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Parasite prevention in your puppy
The right parasite preventatives will help keep intestinal worms and other menaces out of your new furry friend. The most important thing you need to know about parasites: You usually can’t see them, and they can cause big trouble before you even realize that they’re there. Some parasites have evolved to be able to hide inside the mother dog and come out specifically to target her puppies, so no matter how well cared for mom is, the puppies are still at great risk for intestinal parasites. Can I tell if my puppy has worms? Intestinal worms, like hookworms and roundworms, can cause signs like vomiting and diarrhea, but they can…
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New Puppy 101
The early days with your new little family member are important. Here are some tips on how to get it right! What’s the right age? 7-12 weeks is the best age for a puppy to be adopted. At less than 7 weeks of age, pups should be with their moms and littermates to help with canine socialization. How do I introduce my puppy to the family? It’s tempting to smother a new pup with love and invite friends and family to do the same. However, you can overwhelm a pup with all that affection and cause anxiety. It’s best to let a pup settle in first before meeting all those…
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Parasite Prevention in Your Kitten
The right parasite preventatives will help keep fleas and other menaces off your new furry friend. The most important thing you need to know about parasites: You usually can’t see them, and they can cause big trouble before you even realize that they’re there. Some parasites have evolved to be able to hide inside the mother cat and come out specifically to target her kittens, so no matter how well cared for mom is, the kittens are still at great risk for intestinal parasites. Can I tell if my kitten has worms? Intestinal worms, like hookworms and roundworms, can cause signs like vomiting and diarrhea, but they can be present…
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Tips for Raising a Happy and Healthy Kitten
Getting a new kitten is one of the best things in the world. They’re cute, soft, and cuddly. They are irresistible and melt even the toughest of hearts. It’s best to start things off on the right track to a long and happy life with your new feline companion. Here are some starter tips for you and your new, cuddly furbaby. Diet Continue feeding your kitten its “normal” diet, but slowly introduce a high quality kitten food into the mix. After your little furbaby has adjusted, feed the high quality food exclusively. Feed your kitten at least three to four times a day from a shallow plate; glass or ceramic…
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