Keeping your dog’s vaccinations current is an essential part of responsible ownership. But you may be wondering why your dog needs so many and which are really necessary. Nearly all vets will recommend these core vaccines: Canine distemper, canine parvovirus, and rabies. Distemper and parvo can be deadly. It is very easy for a dog to contract these viruses and they are extremely difficult and expensive to treat. Early and consistent vaccination can save you the heartache of losing a pet to one of these illnesses. Continue Reading »
Archive for September, 2011
Does Your Dog Need All Those Shots
Categories: Uncategorized | September 15th, 2011 | by admin | no comments
The Pros And Cons Of Buying Pet Insurance
Categories: Uncategorized | September 11th, 2011 | by admin | no comments
The biggest benefit of pet healthcare is the coverage for expensive medical procedures such as MRI’s and chemotherapy which can cost anywhere from 1,000 to 5,000. These plans also allow you to pick your own Veterinarian. Premiums for these plans can range from 2,000 to 6,000 over the course of the pet’s life. You can choose a higher deductible to help lower the cost of premiums. One major medical procedure will make up for all of the premiums you are paying.
The negatives to any kind of pet health insurance is Continue Reading »
Picking The Right Breed For Your Family
Categories: Uncategorized | September 10th, 2011 | by admin | no comments
There is nothing better than the feeling of saving an animal and giving it the best home possible, but not all dogs are going to be suitable for your home. While all dogs will not follow the standard, each breed has its own set of personality characteristics that you can expect and knowing these traits will help you determine what breed will be best for you. Think about what type of home environment you will be offering the new companion; this is important because some breeds do well in apartments while others thrive in wide open spaces. Next, Continue Reading »
Introducing Your Dog To The Family
Categories: Uncategorized | September 6th, 2011 | by admin | no comments
Your new canine family member may be nervous, excited, or even frightened. In order to relax your pet, and initiate your position as pack leader, take your dog for a walk before entering your home for the first time. It is critical to your position as pack leader, that you do not allow your dog to walk in front of you during the first walk. If you have other dogs in the home, they should be introduced to the new pack member Continue Reading »