fitdogdiets.com|Pet health information
Jan
21
Filed Under (Pets) by BobHob
Allen Jesson asked:
Owning a pet is a huge responsibility, you need to make sure you care for your pets health by giving them the correct food, enough water, the right housing and enough exercise.
With so many cases of pets being miss-treated and incorrectly cared for I thought id share some of my tips, ideas and finding to help you maintain your pets health to the highest standard.
The most common family pet is the dog, often considered a family member and should be cared for in the same way. Depending on the size and breed of your dog different amounts of time should be allocated each day for walks, generally the larger the breed the longer you will need to spend walking.
There is not an exact amount of time you should walk your dog, timescales should be based on the following aspects
- The shorter your dogs legs the less distance he can go
- Hot weather will make your dog more prone to overheating so in the summer months it is wise to take shorter walks and remember to take a sufficient amount of water for your dog to drink.
- Generally dogs can walk further when walking on dirt trails or softer ground, rough concrete can be hard on the pads of their feet.
- Take into account your dogs age and health, if your dog is not used to being walked remember to break him in gently starting with short walks and gradually build up to longer ones.
- If your dog has health problems such as arthritis or heart disease it is best to seek advice from your veterinarian to discuss how far your dog should be walked.
Understanding what your dog is comfortable with when waling will keep your pets health in optimum condition.
When it comes to your pets health one of the main things you are in control of is what they eat. Generally when purchasing pet food the higher the cost the better the quality.
Always do your research to make sure you are feeding your pet exactly what they need, providing them with a well balanced diet that contains the vitamins and nutrients they need will keep your pet healthy and will lead to a longer happier life.
As humans we are responsible for our pets health and how we care for and feed them, remember that younger animals such as kittens or puppies will need a balanced formula food that is different for normal dog food, if given the wrong food it can lead to growth that is to fast which can then lead to bone, joint and many other problems.
Food You Should NEVER Feed A Dog
- Believe it or not one of the worst things you can give your dog is chocolate! Even in small amounts it can be fatal for smaller dogs and can cause serious problems with your pets health. This is due to Theo bromine which can increase the heart rate and blood pressure of your dog.
- Onions, feeding a dog onions can be fatal, onions contain a substance which alters and can destroy red blood cells in dogs this can lead to haemolytic anaemia and sometimes even death
Pet owners love their pets and although you may feel like you are giving them the correct care you could be harming them without even knowing it. Every pet owner should take the time to research and understand all about their pets heath so you can enjoy a long and happy life together.
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Owning a pet is a huge responsibility, you need to make sure you care for your pets health by giving them the correct food, enough water, the right housing and enough exercise.
With so many cases of pets being miss-treated and incorrectly cared for I thought id share some of my tips, ideas and finding to help you maintain your pets health to the highest standard.
The most common family pet is the dog, often considered a family member and should be cared for in the same way. Depending on the size and breed of your dog different amounts of time should be allocated each day for walks, generally the larger the breed the longer you will need to spend walking.
There is not an exact amount of time you should walk your dog, timescales should be based on the following aspects
- The shorter your dogs legs the less distance he can go
- Hot weather will make your dog more prone to overheating so in the summer months it is wise to take shorter walks and remember to take a sufficient amount of water for your dog to drink.
- Generally dogs can walk further when walking on dirt trails or softer ground, rough concrete can be hard on the pads of their feet.
- Take into account your dogs age and health, if your dog is not used to being walked remember to break him in gently starting with short walks and gradually build up to longer ones.
- If your dog has health problems such as arthritis or heart disease it is best to seek advice from your veterinarian to discuss how far your dog should be walked.
Understanding what your dog is comfortable with when waling will keep your pets health in optimum condition.
When it comes to your pets health one of the main things you are in control of is what they eat. Generally when purchasing pet food the higher the cost the better the quality.
Always do your research to make sure you are feeding your pet exactly what they need, providing them with a well balanced diet that contains the vitamins and nutrients they need will keep your pet healthy and will lead to a longer happier life.
As humans we are responsible for our pets health and how we care for and feed them, remember that younger animals such as kittens or puppies will need a balanced formula food that is different for normal dog food, if given the wrong food it can lead to growth that is to fast which can then lead to bone, joint and many other problems.
