If you have a new puppy in your life, you may be wondering, when can puppies go outside? Learn about when and how to safely introduce your puppy to being outside.
Can a small scratch from a puppy cause rabies? Althoughit is highly unlikely to contract rabies from a scratch, it can still happen. All the virus needs is a point of entry, Resurreccion said, like broken skin. She said, however, that not all dogs or cats infected with rabies show aggr...
While rabbits can carry rabies, the chances that this little rabbit had rabies and transmitted rabies to your cat are really small. We rarely see bunnies with rabies and that is because in order for them to get rabies they would have had to have been bitten by a rabid animal. If this...
She's been doing this for a while, more so since we got a new puppy. Finally, I gave up trying to corral her in. When I asked my vet about Loretta's rolling ways, he just shrugged his shoulders and laughed. If I had to guess, all of us who have dogs have been down this road...
Let your doctor know if you notice these symptoms or if you have stomach pain or diarrhea. 3/15 Rabies Infected animals transmit this virus through their spit when they bite you. It could be a raccoon, fox, skunk, coyote, or a pet that didn’t get its shots. You may feel sick and...
Dogs and puppies are ideal hosts for worms and other parasites. If your puppy is losing weight and has diarrhea and/or vomiting, then consult a vet to confirm the type of worm. Depending on the type of worm, your vet will suggest the test and treatment.
When you bring a pet into your home, their happiness is something you consider very frequently. After all, our pets make us happy, and we should always reciprocate the favor, and ensure they have the best possible quality of life. Cats are unique domestic pets, requiring much different care...
So, to help you to make sure you’re on the right track, we’ve pulled together our top eight tips for keeping your pet healthy, so they can live a long and happy life as your trusted friend. Keep your pet at a healthy weight. A roly poly puppy or chubby kitten might look cute,...
The UK online puppy trade has rapidly outgrown the current legislation, aided by the anonymity provided by classified advertisement platforms. In an effort to meet increased demand, some unregulated and regulated breeders may have employed practices that negatively impact canine welfare. A paucity of ...
A puppy brought in to get a rabies vaccine in Kenya's Laikipia Rabies Vaccination Campaign. Credit: Ravi Ruparel "I think the question grassroots campaigns have to ask themselves is, is that their goal just to have local outreach and help a few individuals, or are they trying to eliminate ...