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		<title>Dog Health Care: Why Buying a Farmed Puppy is a Bad Idea</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:59:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When buying a new puppy it is important to think carefully about where you buy it from.  If you buy a puppy from the wrong source you might end up with heart breaking dog health care problems on your hands.  This is because of the danger of unwittingly buying a puppy who was born in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When buying a new puppy it is important to think carefully about where you buy it from.  If you buy a puppy from the wrong source you might end up with heart breaking <a href="http://www.pethealthinfo.org.uk/dogs" target="_blank">dog health care</a> problems on your hands.  This is because of the danger of unwittingly buying a puppy who was born in a puppy farm.</p>
<p>Dog health care is a long way down the list of priorities for puppy farms and their proprietors.  On the contrary the puppies that come from them are rarely healthy. Those puppies who have been farmed frequently fall victim to physical and psychological illness.  They also frequently demonstrate problem behaviour.</p>
<p>Such problems are caused by the situation in which these puppies are kept.  Preoccupation with profit means that conditions are almost certainly poor.  They have little space to move around and almost no human contact.</p>
<p>Health wise the dogs suffer too.  They are fed poor quality foods in small quantities and mother dogs are malnourished. Females are forced to breed as often as they physically can from the age of four months onwards, only being allowed to stop when they die or become too ill.  Such frequent breeding leaves mothers and puppies unhealthy.  Puppies are removed from their mother’s care too early so that she may be forced to have another set.  And this coupled with lack of human interaction causes behavioural problems and dog health care problems.</p>
<p>Puppies in pet shops are usually the product of puppy farms, so it’s not advisable to buy them.  It is also difficult to be sure where puppies in internet or newspaper adverts have come from.  This is why anybody considering buying a puppy from an advert should insist on seeing the puppies with their mother and even the father if possible.  Any seller who makes excuses when asked this is not to be trusted.  Even if a farmed puppy seems like a cheaper idea, the saving is lost when extra vet bills and heart ache for the owner are considered.  No reputable breeder would touch farmed puppies, so asking for recommendations from other dog owners is a good idea.<br />
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		<title>How to Keep Track of Your Family Pet</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:55:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Among the list of coolest looking items now available for dog lovers and people that won&#8217;t wish to lose his or her favorite pet dogs, is the GPS dog monitoring models.  A good example of one of the best pet monitoring collars would be the RoamEO GPS.  This really is excellent for your family dog [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Among the list of coolest looking items now available for dog lovers and people that won&#8217;t wish to lose his or her favorite pet dogs, is the GPS dog monitoring models.  A good example of one of the best pet monitoring collars would be the <a href="http://iblogdogs.com/dog-gps-tracking/roameo-gps/" target="_blank">RoamEO GPS</a>.  This really is excellent for your family dog if he or she tends to take off away from home. If you&#8217;ve ever previously used up hours trying to find your puppy when your dog had gotten free, you may certainly recognize the value of such a piece of equipment.</p>
<p>The process is made up of two various parts. Your <a href="http://iblogdogs.com/dog-gps-tracking/roameo-gps/" target="_blank">RoamEO collar</a> is positioned around your dog&#8217;s neck. The training collar is light-weight and shouldn&#8217;t be a worry for your pup by any means. He&#8217;ll be roaming around with it on in a matter of minutes. The special training collar is actually embedded with GPS technology and you have a handheld LED display that allows you to track the precise place, movements as well as path of the canine. Hence visualize your pet dog getting away on accident one particular night. Under natural situations that would end up being extremely frightening but with the use of the GPS system, you will have no issue tracking down him or her and driving to the exact location to pick him up and take him home along with you.</p>
<p>Another awesome factor about this system is the ability to produce a electronic fence for your pet. It&#8217;s produced while you go around throughout the perimeter of the place to be driven by you. The GPS monitor will automatically input and record the points while you walk, setting up a area for your dog that&#8217;s now known to the GPS training collar around his neck. Normally individuals might walk all around their property lines to mark this particular place to which they do not want their family dog to travel past. When your pet does go away from of your perimeter or virtual fence, you will be advised via the LED display by an alert sound. You&#8217;ll instantly know that your pet has gone outside of the boundary of the virtual fence you have setup.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://iblogdogs.com/dog-gps-tracking/roameo-gps/" target="_blank">RoamEO GPS dog tracking system</a> can also be made use of with more than one dog. Feel free to use this kind of solution with three more canines. The system is sold with the LED display and just one training collar, but you can find extra dog collars which could all be made to cooperate with your principal GPS display. For those who have several pet dogs, as numerous dog lovers do, this might definitely end up being something anyone would want to think about as I&#8217;m sure that you&#8217;d probably not wish to lose any one of your pups.</p>
