Like humans, dogs have a mechanism for relieving irritation of the throat or airways which we classically know of as the cough. Whereas humans develop coughs rather frequently in response to a cold or mild respiratory infection, cough is less common in our canine counterparts. A persistent canine cough can be a sign of serious ...
What to do if you suspect your cat has worms? Many cat owners face this common problem. These worms can affect the cat’s health in general and so it is very important to treat the feline right away. However, the first thing to do if you suspect your cat has worms is to take the ...
As October ends and November begins, many families will have an abundance of leftover pumpkins. Most people simply discard the guts- seeds and all. But before you purge that pumpkin of its inards, there are a few things you should consider. Pumpkin seeds and their oil are not only good tasting, but are good for ...
Hookworms This parasite is most commonly known to occur in puppies but sometimes will occur in older dogs. This type of intestinal worm will hook itself onto the walls of the intestines and there it will suck on tiny blood vessels. The hookworm parasite lives in the environment such as moist grass and damp soils. ...
Your child has pinworms again, and you suspect the dog is to blame. But before you point the finger at Rover one more time, you need to get the facts. Dogs don’t get pinworms, nor do they carry them. Pinworms are passed between people due to poor sanitation. That’s not saying that you can’t contract ...
Internal parasites in cats can be hard to detect. Not all parasites produce symptoms, but also, many cats are well adapted to hiding their symptoms until they are extremely ill. A responsible cat owner should be aware of any potential types of internal parasites, their symptoms and treatments. Feline Bladder Worm Bladder worms are rare, ...
Parasitic worms are commonly found in puppies. These worms may be transmitted by the mother to their puppies or they may acquire it after their birth. Whatever the case may be, the puppies should be free from worms or it can have serious complications. The common puppy worms A number of worms are seen in ...
Italian herbs such as basil, parsley, oregano and rosemary are what gives Italian food its distinct flavor. Bring a little piece of Italy into your garden by growing your own Italian herbs. Here are a few tips for growing these aromatic and flavorful herbs. Basil is a very forgiving and easy herb to grow. Basil ...
