5 Feeding Tips For A Happy And Healthy Dog

By pet-admin, December 27, 2007 7:20 pm

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Do you actually know all there is to know about your dog’s nutritional needs? Many dog owners believe they’re doing what’s best for their dogs when it comes to dog food, but in reality they rely on their intuition more than science. Your dog’s nutrition shouldn’t be left to chance, even when it comes to your best friend. Think about it – if you only feed yourself on what you craved while having no knowledge of what your body needs to function, would you be eating your daily servings of 5 fruit and vegetables?

1. Cover all of the bases.

A dog’s diet can be as complex as any human’s (including yours!), and it’s absolutely essential that you, as an owner, hit all of the vital nutritional bases. A deficiency of certain vitamins and nutrients can lead to upset tummies; overly dry or oily skin, brittle bones, weight issues, and, in some of the worst cases, death. A balanced and proper diet is the building block of your dog’s overall health – if he doesn’t get the right blend of nutrients, the most impeccable care otherwise won’t mean a thing. But with the right diet, his defences against disease and disorders are infinitely stronger than a dog whose owner hasn’t put much thought into an eating plan.
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Serious Health Signs in Pets

By pet-admin, December 26, 2007 11:17 pm

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When do you know you have to take your pet to the veterinarian? If you answer yes to any of these questions, then the time is immediately. There might be other signs, but these are the basic ones experts insist you must pay attention to:

1. Has your pet lost its appetite for more than two days?
2. Has your pet vomited more than twice?
3. Has your pet had diarrhea for more than two days?
4. Does your pet vomit and have diarrhea?
5. Is your pet behaving with unusual listlessness – brooding, hiding in the bushes, lacking enthusiasm for its favorite activities?
6. Has your pet collapsed?
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How to Keep Your Cat Healthy: Maintaining Feline Health

By pet-admin, December 25, 2007 2:37 pm

Learn critical pet care information on how to maintain the health of your cat in this free video clip

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