<p>We hope that this article helps to shed some light upon a number of choices for you if you&#8217;re currently facing a naughty dog that keeps making his way throughout the community. Maybe you are only starting with a brand new puppy. This might be an ideal complement to your training methods while you navigate your new puppie&#8217;s obedience education. Regardless which GPS method you choose, they will all help to offer you a sense of relief as well as allow you to be much less anxious regarding the potential for your puppy running away.<br />
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		<title>Treating Your Dog For Worms</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:49:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For anyone who is privileged enough to have a puppy included in your family, you then are definitely worried about your beloved pet&#8217;s wellness.  A standard problem amongst dog owners is that of parasites, particularly the several types of worms that can take up residence inside your dog. In this post, we will talk about [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For anyone who is privileged enough to have a puppy included in your family, you then are definitely worried about your beloved pet&#8217;s wellness.  A standard problem amongst dog owners is that of parasites, particularly the several types of worms that can take up residence inside your dog. In this post, we will talk about the signs and symptoms, treatments and suggestions for this typical challenge.</p>
<p><a href="http://iblogdogs.com/dewormers/drontal-plus-canine/" target="_blank">Drontal Plus Canine</a> is among the best deworming medicines to administer to your dog. This specific medication will cover the elimination of all the types of worms which includes tapeworms. roundworms, hookworms and whipworms.</p>
<p>You need to go to the vet to acquire a prescription for this treatment, but he or she will be able to diagnose it straight away.</p>
<p>There are a few methods to know if your puppy possesses worms, none of which tend to be particularly pleasant to look at. If your dog is exhibiting any signs and symptoms like vomiting, weight loss, or blood in his stool you should first inspect the stool to check for the existence of worms or worm segments. This would be a fairly typical method to tell if your puppy has worms.</p>
<p>If you do see worms, we recommend that you do get your dog to the vet even though you will find medicines available that wont require a prescription. These types of over-the-counter medicines might be harmful for your dog if the correct dose isn&#8217;t given. Furthermore, some canine worms are only able to be removed with a medication like the <a href="http://iblogdogs.com/dewormers/drontal-plus-canine/" target="_blank">Drontal Plus</a> that your vet will have to prescribe.</p>
<p>Even when you do see the worms with your own eye, you ought to gather a sample of the pet&#8217;s stool to take to the vet because there are sometimes very small worms that can only be observed using the microscope. Your vet will probably also perform a blood test since some tiny worms like heartworm can be lethal if they are not caught and treated in a timely matter.</p>
<p>Typically one serving of the prescribed treatment, would be a highly effective remedy for all the primary parasites that may be causing the problem. The kind of treatment described here consists of Praziquantel, Pyrantel Pamoate and Febantel as its main ingredients.  Praziquantel is primarily used to fight against tapeworms, one of the most common in dogs being the Dipylidium caninum. Pyrantel Pamoate generally treats against roundworms and hookworms. This is the ingredient that causes abrupt contraction and paralysis of the worm. Febantel is the part that is highly effective against whipworm. If you are using <a href="http://iblogdogs.com/dewormers/drontal-plus-canine/" target="_blank">Drontal</a> on it&#8217;s own minus the Plus it does not include the Febantel and wouldn&#8217;t heal for whipworms, so it&#8217;s important to have this also.</p>
<p>It would really be a fairly typical incident for your puppy to have worms at some time or another throughout his life span. It&#8217;s nothing to become excessively troubled or worried about as it may be treated very quickly and easily. Simply keep an eye on your dog for the signs and symptoms above and make sure to take him to the vet for his regular appointments and this should be something that you will not worry about.<br />
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		<title>Picking Out The Perfect Pet Dog Toys For Your Pet</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:45:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many types of dogs toy to choose from when you are looking for the perfect fit for your pet. The personality of your pet and your family will play a big factor in the type of toys that you select. When you are looking for playthings for your pet the age of the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many types of <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/new-dog-toys" target="_blank">dogs toy</a> to choose from when you are looking for the perfect fit for your pet. The personality of your pet and your family will play a big factor in the type of toys that you select. When you are looking for playthings for your pet the age of the animal, whether they are teething or not, and their activity level, will play a role in your selection as well.</p>