Food You Should NEVER Feed A Dog
- Believe it or not one of the worst things you can give your dog is chocolate! Even in small amounts it can be fatal for smaller dogs and can cause serious problems with your pets health. This is due to Theo bromine which can increase the heart rate and blood pressure of your dog.
- Onions, feeding a dog onions can be fatal, onions contain a substance which alters and can destroy red blood cells in dogs this can lead to haemolytic anaemia and sometimes even death
Pet owners love their pets and although you may feel like you are giving them the correct care you could be harming them without even knowing it. Every pet owner should take the time to research and understand all about their pets heath so you can enjoy a long and happy life together.
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Jan
07
Filed Under (Pets) by BobHob
Jay Schindler asked:
In 1849 hundreds of men made the grueling climb across the Rocky mountain range before stepping onto California’s soil. These men, who history remembers as forty-niners, came to California with dreams of striking a mother lode of gold and spending the rest of their days in the lap of luxury. Few of these forty-niners had possessions worth speaking of, just the tattered torn clothes they were wearing, a shovel, a pan specially designed to sift through river sediment, and an old mule to haul their find out of the mountains.
Over a hundred and fifty years have passed since the last forty-niner made their final trek across the Rockies with only his own voice and a cantankerous old mule named Worthless for company. In this new modern world a different type of person is journeying across the country seeking the answers to all their dreams and prayers in the warm California sunlight. Today its students, freshly armed with brand new high school diplomas and a tiny sub-compact car loaded down with expensive clothing and glamour shots, seeking not gold but rather fame under the bright lights of an acting studio. Like the fortey-niners, many of these future stars have only their CD collections and a family pet to keep them company on the long drive across the country.
What many of these Hollywood hopefuls don’t realize is the animal health branch of the California Department of Food and Agriculture has rules and regulations for bringing pets into the state. Most of the rules will involve the young pet owner to take their pet to the veterinarian for a round of shots and an exam before leaving for the land of movie stars and millionaires. The purchase of pet health care coverage can sometimes let the youngsters get the routine vet work out of the way without forcing them to dip to heavily into their savings.
Domestic cats that are infected with a contagious disease are not allowed into California. Cats are not required to have a current rabies vaccination nor do they have to have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection before they cross the state line into California. They must have a health certificate if they are coming from an area that was under rabies quarantine. If you are coming into the state of California via airplane check with the airline about what health requirements they enforce before allowing your cat to fly. Before you leave your home town for the California shore line, ask your veterinarian what can be done to make the trip as comfortable and safe for your cat.
Just like cats the California Department of Food and Agriculture will not allow dogs that are carrying an infectious disease to cross the state line into California. Any dog over four months of age is required to a certificate stating the date of its last rabies vaccination, the type of vaccination used, the manufacturer lot number of the rabies vaccine used, and the name of the vet who gave the injection. If you are traveling by plane ask the airline about any additional health requirements your dog must meet before it is allowed to fly. The sooner you contact your airline the better.
If you are bringing a more exotic type of pet, such as a potbellied pig, into the state of California you may be required to have an entry permit.
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In 1849 hundreds of men made the grueling climb across the Rocky mountain range before stepping onto California’s soil. These men, who history remembers as forty-niners, came to California with dreams of striking a mother lode of gold and spending the rest of their days in the lap of luxury. Few of these forty-niners had possessions worth speaking of, just the tattered torn clothes they were wearing, a shovel, a pan specially designed to sift through river sediment, and an old mule to haul their find out of the mountains.
Over a hundred and fifty years have passed since the last forty-niner made their final trek across the Rockies with only his own voice and a cantankerous old mule named Worthless for company. In this new modern world a different type of person is journeying across the country seeking the answers to all their dreams and prayers in the warm California sunlight. Today its students, freshly armed with brand new high school diplomas and a tiny sub-compact car loaded down with expensive clothing and glamour shots, seeking not gold but rather fame under the bright lights of an acting studio. Like the fortey-niners, many of these future stars have only their CD collections and a family pet to keep them company on the long drive across the country.
What many of these Hollywood hopefuls don’t realize is the animal health branch of the California Department of Food and Agriculture has rules and regulations for bringing pets into the state. Most of the rules will involve the young pet owner to take their pet to the veterinarian for a round of shots and an exam before leaving for the land of movie stars and millionaires. The purchase of pet health care coverage can sometimes let the youngsters get the routine vet work out of the way without forcing them to dip to heavily into their savings.
