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When picking the right vitamin make sure to read the labels and keep these key tips in mind.
Say “No” to fillers. Pick an all-natural vitamin supplement that does not contain fillers or artificial ingredients. Make sure your vitamin contains Vitamin A to fight free radicals. B complex for strong immune system improved liver function, red blood cell production, healthy vision, antibody production, and gorgeous skin & coat. Vitamin C helps your dog build a strong immune system. If you have a senior dog, make sure the vitamin contains glucosamine, chrondriton and Omega fatty acids. These added nutrients have their benefits and help to build strong bones, rebuild cartilage, while maintaining a healthy skin and shiny coat. PawLux.com is a leading provider of all natural and eco-friendly products for dogs. Feel free to read our blog at http://www.pawluxury.blogspot.com or follow our popular Twitter feed at www.twitter.com/pawluxury. |
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Yes, yes, we all know dogs can’t eat chocolate. But picture this scenario: Dressed-up children lugging bags of candy snack on chocolate bars while trick-or-treating. Naturally, some of the candy drops and the children reach into the bags for a replacement. Nobody cleans up the dropped candy because nobody would pick up dirty candy off the ground. Right? Nobody but a dog, that is.
Dog walkers, please be watchful the week following Halloween. While dogs are never allowed chocolate, they are mysteriously drawn to it and some doggies can spot and swallow a chocolate bar wrapper, dirt and all, in seconds. Helen Fazio and her dog Raja are world travelers. Click here to visit their blog, and click here to follow them on Twitter. |
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Although “Cash for Clunkers” has hit the road, pet people everywhere are still picking out their new wheels. Naturally, their pet’s safety and comfort are top priority. But the research is overwhelming. Does the new ride offer a pet restraint system? Check. Tri-climate control? Check. Fold-flat rear seats? Check. Treat holders? Check.
Fortunately, Edmunds.com and the pet-travel safety group, Bark Buckle Up narrow down the selection with their Top 10 Pet-Safe Vehicles for 2009. Look what made the list (in alphabetical order): Dodge Journey, Ford Flex, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Tucson, Jeep Liberty, Kia Borrego, Mazda 5, Mitsubishi Outlander, Subaru Tribeca, Volvo XC70. Get your paws on them and get rolling! Read more about the Top 10 here. Woof Report is a free weekday email newsletter with pup-perfect dog care tips, news, products & more! Sign up at www.woofreport.com or become a Facebook Fan. |
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Dog people across the country may finally get definitive answers to the one question they hear everyday at the dog park – “cute dog, what kind is it?” Thanks to a handful of new DNA testing programs, you just may even be able to answer it, or at the least learn what breeds dominate your dog’s family tree. But with up to four competing DNA companies who promise to analyze doggie cheek cell swabs or blood samples, how do you choose which test is most accurate?
That’s where Paula Szuchman and The Wall Street Journal come in. Szuchman had her pup’s DNA tested with four popular dog DNA services. See her full article on the topic here, as well as her helpful chart on how the tests compare. Woof Report is a free weekday email newsletter with pup-perfect dog care tips, news, products & more! Sign up at www.woofreport.com or become a Facebook Fan. |
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Just like you and your dog, plants need food & nutrients to live and grow. Although your neighbor’s lawn may be greener, the question is… Is it safer?
Certain fertilizers can pose as a threat to your pets digestive tracts, health and cause death. So fight the yard and lawn wars the all natural and eco-friendly way by using your lemons, egg shells, and banana as the secret ingredient to your fertilizer. Composting your kitchen waste will reduce your costs and needs for chemical fertilizers while providing hearty nutrients and protecting your pets. PawLux.com is a leading provider of all natural and eco-friendly products for dogs. Feel free to read our blog at www.pawluxury.blogspot.com or follow our popular Twitter feed at www.twitter.com/pawluxury. |
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Does your dog seem to have an extra sensitive stomach? Often times a dose of acidophilus can help – humans take it all the time, too!
Acidophilus is a probiotic often found in yogurt that aids in digestion: it puts the good bacteria in your system! Check with your vet to see if giving your buddy this supplement will help that sensitive stomach. |
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Well, we can add chewing gum to the multitude of things we need to keep away from our dogs. Besides being a nuisance when he doesn’t keep his mouth closed, chewing gum can be also be harmful to your dog. When my eighty pound AmStaff downed a pack the other day, I jumped online to www.justanswer.com to find out the consequences. Turns out sugared gum isn’t too bad and may just cause a bad tummy ache. However, the Xylitol in sugarless gum can be toxic, and can cause liver failure.
So, if there’s a trail of gum wrappers down the hall or your dog is unexpectedly blowing bubbles, get him to a vet right away. |
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Some veterinary clinics also do pet rescue, which overburdens staff already tasked with caring for patients. When there isn’t a no-kill shelter in the area or the shelter is full, most vets do their best to care for and find homes for abandoned pets. Having a volunteer come in to spend time with rescue animals, especially on weekends, allows the doctor and their staff to concentrate on getting their patients well while the volunteer deals with the rescue pets. Veterinary schools and hospitals often face the same quandary and would welcome volunteers to help care for pets abandoned at their facility. You get to spend time with dogs and make a difference in the lives of homeless pets. |
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Antibiotics are often prescribed to deal with all forms of infection or illness. They keep bad bacteria from building in the dog’s system, or kill off any bacteria that may be causing a problem.
But our dogs need some bacteria to remain healthy. In order to ensure that the good bacteria is not depleted by a dose of antibiotics, it is a good idea to administer a probiotic to your dog after a round of antibiotics. It won’t do any good to give probiotics at the same time as antibiotics, but once the antibiotics are completed, probiotics should be given for roughly the same length of time that the antibiotics were prescribed. It is possible to purchase dog-specific probiotics, but human quality probiotics will work as well. Always discuss use of pet medications with your vet before you make any decisions as to treatment. |
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Ever since we were children, we have been taught to always buckle up when in the car. The same rules should apply to our pets as well. Dogs can be seriously injured in car accidents, and even quick stops or sharp turns can put Scruffy in danger. Utilizing dog-specific car seats or seat belts can keep your precious pup in place if you ever have the misfortune of being in an accident. A hard-sided plastic crate also serves as protection during accidents and keeps your dog confined in a safe place in the car. Car seats, seat belts, and crates also make sure that Scruffy stays put in the car and prevents him from serving as a distraction to the driver. Never allow your dog to sit on your lap while you are driving a vehicle! |