By: Dr. William Fortney English Setter Bred to cover a lot of area when hunting, the English setter is a lively dog that loves to hunt and run. This is especially true of dogs from field lines. See more in our Dogs image gallery! Keith Barraclough/DCL Even though dogs are man's...
Roundworms, whipworms, hookworms, and tapeworms arethe most common intestinal parasites that afflict dogs. To eliminate these worms, there are currently six drugs available for use in dogs in the United States, and a myriad of choices of products that offer these drugs alone and in varying co...
Dogsand puppiesare ideal hosts for worms and other parasites. If your puppy is losing weight and hasdiarrheaand/orvomiting, then consult a vet to confirm the type of worm. Depending on the type of worm, your vet will suggest the test and treatment. Deworming: It is recommended to deworm...
Serologic tests have now been developed to detect antibodies (proteins made by the animal's body to fight off the 'invaders') against heartworms. This is the test most commonly used in cats. This test will be positive even if only one male worm is present. But this test has a downfall...
moves. In an emergency, do not use objects to try to remove it and avoid panicking.Tilt your head to try to let gravity help the insect come out, and consider using a light to lure it outward. If the moth does not come out or if symptoms persist, consult a doctor for safe removal...
For too long has “like a girl” been exclaimed with negative connotations. “You run like a girl”, “You throw like a girl”, “Stop crying like a girl” are a few common phrases that have become so natural to say and so ingrained in our culture as just another figure of speech ...
Complete a soil test before planting cabbage. If clubroot disease has been a problem, adjust the soil pH to 7.0 or slightly higher by adding lime. Add potassium-rich material such as greensand to the planting bed; also add phosphorus-rich material like phosphate rock. Add plenty of well-...
How to turn my lawn into a garden Yan Krukov| Pexels 1. Pick the type of garden If you’re new to gardening, it can be intimidating to decide what type of garden you should plant. For inspiration, here are some common and unique types of gardens: ...
If you suspect whipworms, talk to your vet. Whipworm eggs can sometimes be detected on a dog’s stool sample using a microscope, but because eggs are shed intermittently, multiple stool samples may be required. Your vet may also suggest a parasite antigen test or, in more severe cases, ...
Eggplants prefer a soil pH of 5.5 to 6.8. Perform a soil test ahead of plating to know the soil pH. Warm the soil in advance of planting by laying black plastic over planting beds for two weeks. Transplanting eggplant into the garden ...