Domestic cats that are infected with a contagious disease are not allowed into California. Cats are not required to have a current rabies vaccination nor do they have to have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection before they cross the state line into California. They must have a health certificate if they are coming from an area that was under rabies quarantine. If you are coming into the state of California via airplane check with the airline about what health requirements they enforce before allowing your cat to fly. Before you leave your home town for the California shore line, ask your veterinarian what can be done to make the trip as comfortable and safe for your cat.
Just like cats the California Department of Food and Agriculture will not allow dogs that are carrying an infectious disease to cross the state line into California. Any dog over four months of age is required to a certificate stating the date of its last rabies vaccination, the type of vaccination used, the manufacturer lot number of the rabies vaccine used, and the name of the vet who gave the injection. If you are traveling by plane ask the airline about any additional health requirements your dog must meet before it is allowed to fly. The sooner you contact your airline the better.
If you are bringing a more exotic type of pet, such as a potbellied pig, into the state of California you may be required to have an entry permit.
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Jan
05
Filed Under (Pets) by BobHob
Madonna Jeffries asked:
I am an animal lover and have been since I was a child. Today I own a couple of dogs as well as four cats. As other pet owners would know you take on a huge responsibility when you decide that you want to own a domestic animal. Not only do you have to feed them good nutritious food you also need to provide them with regular exercise so that you can ensure that they remain healthy and free of ailments.
I am quite astonished that many pet owners ignore the opportunity to buy pet health insurance for cats. Statistics show that people who own dogs as well as cats are more inclined to insure their dog rather than their cat. I am not sure as to why they decide this, perhaps it is because they have the belief that because dogs are more active they are more likely to get injuries requiring veterinary treatment, rather than cats who are considered to be more homely and less likely to sustain injuries. In reality cats, even those that remain mostly indoors, are just as likely to require treatment for health problems as dogs.
In some cases it is cats who are more prone to having health related problems than dogs. Cats are inclined to suffer in silence, meaning that although they may have a serious health problem you may not necessarily realize because they don’t jump about complaining as is the case with most dogs.
Furthermore, cats are known to have an incredibly high threshold for pain and suffering. It is because of their ability to mask the fact that they have serious health problems that your cat may suffer right before your eyes and you may never even know it. A cat could well be suffering a life-threatening ailment for many years but if you don’t take it to the vet for regular checkups the problem may never be discovered.
In the case of pet owners who have more than one cat, if one gets sick it is highly likely to pass on the problem to your other cats resulting in you incurring quite sizable vet fees and ongoing treatment costs. So rather than insure your dog and ignore your cat you should go out and buy pet health insurance for cats as well. When you talk to the average pet owner you get a variety of different responses when you mention something as important as taking your cat for regular veterinary check ups. Often, people will say things like “Well, if there is nothing wrong with my cat then I usually don’t bother taking them to the vet’. This response shows that the cat owner is somewhat irresponsible.
Like humans our pets should be subjected to frequent check-up so as to maintain good health and identify any potential problems. Taking preventative measures for our animals is a much better option than having to source a cure. The cost of preventative animal health is also much cheaper than having to fix up a particular problem. With the peace of mind offered by pet health insurance for cats you will be able to control the cost of providing regular health checks for your much adored pet. Check out the prices for pet health insurance online for all your domestic animals - you will be pleasantly surprised at the small amount you need to pay for peace of mind.
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I am an animal lover and have been since I was a child. Today I own a couple of dogs as well as four cats. As other pet owners would know you take on a huge responsibility when you decide that you want to own a domestic animal. Not only do you have to feed them good nutritious food you also need to provide them with regular exercise so that you can ensure that they remain healthy and free of ailments.
I am quite astonished that many pet owners ignore the opportunity to buy pet health insurance for cats. Statistics show that people who own dogs as well as cats are more inclined to insure their dog rather than their cat. I am not sure as to why they decide this, perhaps it is because they have the belief that because dogs are more active they are more likely to get injuries requiring veterinary treatment, rather than cats who are considered to be more homely and less likely to sustain injuries. In reality cats, even those that remain mostly indoors, are just as likely to require treatment for health problems as dogs.
In some cases it is cats who are more prone to having health related problems than dogs. Cats are inclined to suffer in silence, meaning that although they may have a serious health problem you may not necessarily realize because they don’t jump about complaining as is the case with most dogs.
