When you have a senior dog, whether you have had them since they were a puppy or you adopted them when they were already older, your primary concern and focus is on their health and well-being. However, you may not know what you can do on a regular basis to ensure that your senior dog remains as healthy as possible for as long as possible. Get to know some of these steps that you can take to keep your senior four-legged friend healthy and happy in their remaining years with you.
- Finding stray kittens around your house and neighborhood is not uncommon in many parts of this country. When cats do not have homes, they tend to wander around in places where they can find food and shelter. As they wander, they tend to mate and multiply, and this can create a problem in your neighborhood. Unfortunately, the only way to stop this is through spaying and neutering services, which can be expensive.
- Many pet owners do not realize that their beloved companions can actually suffer from many of the same ailments that humans deal with. If you have a cat, you probably never imagined that he or she could develop a hernia, for example. However, if you take your cat to the vet for their regular vaccinations and exam only to be told and shown that your cat has a small abdominal hernia, you likely feel panicked and worried.
- Whether it's because you have allergies, travel a lot, or just want to be different, you may decide you want a pet other than a dog or cat. However, while it seems that these alternative pets may need less care than a cat a dog, that's not really true. Here are a few alternative pet choices, along with some of the things you need to consider before deciding if it's the right choice for you.
- As a pet owner, you understand that there are a number of ailments that can affect your furry friend. There aren't many, however, that affect them as painfully as mange. Below is an overview of what causes mange, what symptoms your dog may exhibit, and how mange can be treated and prevented. What Causes Mange? Mange is a skin disorder caused by mites and if left untreated can cause serious health issues and fatal infections.