Author: Joseph Abbott
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What Does Your Pet’s Fur Say About His Health?
When we consider a cat or dog’s fur, usually we think of the amount of shedding they do, how often we have to brush them, or whether or not we prefer long hair breeds or shorthair breeds. Seldom do pet owners consider looking to their animal’s coat as an informant about their health. cognibiotics reviews…
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Pekingese Dog Breed Facts
Pekingese dogs are a unique canine breed often confused with the more common Shih Tzu or the Javanese. However this ancient dog breed has been around since the great Chinese city of Beijing was once called Peking. Find out the history, personality and fun facts about these chipper little pups The long coat of a…
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Dog Food Recall: Big Dog Natural Dog Food Recall
As of January 4th, 2016 the Big Dog Natural Food company from Brick, New Jersey has announced a recall of its products: Big Dog Natural Chicken Supreme and the Big Dog Natural Fish Supreme. The dehydrated raw chicken pack is suspected to have a Salmonella contamination, while the fish product may have Listeria. Both products…
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Feline Leukemia (FeLV)
The Feline Leukemia Virus is the leading viral cause for death and cancer in domestic cats. One of the reasons why this virus is so dangerous, is that cats spread the disease to one another through a host of different ways. The germs can pass by saliva, urine, feces, nursing, and through even sneezing and…
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Why People Hesitate to Adopt or Foster Pets
Life can be demanding and expensive, leaving most of us with little time to invest in animals or even other people. Because of this, it can be easy to write off the idea of adopting or fostering a pet, simply because we do not think we have the time or resources to do so. Here…
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Lifestyle Tips For Adopting Senior Pets
If you have decided to add an older cat to your home, or adopt a senior dog as your first animal, there are some important factors to bear in mind along the way. Caring for the physical, emotional and mental well-being of a pet has many facets, but though there is always a learning curve…
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Why You Should Adopt a Senior Cat
There are many reasons why adopting a cat is a great way to become a pet-parent. But most people are more enthused about taking home a cuddly kitten than they are an older cat who might have hidden health issues or difficult behavioral tendencies to address. However, health concerns might arise at any age, whether…
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Feline Asthma: Treatment and Prevention
Asthma is unfortunately an incurable respiratory disease, but with the proper treatment and preventative care, a cat can have a relatively peaceful and undisturbed life. If your cat is showing symptoms of asthma, or your vet believes the animal’s bronchial infection is getting severe, take the necessary steps to create a home environment that is…
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Feline Asthma Causes and Symptoms
In winter, it seems as if everybody gets the sniffles at one time or another. Even cats and dogs can get a chill, or contract kennel cough and other common diseases. However, sometimes the wheezy breathing, sputtering and coughing can indicate a much more serious disease than a cold. Feline asthma is believed to affect…
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What To Do When Your Neighbor’s Dog Won’t Stop Barking
Living in cities, apartment complexes or in heavily populated areas can feel like co-habiting with many strangers. This is particularly brutal when your peace and quiet is impinged upon by noisy neighbors, or their dogs. So what do you do when you neighbor just bought a new pup, and all “Yippy” wants to do is…