Furthermore, cats are known to have an incredibly high threshold for pain and suffering. It is because of their ability to mask the fact that they have serious health problems that your cat may suffer right before your eyes and you may never even know it. A cat could well be suffering a life-threatening ailment for many years but if you don’t take it to the vet for regular checkups the problem may never be discovered.
In the case of pet owners who have more than one cat, if one gets sick it is highly likely to pass on the problem to your other cats resulting in you incurring quite sizable vet fees and ongoing treatment costs. So rather than insure your dog and ignore your cat you should go out and buy pet health insurance for cats as well. When you talk to the average pet owner you get a variety of different responses when you mention something as important as taking your cat for regular veterinary check ups. Often, people will say things like “Well, if there is nothing wrong with my cat then I usually don’t bother taking them to the vet’. This response shows that the cat owner is somewhat irresponsible.
Like humans our pets should be subjected to frequent check-up so as to maintain good health and identify any potential problems. Taking preventative measures for our animals is a much better option than having to source a cure. The cost of preventative animal health is also much cheaper than having to fix up a particular problem. With the peace of mind offered by pet health insurance for cats you will be able to control the cost of providing regular health checks for your much adored pet. Check out the prices for pet health insurance online for all your domestic animals - you will be pleasantly surprised at the small amount you need to pay for peace of mind.
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Jan
02
Filed Under (Pets) by BobHob
Anna Josephs asked:
There is something that pet owner should know before you take the leap. All pet have wants needs and health issues just like human beings. When your pet is injured or ill, you may experience natural feelings of concern, as you would with other family members. In regards to pet health, you have to realize that it can be costly for veterinarian visits, so you may want to consider pet health insurance.
Pet insurance policies can cover a plethora of health needs for your pets, including, but not limited to:
* Treatments for accidents, cancer, and other illnesses.
* Protection against fleas, heartworm, and other vaccinations.
* Hospitalization, surgeries, MRI, CAT scans, and X-rays.
* Basics such as annual check ups, prescription medication, and even having your pets spayed or neutered.
Pet health insurance is always better for every pet owner because it covers all the related factors if any issue is there. Before going for any policy read all the information’s in detail some may be offering you the same policy at lower interest rate. There are therefore many factors to consider when choosing pet insurance.
Get a quote as per your needs and carefully compare the prices, terms and conditions of each policy provider.
Consider your financial exposure in terms of any excess payable.
Choose the cover and premium level according to the type, age and condition of your pet. Consider any financial caps carefully
Pet are our responsibility and to take proper care of its health is also our responsibility which can not be ignored by pet owner we have to be very serious before buying pet. Pets are like our family member they can’t say what they want or what they feel, and if they are ill it should be understood by the pet owner.
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There is something that pet owner should know before you take the leap. All pet have wants needs and health issues just like human beings. When your pet is injured or ill, you may experience natural feelings of concern, as you would with other family members. In regards to pet health, you have to realize that it can be costly for veterinarian visits, so you may want to consider pet health insurance.
Pet insurance policies can cover a plethora of health needs for your pets, including, but not limited to:
* Treatments for accidents, cancer, and other illnesses.
* Protection against fleas, heartworm, and other vaccinations.
* Hospitalization, surgeries, MRI, CAT scans, and X-rays.
* Basics such as annual check ups, prescription medication, and even having your pets spayed or neutered.
Pet health insurance is always better for every pet owner because it covers all the related factors if any issue is there. Before going for any policy read all the information’s in detail some may be offering you the same policy at lower interest rate. There are therefore many factors to consider when choosing pet insurance.
Get a quote as per your needs and carefully compare the prices, terms and conditions of each policy provider.
Consider your financial exposure in terms of any excess payable.
Choose the cover and premium level according to the type, age and condition of your pet. Consider any financial caps carefully
Pet are our responsibility and to take proper care of its health is also our responsibility which can not be ignored by pet owner we have to be very serious before buying pet. Pets are like our family member they can’t say what they want or what they feel, and if they are ill it should be understood by the pet owner.
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Jan
02
Filed Under (Pets) by BobHob
James Hunaban asked:
Recent advances in scientific research have supplied pet owners with the way to now save their darling family pets from wounds and diseases that would have caused the pet to be euthanized in the not so distant past.
