If you have a dog, chances are they have had diarrhea at some point. Dog diarrhea is not only an inconvenient mess, it is an indicator that something could be seriously wrong with your pet’s health. Remember: diarrhea that worsens, becomes more frequent, lasts more than 24 hours, or is accompanied by fever or lethargic behavior is an indicator that […]
Since the movie about the 101 Dalmatians, this spectacular spotted dog has gained popularity. However, the story of the Dalmatian goes beyond that of the film. It is also known as a “wagon dog” or a “fire station dog”. Before the “horseless carriage,” horses were used to pull fire trucks, and the dog became a common sight at US Fire […]
The West Highland White Terrier suffers from an allergic skin disease called atopic or atopic dermatitis. These dogs have a faulty skin barrier and are allergic to pollen, dust mites, and household spores (the things that cause asthma in people). These dogs are frustrating to deal with. Since pollen and spores are difficult to keep away from the dog, problems […]
The German Shepherd is a great dog. We are attracted to the German Shepherd for its beauty and strength. There is a sense of protection and security that accompanies the thinking of a German Shepherd. When I think of a German Shepherd I also think of loyalty. Yes, loyal is definitely a good word to describe a German Shepherd. My […]
This holiday season, pet owners are struggling to find someone to take care of them. The first concern that often comes to mind is cost. People want a good VALUE for their dollar, but do they take into account the VALUE they have of their pets? Example: I received a call from an older pet owner in November who lived […]
One challenge many current owners face is that they don’t want to sell now because this is a very bad market for sellers. Many people need the proceeds from their current home in order to buy another. This is not so much a challenge, but an opportunity, if you have equity in your home and you know how to use […]
The case of ephedrine is very interesting and it is not surprising that so many people commented on it and were so excited about each new development regarding the legal status of this substance. Many newspapers published a series of articles commenting on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ban on ephedrine. The reasons for such interest are mainly the […]
What is the L&I Stay at Work program? In summary, the WA-SAW program helps employers avoid compensable claims. From my perspective, it is exclusively designed to offer cost-saving measures to employers. However, it is a shortsighted program. In practical terms, it ignores several real-life challenges for work injury claimants. Furthermore, it often causes more harm than good in the long […]
German Shepherd Dogs can make great family pets, but GSD puppies require proper training and at least a partial raw diet. This article provides some basic information on German Shepherds that will help potential new owners decide if the GSD is the right breed for their family. 1. Potty training. In many ways, German Shepherd puppies are like any other […]
Prey drive is the “buzzword” among dog people these days. Its textbook definition states that it is the instinctive behavior of carnivores to chase and capture prey, but it is commonly used to describe habits in dog training. The prey drive is what motivates a dog to chase a running ball, animals, car, or child, so it is important to […]
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