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Nutrition:
Basic Nutrition: Dogs need nutrition to grow, to play, to work, to digest their food, to keep warm, to repair damage to their bodies, to resist and to fight infections.
Source
www.erinrac.com

Fat Soluble Vitamins: A - D - E & K in Dogs As defined, vitamins are present in very small quantities in most foods and it is this fact that leads to the manufacture of vitamin supplements for pets and people. Not only are vitamins naturally present in only small amounts, they are also essential for life.
Source http://www.PetEducation.com
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Obesity Poses Serious Health Hazards to Pets: Obesity affects pets adversely in many ways. Overweight pets tend to play and exercise less and don't live as long as healthy pets do. In fact, the list of harmful effects of obesity on pets is a long one.
Source www.animalhealthcare.ca

Vitamin Supplements Ill or recovering pets who may have a poor appetite should also be given a good vitamin/mineral supplement since they are not receiving their daily requirements through the food they eat.
Source http://www.PetEducation.com
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Vitamin A: Vitamin A plays several vital roles in the body, including vision, tissue health, skeletal and tooth development, and reproduction.
Source
www.animalhealthcare.ca

Vitamin C: Despite the fact that dogs and cats manufacture vitamin C on their own in the liver, the need for dietary vitamin C in pets continues to be discussed by both pet owners and veterinarians.
Source
www.animalhealthcare.ca

Vitamin E: In commercial pet foods, vitamin E is used to prevent the oxidation of fatty acids which leads to rancidity.
Source
www.animalhealthcare.ca

Sunlight, Cancer, and Reproduction
: If we are going to protect canine health and especially, reproductive health, we must turn to nature, starting with the sun.
Source TheDogPlace
 

Arthritis:
Controlling the Aches and Pains of Age: With the medical and nutritional advances that have occurred in veterinary medicine, our pets are living longer and healthier lives. However, living longer means more pets are now experiencing problems related to the aging process.
Source
www.animalhealthcare.ca

Arthritis is treatable in dogs: There is a wide range of treatment options available for treating arthritis (also known as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease).
Source
www.animalhealthcare.ca

Ear Conditions:
Hearing Problems in Cats and Dogs Not a day goes by in any animal hospital without a cat or dog being presented because of itchy, inflamed, smelly, bloody or crusty ears.
Source
Pets1st.com

Loss of Balance May be Related to Ear Problems Idiopathic Vestibular Disease (IVD) is a disorder of the organ of balance (vestibular apparatus), situated in the middle ear. In dogs, IVD is more commonly termed geriatric vestibular disease since it usually occurs in senior dogs.
Source www.animalhealthcare.ca

Eye Conditions:
Cataracts Cataracts are one of the most common problems affecting the eyes of the dog. There are many different forms and causes of cataract formation. They affect all breeds and ages of dogs, but certain types show up more commonly in certain breeds.
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Cataract Surgery for Pets  It is now possible for pets to have surgery for cataracts. Dogs and cats that otherwise would be blind can be given their sight back.
Source www.animalhealthcare.ca

General Care:
Moving with Cats and Dogs:
Moving can be especially difficult on one of your most important, but often overlooked, family members: your pet. I often hear from clients that their pets begin acting up weeks before the actual move.
Source Teri Eckholm
- a Minnesota Realtor with Keller Williams Premier Realty serving clients in the Twin Cities metro area.

Choosing the Right Bed for Your Senior Dog: Older dogs enjoy sleeping more and playing less. A strenuous day can mean an evening of discomfort with a pulled muscle of painful joints.
Source OldDogPaws

Essentials of a Canine First Aid Kit A portable Canine First Aid Kit is an important tool for all dog owners. And as your dog matures, it becomes essential.
Source OldDogPaws

Why use a pet sitter:
Do you have to rely on friends or family when you travel or work long hours? It may be time to consider all the benefits that a professional pet sitter can provide you and your dog.
Source
OldDogPaws

When an older dog stops barking:
 Changes in vocalization in a senior dog are an indication for your dog to see a veterinarian for an examination. There are a number of different types of problems that lead to loss of voice in dogs.
Source
www.animalhealthcare.ca

Housebreaking an older dog:
You and your family have made the decision to adopt an older dog from the shelter rather than a young puppy. The big day has finally arrived: You are bringing your new companion home with you. Everyone is happy and excited, including your new dog!
Source Champaign County Humane Society

Animal Massage: One of the most valuable assets of animal massage is health maintenance. Regular massage aids in early detection of abnormalities, such as swelling, injury or painful areas, and facilitates early medical diagnosis of problems.
Source 
MassageTherapy.com

Aussie Article and Thoughts on Canine Massage Whether it is for an older dog with arthritis pain or a younger dog in training massage can be a very valuable tool. 
Source
annisage.com.

Insurance:
"Putting a Leash on Pricey Health Care"
Winner, 2001 Eukanuba® Canine Health Care Award  
If the high cost of your dog's veterinary care is causing you to max out your credit cards or drain your savings account, take heart. You can give your dog the best of care without risking bankruptcy in the process.
Source Susan McCullough

General Interest:
Animals in Translation: - With animals, just like with people, there’s a difference between traumatic fears and plain old everyday fears. Traumatic fears in animals are always bad news; they last forever, and they can spread.

Pet Products:
Dog Ramps: Helping Pets and Owners Alike:
Source http://www.PetEducation.com
On-line store at http://www.DrsFosterSmith.com
Free pet supply catalog: 1-800-323-4208

Dog Ramps: How to choose a dog ramp:

Source http://www.PetEducation.com
On-line store at http://www.DrsFosterSmith.com
Free pet supply catalog: 1-800-323-4208

Dog Ramps: Comparison Chart:
Source http://www.PetEducation.com
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Free pet supply catalog: 1-800-323-4208

Dog Ramps: How to Build your Own:

Deborah Zelten
http://www.bouviers.net


 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


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