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Elderly People and Pets

December 17, 2009

Contact can lessen loneliness. Contact can lessen depression. Contact can bring a smile. And that point of contact can be a pet. An elderly person paired with an appropriate pet can be a winning combination. "Humans and animals need love, companionship and activity," explained Ms. Kit Darling, MS, infection control coordinator at Texas A&M College of Veter... (Read More)

Cardiac Problems in Pets

December 04, 2009

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, worldwide. Pet owners should also be concerned for the hearts of their beloved animal friends. The heart is a complex organ, and it is important to be aware of the heart diseases a pet can develop and to know what to look for so that your pet can have the best possible care. "Dogs and cats can... (Read More)

Nutraceuticals

November 19, 2009

Natural nutrients … natural herb … from a natural source … plants. Is this combination a better alternative than prescription treatments? For centuries medications have been derived from plants and many drugs now synthesized originated from plants. Could unprocessed natural herbs and their nutrients achieve "miraculous" cures where traditional medicines have fail... (Read More)

Reptilian Feeding Frenzy

November 13, 2009

Having a reptile as a pet is quite different from owning a dog or a cat, since feeding is relatively simple in the canine and feline world. After adopting your first snake, lizard, or other reptilian pet, there is typically a controversy over what the correct method of feeding is for the animal. Many reptilian pet owners want their pet to be able to experience th... (Read More)

Alternative Pet Care

November 09, 2009

Many people have biases toward alternative forms of healthcare because there is not much evidence based on research to support it. For them, more science and clinical data is needed to support acceptance of these therapies. Others are completely sold on the idea of alternative or 'holistic' medicine because it is known to be a cure for the source of problems and ... (Read More)

Hypothyroidism in Dogs

October 29, 2009

Hair loss, weight gain, lethargy and exercise intolerance are symptoms that most pet owners attribute to the onset of old age in their beloved pups. But, especially if your dog is about four to six years old, be aware that these might be symptoms of hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a canine condition in which the thyroid gland functions insufficiently. The thyro... (Read More)