Pet health - Archives

• Agencies team up to help prevent dog bites
  Indianapolis Animal Care & Control and the United States Postal Service are joining forces with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Veterinary Medical Association for National Dog Bite Prevention Week. The purpose of this week is to educate Americans about dog bite prevention.
  Author: Sally Potter - Date: June 30, 2004



• Bayer Animal Health Continues the Fight to Stop Unauthorized Sale of Advantage
  Bayer HealthCare LLC’s Animal Health Division welcomes and applauds the Environmental Protection Agency’s efforts to stop the distribution and sales of counterfeit Advantage, a leading flea control product for dogs and cats.
  Author: Elena Lowery - Date: June 30, 2004



• California Veterinarians Warn of Dangers of Pet Gum Disease
  Unfortunately, cats and dogs can't brush their own teeth. Our pets' bad breath and stained teeth are unappealing, but many pet owners aren't aware that these may be symptoms of serious gum disease.
  Author: Kate Forrester - Date: June 30, 2004



• Caring for Pets in Times of Disaster
  It's every pet owner's worst nightmare: a wildfire breaks out and in the panic and confusion, you can't locate and rescue your animal. Each year, hundreds of pets are lost during natural disasters, and many more are never reunited with their owners due to the ensuing chaos and a lack of proper identification.
  Author: Marcia Stanek - Date: June 30, 2004



• February is Pet Dental Health Month
  Routine dental care is as important for pets as it is for their owners. February is National Pet Dental Health Month and Shure Pets®,The Premier Direct Seller of Pet Products, is pleased to offer guidelines for brushing your dog’s teeth.
  Author: Bernice Belfour - Date: June 30, 2004



• Healthy Pets 'Barks Back' at Lloyds TSB Marketing Ethics
  Healthy Pets Insurance is in communication with Lloyds TSB pointing out the company's unethical on-line marketing tactics. Activities used to market Lloyds TSB pet insurance is leading to confusion amongst pet owners searching the web for the key words 'Healthy Pets Insurance'.
  Author: Kate Forrester - Date: June 30, 2004



• Pets Prohibited on Beaches in New Jersey Natural Areas to Protect Endangered Shore Birds
  Recognizing the importance of protecting the threatened piping plover, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the city of Brigantine have announced the prohibition of pets on the beach at the North Brigantine Natural Area in Atlantic County.
  Author: Marcia Stanek - Date: June 30, 2004



• Rabies Awareness Update - Notice Of Rabies Vaccination Clinic
  Broome County residents can protect themselves and their pets from rabies by having them vaccinated at one of the vaccination clinics planned for this year. The first Rabies Vaccination Clinic scheduled for 2004 will be held at the Chenango Fire Station, 1135 Front Street, next to Chenango Town Hall.
  Author: Elena Lowery - Date: June 30, 2004



• Rabies Case Tests Positive
  Robert Denz, Director of Environmental Health Services for the Broome County Health Department reported today that a fox involved in an exposure incident on June 1, 2004 in the town of Maine, tested positive for rabies. The fox attacked and bit a woman as she was exiting her home. The fox was killed and sent for rabies testing to confirm that this unusual behavior was due to a rabid animal. A second person involved in the incident was also exposed. Since January 2004, 52 specimens have been sent for testing and 6 have been positive. A total of 24 residents have received post exposure treatment to date this year and 3 more are expected to undergo treatment.
  Author: Bernice Belfour - Date: June 30, 2004



• APPMA Cites emerging trend in all-natural pet care
  Consumer interest in the latest all-natural products or treatments to help achieve a well-balanced, healthy lifestyle for themselves and their loved ones is now at an all-time high.
  Author: Jaime Hadie - Date: February 26, 2004



• New yard trainers make outdoor activities with pets easier
  Two new yard trainers from SportDog are ideal for teaching dogs the basics or to begin serious training for bird hunting. They are part of a complete line of new products by SportDog that make gun dog training easier and more affordable. These trainers use breakthrough technology from Radio Systems for unmatched reliability and ease of use.
  Author: Jaime Hadie - Date: February 25, 2004



• Court prohibits sales by Pet Medicine Chest
  Harrison County District Court Judge G.C. Abel has issued a permanent injunction barring any further activity in promoting or selling pet medicines or pet food supplements by a Western Iowa business called "Pet Medicine Chest" based in rural Logan, Iowa.
  Author: Rick Towers - Date: February 25, 2004



• Hot weather tips for the dog days of summer
  As the mercury rises, so do health problems among dogs and cats. To avoid risking your pet’s safety, the Chester County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is urging pet owners to take extra precautions to keep their fourlegged friends healthy and comfortable during the dog days of summer.
  Author: Jaime Hadie - Date: February 25, 2004



• Pet winter safety tips
  The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association offers these tips for keeping your pet safe in winter.
  • A warm sweater for those cold winter walks will help keep your pet comfortable, especially if they have short hair.
  • Keep your older pet's bed raised and away from drafts.
  • Your pet may look for a warm resting-place, so keep a fire screen around fireplaces or wood-burning stoves.
  • Consider a self-warming water dish. Your pet's tongue could stick to a frozen metal dish and the water can easily freeze over.
  • Be careful using space heaters. Your pet may chew the cord, burn itself on the heater, or knock it over and cause a fire. Heated pet beds are safer.
  • Take the normal precautions against frostbite with your pets. Watch for cracked pads or tiny cuts in the feet.
  • Chemicals used to melt snow on driveways and walkways can burn your pet, so check the paws, mouth and belly after a walk. Pet safe de-icers and paw protectors are available.
  • Be sure your outdoor pet has a house that is dry and elevated. It should contain clean, dry bedding, face away from the wind, and have a flap over the opening to prevent drafts.
  • Adjust your pet's diet to the cold weather. An outdoor animal needs more calories to produce body heat while an indoor animal gets less exercise during winter months.
  • Be sure to provide an indoor spot for them when the temperature reaches 30 degrees with wind-chill. Dogs and cats can very easily get frostbitten noses, ears, and feet.
  • Be careful with the antifreeze-it's deadly in even small amounts. This toxic poison has a sweet taste that is appealing to dogs and cats alike. Clean up spills immediately and store chemicals away from pets.
  