The distressing news is that once the inconceivable occurs and a pet’s life hangs in the balance most pet possessors discover that they’re not able to afford the frequently astonishing cost of the treatments which may range from $3000-$10000 and some times even more, and are forced to euthanize their pets anyhow. It’s in these cases that pet possessors wish they had the foresight to buy a pet health insurance policy. Pet health insurance is akin to human health insurance.
Owners who buy pet health insurance do so for a diversity of reasons. They may be fascinated by the thought that they’ll be able to economise on their pet’s yearly jaunt to the veterinary surgeon or they may simply be concerned that if a life-threatening health crisis arises they will not be capable of paying for the treatment. Pet owners may choose from an assortment of plans such as pet fatality/mortality insurance, major medical insurance, and basic medical insurance (insurance policy names might alter from company to company.) A lot of pet healthcare insurance companies offer a diversity of extra riders to complement the pet healthcare insurance scheme.
Mortality/fatality pet insurance is akin to human life insurance. The owner pays a premium each month the pet is alive, in the case of its demise the owner is reimbursed a preset sum of money. Although the mortality insurance policy doesn’t take the hurt out of losing a loved household pet it could help with any extra medical bills that are accrued at the close of your pet’s lifespan.
Basic medical health insurance generally covers veterinary surgeon expenses such as accidents, non-elective operations, hospital care, and sicknesses. One popular insurance firm extends a scheme that pays from cuts to cancer up to a thousand dollars; most pet owners employ this scheme for emergencies only. Pet possessors are advised to buy a pet healthcare insurance policy plan as early in their pet’s life as practicable. Numerous insurance firms and vets call attention to the fact that most freak accidents occur in the earlier years of a pet’s lifetime. Owners had better be mindful that most pet health insurance plans don’t cover genetic dis-orders that arise in certain breeds and a few of the costlier surgeries. Most insurance plans likewise won’t touch pre-existent conditions.
Horse owners might need to look at buying a loss of use insurance policy for their horses. A loss of use policy antes up if the horse is wounded so severely it’s no longer fit to be ridden or bred, but isn’t so seriously hurt to warrant euthanizing the beast.
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Recent advances in scientific research have supplied pet owners with the way to now save their darling family pets from wounds and diseases that would have caused the pet to be euthanized in the not so distant past.
The distressing news is that once the inconceivable occurs and a pet’s life hangs in the balance most pet possessors discover that they’re not able to afford the frequently astonishing cost of the treatments which may range from $3000-$10000 and some times even more, and are forced to euthanize their pets anyhow. It’s in these cases that pet possessors wish they had the foresight to buy a pet health insurance policy. Pet health insurance is akin to human health insurance.
Owners who buy pet health insurance do so for a diversity of reasons. They may be fascinated by the thought that they’ll be able to economise on their pet’s yearly jaunt to the veterinary surgeon or they may simply be concerned that if a life-threatening health crisis arises they will not be capable of paying for the treatment. Pet owners may choose from an assortment of plans such as pet fatality/mortality insurance, major medical insurance, and basic medical insurance (insurance policy names might alter from company to company.) A lot of pet healthcare insurance companies offer a diversity of extra riders to complement the pet healthcare insurance scheme.
Mortality/fatality pet insurance is akin to human life insurance. The owner pays a premium each month the pet is alive, in the case of its demise the owner is reimbursed a preset sum of money. Although the mortality insurance policy doesn’t take the hurt out of losing a loved household pet it could help with any extra medical bills that are accrued at the close of your pet’s lifespan.
Basic medical health insurance generally covers veterinary surgeon expenses such as accidents, non-elective operations, hospital care, and sicknesses. One popular insurance firm extends a scheme that pays from cuts to cancer up to a thousand dollars; most pet owners employ this scheme for emergencies only. Pet possessors are advised to buy a pet healthcare insurance policy plan as early in their pet’s life as practicable. Numerous insurance firms and vets call attention to the fact that most freak accidents occur in the earlier years of a pet’s lifetime. Owners had better be mindful that most pet health insurance plans don’t cover genetic dis-orders that arise in certain breeds and a few of the costlier surgeries. Most insurance plans likewise won’t touch pre-existent conditions.
Horse owners might need to look at buying a loss of use insurance policy for their horses. A loss of use policy antes up if the horse is wounded so severely it’s no longer fit to be ridden or bred, but isn’t so seriously hurt to warrant euthanizing the beast.
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