. Keep in...

Puppy Feeding Fundamentals By Ericka Mansourian   Walk down the dog food aisle of any large pet-supply store, or peruse the shelves at a boutique pet-food shop, and you can quickly become overwhelmed. This is especially true for puppy owners, and probably even more so for first-time puppy owners. When did it get so complicated? Back in the day, dog food options were far more limited, and even responsible dog owners didn’t worry too much about what went into their dog’s dish.   The process may now be somewhat more involved, but that’s a good thing. Higher quality ingredients with...

Do you remember how your parents remind you to brush your teeth after lunch and before bedtime? It was hard for us as kids to brush our teeth almost every meal but as we grew older, we started to take better care of our overall health. Just like us, our pets need to have healthy teeth and gums. Their teeth need to be brushed 2-3 times a week to maintain their oral health. If not, it could lead to serious oral health problems. It is not an easy task to brush our pet’s teeth. You need to familiarize them on...

Five ways a pet's diet can impact their health By Raining Cats and Dogs   As most of the millions of pet parents can attest to, a sick pet can end up costing a lot of money. Whether the pet has a short-term illness or a chronic one, it can mean multiple trips to the veterinarian. The good news is that there are things that people can do in order to help their pets live a healthier, happier life. A great place to start is by taking a look at their diet, which can have a tremendous impact on their pet’s...