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Gardening Tips for Dog Owners
from K-9 Health Solutions
on Tuesday June 11th, 2013 at 12:28 PM
Many dog owners struggle to keep both their pets happy and their lawns looking beautiful during the spring and summer months. It is true that dogs can wreak havoc on a beautiful garden, but proper training can ensure the happiness of both pet and owner during the warmer months.
Start by instilling good behavior in your pooch as young as possible. If there are certain areas of your lawn and garden you wish your pet to steer clear off, direct them with simple commands and positive reinforcement....
Find the Best Breed for your Family
from K-9 Health Solutions
on Tuesday May 28th, 2013 at 12:26 PM
The search for the perfect dog for your family can be a daunting task. Several factors come in to play, but the characteristic most often seen at the top of the list is compatibility with children. Many families adopting dogs come with children of all ages and it is important to know which breeds will be able to get along with them well. Below is a list of breeds that researchers found to be best for families with children. Those marked with an asterisk denote exceptional compatibility with...
Fleas and Ticks – How to Tell the Difference
from K-9 Health Solutions
on Tuesday May 14th, 2013 at 12:23 PM
Protecting your dog against fleas and ticks is a very serious job for any pet owner. The expense and discomfort from both can be costly. Knowing the difference between the two if they are brought home will help make treatment all the more easier.
A flea is a wingless insect with six legs. They have the ability to jump far distances and tend to live on just one host during their lifetime. In contrast, a tick is an arachnid and, in most stages, has eight legs just like its spider cousins. Ticks...
You’re Dog’s Health: When to Call the Vet
from K-9 Health Solutions
on Tuesday April 30th, 2013 at 12:15 PM
Many dog owners struggle when making the decision to call a veterinarian for puppy health issues. What is serious? What can be treated with a little R&R at home? Weve compiled a short list of the most common pup ailments Veterinarians treat. Dont see yours on the list? Make the call anyway; your veterinarian will let you know whether or not your pup needs immediate attention.
Difficulty breathing Many different factors could attribute to this condition, including a lodged foreign object,...
Rainy Day Exercise Alternatives for Dogs
from K-9 Health Solutions
on Tuesday April 2nd, 2013 at 12:01 PM
While April showers are highly worth the beautiful May flowers that follow, they also will bring with them the challenge of exercising high-energy pups that do not slow down just because of a little rain. Here are a few creative ways to get your dog moving without getting wet:
Clear furniture to the sides of the room or use a long hallway to play an indoor game of fetch with your pooch. Make sure you pay attention to the type of surface your pup will be running on; a slippery surface can not...
De-Skunking Your Pooch: What’s Fact? What’s Fiction?
from K-9 Health Solutions
on Tuesday March 26th, 2013 at 12:15 PM
While your dog may never have been sprayed by a skunk, it is important that all pet owners prepare themselves for such an occasion before it happens. Weve all heard myths about tomato juice and vinegar, but do they really work? Here well review a highly effective ways to de-skunk your pooch and also tackle those old-wives-tales that may just worsen the stench instead.
Myth 1 Tomato Juice/Vinegar: Many people are led to believe that a bath in tomato juice or vinegar will remove the skunk smell...
Does my Dog have Allergies?
from K-9 Health Solutions
on Tuesday March 12th, 2013 at 12:15 PM
Many pet owners ask this question after noticing the scratch of an ear, nibble of the foot or reoccurring sneeze their pooch just cant kick. Recognizing the symptoms is an important step in providing relief for your pet. The following is a list of symptoms related to allergies:
Itchy, watery eyes Persistent scratching of ears and neck Rubbing face and/or other body parts against the floor or furniture Sneezing, Coughing, Wheezing, Runny Nose Licking or chewing of paws or legs Rashes, bumps,...
New Dinovite Packaging – Same Great Product!!!
from K-9 Health Solutions
on Wednesday February 27th, 2013 at 03:12 PM
We are no longer selling Dinovite in plastic pails, but have gone green with New Dinovite Powder in a Box. Just purchase the correct box based on your dogs size/weight and use our simple, one scoop per day system!. Each box holds 90 scoops of Dinovite powder supplement in a box. Just one scoop a day keeps your dog happy, healthy and ready to play!
NEW Dinovite Powder in a Box comes with a single serving scoop that matches your dogs daily recommended amount. We are simplifying the system to...
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