Just like humans, dogs can experience a number of issues that require medical attention. One such issue is an intestinal obstruction. An intestinal blockage in a canine is very serious and can be fatal if the dog is not treated promptly by a veterinarian. Thus, if your dog has an intestinal obstruction, it is essential to take it to an animal hospital right away. In the event that your dog has consumed something that is too large to be passed during a bowel movement, surgery will likely be needed.
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If your cats spend any time outside, especially in tall brush, you need to be concerned about Lyme disease. While cats don't usually come down with Lyme disease, it has been known to happen, which is why you need to keep a close eye out for the disease. Not only can your cats catch Lyme disease, they can also carry ticks home that can end up infecting your dogs, as well.
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Getting a pet snake is exciting. However, feeding your new snake will be different than feeding most other fluffy companions. Snakes have an incredibly primitive digestive system that's sensitive to many variables. Serving your snake the right food in the right way will make sure that your snake remains healthy and happy.
What Size of Food
When you feed your snake, it can't just be any size food. Too large of a rodent, and your snake may be injured or not be able to eat at all.
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After being spayed, dogs typically need some time to recover before getting back a normal energy level. Before you take your dog in for surgery, you should be aware of what you can do at home to speed up recovery time and keep your dog as comfortable a possible after the surgery.
The following are five things you can due to speed up the recovery process for your dog after spaying:
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In order to be a good cat parent, regular dental care for your kitty is a must. However, like with humans, sometimes dental care calls for tooth extractions. If your kitty has undergone tooth extractions or another kind of dental surgery, he or she may be in some discomfort for the days to come. However, as a pet parent, there are steps you can take to reduce this discomfort.
Avoid Incision Area
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