  Author: Rick Towers - Date: February 25, 2004



• “Rocky” the Therapy Dog enters the substance abuse counseling arena
  Animals have a way of bringing a smile even under the most difficult and trying circumstances. Their very presence is known to decrease blood pressure, lower heart rate, decrease the amount of medication needed, and speed recovery times. Because of this, the use of specially trained companion animals in medical and mental health settings has been gaining recognition over the past decade as a valid therapeutic intervention.
  Author: Rick Towers - Date: February 25, 2004



• Allergies don't have to mean life without pets
  Animal lovers who suffer from allergies don't necessarily have to live without animal companions. Steps can be taken to allow pets and allergies to live together, according to Bruce Darkow, product manager for Aprilaire High Efficiency Air Cleaners.
  Author: Jaime Hadie - Date: February 25, 2004



• New dietary guidelines issued for cats and dogs
  One out of every four dogs and cats in the western world is now obese. Like humans, dogs and cats that are obese run a higher risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, or other health problems. A new report from the National Academies' National Research Council recommends revised nutrient guidelines for adequate and appropriate diets to keep dogs and cats healthy.
  Author: Rick Towers - Date: July 24, 2005



• Availability of specialty veterinary medicine provides more options to pet owners
  America's love of their pets and their willingness to seek the best medical care available for them has spurred a more than 60 percent increase in membership over the past eight years of veterinarians certified by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine , the nation’s largest organization of veterinary specialists.
  Author: Jaime Hadie - Date: February 24, 2004



• It's anything but the kitchen sink
  The VersaTub from AnimalWorks, Inc. is a "Pet Washing Station" for healthy dog and cat grooming that accommodates all pet sizes including large breeds. If you want the best tub available to wash your pets, are starting a dog wash business, or if you're a groomer, kennel operator, breeder or veterinarian then check out the convenience, comfort and affordability of the VersaTub.
  Author: Rick Towers - Date: October 9, 2005



• Avoid cat disease by educating yourself with cat behavior and cat care
  Cat Care is easy once you’ve got the hang of cat behavior. The key is to avoid cat disease and illness by making sure your cat is healthy. There are many ways to establish great cat care and cat behavior. These suggestions support good cat care can keep your cat from getting cat disease and live a long strong life.
  Author: Pamela Schonfelder - Date: May 23, 2002



• Dog health and cat health start with good dog and cat nutrition
  Cat health and dog health take effort to maintain. There are definite steps starting with knowledge on dog and cat nutrition. To avoid illness, we must make ourselves aware of animals’ needs by education ourselves with dog health or cat health.
  Author: Pamela Schonfelder - Date: May 23, 2002



• The two A’s to animal health; Animal nutrition and animal grooming
  Pet owners share common concerns about animal health and animal nutrition. It’s the pet owner’s responsibility to assure their pet has the right animal grooming and pet supply. It’s a good idea for pet owners to brush up on animal nutrition facts as well as information on the animal grooming techniques best for proper animal health.
  Author: Pamela Schonfelder - Date: May 23, 2002



• There are steps you can take to improve your dog health
  There are several things that you can do to help improve your dog health. Most owners are aware of the need for regular vet check ups. It is still the best way to make sure that your dog health is good, as long as you remember to follow his advice. The vet visit will be wasted if you ignore his knowledge, that is what you pay him for, isn’t it?
  Author: Alysha Speed - Date: November 21, 2001



• Take steps to prevent dog disease
  There are many things that a loving dog owner can do to help prevent dog disease. Many people are unaware of simple things that they can do to prevent dog disease. I am sure that if more people were made aware of how easy it is to keep their dog healthy, there would be several diseases that would no longer exist to plague our loving pets.
  Author: Alysha Speed - Date: November 14, 2001



• Cat nutrition is important if you want your cat to have a long life
  If you want your cat to live a longer life, cat nutrition is important. There are many things that you can do, to help improve your cat nutrition. Check with the vet; as to which cat food is best for your cat. He would also be able to tell you, if your cat is in need of diet supplements. A vet is the most qualified person to tell you what your cat’s needs are. Always follow a vet’s advice.
  Author: Alysha Speed - Date: November 6, 2001



• Cat care can be very easy
  Cat care is fairly easy. After all, cats are one of the most independent creatures on earth. Most cats will take care of themselves. They mostly need us to change the litter box and feed them. The only other thing that is necessary for cat care is; a warm lap.
  Author: Alysha Speed - Date: October 29, 2001



• The best ways to help your animal nutrition
  Animal nutrition is important to the health of your pet. To keep your pet living a long and active life; it is important to understand the role of nutrition and diet. Many people are unaware of the importance of animal nutrition and the effects that it can have of the welfare of their pet. It is necessary to stay informed on the effects of diet and exercise. And if you have any questions, always ask your vet before you make any radical changes to your animal diet.
  Author: Alysha Speed - Date: October 26, 2001



• Cat health is an important subject for cat lovers
  Cat health is a very important subject for any true cat lover. If your cat’s health is really important there are many things that can be done to help insure that you have a healthy cat. The best place to start with your cat health is to visit your vet. A thorough check-up is a great way to prevent many diseases.
  Author: Alysha Speed - Date: October 16, 2001