Its alligator mating season (Mid April through the end of May) here in Florida which means anyone who lives near the Everglades or Creeks needs to beware and take extra precautions. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Alligators are more active during mating season … [Read more...]
Lyme Disease What You Need to Know
May 9, 2011 by
The Basics:Lyme disease is an infectious disease caused by a bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi. The common deer tick is the primary carrier of this organism. A dog or person acquires Lyme disease through the bite of an infected nymph (immature) or adult tick. For a nymph or adult tick to transmit … [Read more...]
Mother Dog and Puppies Owe Their Lives to Walking Trio
May 7, 2011 by
Lisa Beattie exercises each day in Cherryville by going on a walk with a friend and her sister-in-law. The animal lovers have made a few four-legged friends along their route, adapting their routine to bring dog treats and show some attention to three dogs who spend their days chained up outside. … [Read more...]
Book Review: Good Old Dog
May 6, 2011 by
Good Old Dog: Expert Advice for Keeping Your Aging Dog Happy, Healthy, and ComfortableEdited by Nicholas Dodman, BVMS, with Lawrence LindnerNicholas Dodman and his colleagues at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University have put together a valuable guide to caring for our dogs … [Read more...]
Beware of Bees
May 3, 2011 by
picture courtesy of http://www.agf.gov.bc.caOn Sunday a dog was in its yard and somehow upset a nest full of bees. Whether the dog was chasing the bees as a game or was attacked while laying in the yard is not known. The bees stung the dog repeatedly which caused severe allergic reaction and led to … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Get Your Dog to Drink More Water
February 2, 2011 by
5 Ways to Get Your Dog To Drink More Water Get your dog to drink more water. Before you attempt to get them to drink more figure out how much they are actually drinking per day. Do you add water to their food at each meal? Are you feeding dry kibble or something that the liquid hasn't … [Read more...]
Veterinary and Human Medicine Collaboration
January 17, 2011 by
Orlando - The zoonotic disease threat is hastening the need for better cooperation between veterinary and human medicine, officials report.To facilitate the discussion, the president of the American Medical Association (AMA) is slated to talk to veterinarians on Monday, Jan. 17 about the … [Read more...]
Dog Nurse or Time to Visit the Vet?
January 17, 2011 by
American Kennel ClubEmergencies for your dog can happen at any time. Some are minor, while others can be life threatening. American Kennel Club's AKC Family Dog contributor and veterinarian Jeff Grognet offers advice on what you can treat at home and when you should bring your dog to the … [Read more...]
Spotlight on: Rabies Challenge Fund
February 21, 2010 by
Who is the Rabies Challenge Fund? The Rabies Challenge Fund is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization studying the duration of immunity conveyed by rabies vaccines. The Rabies Challenge Fund Charitable Trust will determine the duration of immunity conveyed by rabies vaccines. The goal is to extend … [Read more...]
Keeping Your Dogs Safe on Halloween
February 10, 2010 by
About now you are all going to the store and bringing home Halloween candy for the children who come trick or treating in your neighborhood. Here are some safety tips. If you have a dog who counter surfs or gets at food in the pantry you might want to stick with a non chocolate candy this … [Read more...]