<p>Some dogs prefer playthings that are made for small children. This is especially true when they are a family pet and there are small children in the home. These pets are often a part of the family and are dressed up in childrens clothes. In other cases, the dog will have its own toys and be very protective of them.</p>
<p>The personality of your pet will greatly determine what type of toy you select. It is important that you avoid any type of plaything that has small parts which may come loose and harm your dog. In addition getting chew toys that have a wide weave can be harmful to puppy teeth.</p>
<p>When a dog likes to chew on their plaything, getting products that are made from all-natural materials, are durable and sturdy, will be important. Many of these toys are made from hemp, rawhide, or leather. The materials are easily cleaned and hold up to abuse and wear.</p>
<p>However, it is much better for the dog, and safer, to purchase balls that are made specifically for pets. The materials in most sports equipment will harm a dog if the fibers are ingested.</p>
<p>Designating toys specifically for your pet will be important if you have children. Many people allow their puppies and children to play with the same toys, resulting in puppies chewing on children&#8217;s toys when they are teething. It is very difficult to teach a dog not to play with human toys, if it is raised playing with these toys. In addition, it is not always best for small children who are teething to chew on your pet’s playthings.</p>
<p>When a person fails to designate your dog’s playthings from their children&#8217;s playthings, there will often be a problem with toys. Pets cannot differentiate the playthings that are okay to chew, and those that are supposed to be carefully cared for.</p>
<p>When you are choosing <a href="http://www.sevendogsandababy.com" target="_blank">dog toy</a>, keeping in mind the environment that you keep your pet in and whether or not the toys will be shared with children, will be a deciding factor in the type of playthings that you get. Getting <a href="http://www.sevendogsandababy.com/category/dog-toys/" target="_blank">pet dog toys</a> that are durable, sturdy, washable, and can be sanitized if necessary will be very helpful in finding playthings that will have the lasting effect that you want.<br />
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		<title>Understanding  Pug Health Problems</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:35:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Understanding pug dog health risk can actually save the life of your best friend, and if you are a dog lover you probably know that all dogs have certain health problems that need to be looked out for, especially when a dog gets into its older years, therefore if you know the specific risks for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Understanding pug dog health risk can actually save the life of your best friend, and if you are a dog lover you probably know that all dogs have certain health problems that need to be looked out for, especially when a dog gets into its older years, therefore if you know the specific risks for the type of dog you own you will know what to look for and how to got about taking care of the problem if it should come up.<br />
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Hip Dysplasia is actually a common problem among many dogs, particularly larger breeds, but pugs are also particularly susceptible to this condition. A lot of pain may be caused in cases of hip dysplasia to the dog due to the malformation of the hip joint and femur bones and in the some cases, will need immediate surgery, or in the worst case, will need to be put to sleep. Cases that are less serious are less of a problem to treat and typically need a good nutritional basis and normal exercise.</p>
<p>If the pug&#8217;s nostrils are narrow or constrained, he has a problem called &#8220;stenotic nares,&#8221; which can strain his body and lead to an enlarged heart. Breathing from the mouth and a foamy type discharge may be indications of this problem and can be fixed with surgery.</p>
<p>Entropion is a condition where the eyelids can roll inward causing the eye lashes to rub against the eye, which is a serious problem as it can cause ulcerations, scratches and irritation of the eye. The usual way to treat your puppy dog for this malady is surgery, but it&#8217;s important to note early on the signs and symptoms for it to be successfully controlled.</p>
<p>Dry Eyes is another condition that can fairly commonly occur in pugs. Having dry eyes can be defined as not being able to produce enough of your own tears to keep the eyes moist. When not enough tears are being produced by our tear ducts, this may be caused by blockage of the duct or the lack of nerve stimulation, and treatment depends on how severe the condition is.</p>
<p>One of the typical problems a lot of canines encounter is demodectic skin mites and they come in two types. With the first form, localized demodectic mange, appearing as small hairless patches of skin, is seen in dogs under one year of age. The next type is typically characterized by demodectic mange manifested by large areas of healthy looking skin without hair and dogs of any age can have this.</p>
<p>There are many more health conditions that you should look out for if you own or intend to own a pug, so if you suspect that your dog has any of the problems listed above or problems that may not be listed make an appointment with your vet and have your dog evaluated.</p>
<p>Find out more about  <a href="http://www.healthyhappydogs.com/Article.Pug" target="_blank">Pug Breed</a> and more about <a href="http://www.dog-health-care-information.com" target="_blank">Pug Dog Breed</a> visit www.healthyhappydogs.com</p>
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