Preventative Care Is Important for Animals

Unwanted feral cats are a serious problem in many neighborhoods. Statistically, a single mother cat can potentially produce up to 100 kittens within her lifetime, and a pair of mating cats and their offspring can produce up to 420,000 kittens in 7 years. This is why it's so important to make sure that cats are spayed and neutered. If you have unwanted stray cats in your neighborhood, here's how you can fix the problem.

Lyme disease can cause serious, painful symptoms in both humans and animals. Since it can be easily misdiagnosed if there is not a classic bulls-eye rash or obvious tick bite, the symptoms may go on for years. There are several methods to minimize the chance of Lyme disease affecting your household. Use Traditional Preventative Techniques Lyme is traditionally carried by ticks and is transmitted to dogs and humans after prolonged tick bites.

Summer is almost here. In some parts of the country, the temperatures are already escalating. If your dog spends any time outside, it runs the risk of developing heat stroke. This is particularly true if it doesn't have ample shade and water while it's outside, or if it gets locked in a car. Heat stroke can be fatal for dogs, especially if it's left untreated. If your dog is going to spend time outside this summer, it's important that you recognize the warning signs of heat stroke.

When it comes to your dog you want to make sure that they get the best medical care possible. Your dog is not just a pet, but a member of your family. One of the very best things that you can do for your dog is to get them neutered or spayed. If your dog is a male, getting the surgery is smart because it keeps dogs from marking their territory.

Finding out that your cat has developed kidney disease is upsetting all on its own, but unfortunately, kidney disease often doesn't come alone. When cats develop kidney disease, it can put them at risk of developing several other ailments. Read on to learn what your cat could experience with kidney disease and how to control it. Mouth Ulcers When a cat's kidney disease isn't well-controlled or it enters the later stages, your cat can develop ulcers in its mouth.

When you get a puppy, there are a lot of things you do to ensure its health and safety. You fence in your yard, invest in a kennel to prevent indoor accidents and night-time curiosity, and you have a training program ready to go. There are other things you can do to ensure your puppy's health and a long life, and one of the most important of them is vaccinating your pup throughout its life.

If your dog is getting older, you are always looking for ways to help them stay happy and healthy. Dogs start to experience the symptoms of old age just like humans do. They get sore joints and muscles, they develop diseases, and some of the senses start to dull. You can provide some wonderful care for your dog during these years of increased risk and illness.  Here are some care ideas and therapies to consider.

You might not realize this, but your dog can develop dental problems too. Unfortunately, it won't be able to use words to let you know about them. That means your dog could be facing severe pain and discomfort, and you wouldn't even know about it. Luckily, there are some simple steps you can take to monitor your dog's dental health. Here are four things you should do to protect your dog's teeth.