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They
say "we are what we eat," and if that statement
is true for us, it is also true for our pets. We
need to understand the benefits of feeding our pets a natural,
healthy, well-balanced diet. Holistic and
natural foods offer our pets all of the nutritional components
which are necessary for healthy bodies. We need to look
towards the natural needs of our dogs and cats. The secret
of correct feeding is to give our pets a balanced natural
and healthy diet.
Just
remember...A Healthy, Natural Diet will add years to your
pet's life!
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We
must not forget other important needs to keep our dogs and
cats healthy. These needs include pet
medications, pet supplies,
natural flea repellents,
dog anxiety medications, natural
cat products, dog diabetic
medications and many more. You will find all of this accessible
to you on our site. And please don't forget our free
advice for the care of your pets.
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Parvovirus – A Very Realistic
Threat To Your Dogs Health
Parvovirus was first identified in 1977 and can infect dogs of all ages, but
usually strikes young unvaccinated puppies under the age of 6 weeks. Most puppies
acquire temporary parvo-destroying antibodies by ingesting them through their
mother’s first milk, (colostrums). Puppies should be vaccinated starting at 6 to 9 weeks of age, and then every three weeks until they reach
16 weeks. Afterwards, yearly boosters are recommended.
Veterinarians can now test for the presence of parvovirus in their own clinics. Symptoms include loss of appetite, persistent vomiting, and profuse, odiferous diarrhea, often streaked with blood. In dogs, the lining of the intestines, lymph nodes, and bone marrow are the main target areas for Parvo. In puppies less than 6 weeks of age, the virus can infect heart cells, causing irreparable damage to the heart.
Certain breeds seem more prone to Parvo, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, and German Shepherds, but scientists do not know why. Parvo is highly contagious, and is spread by oral contact with infected feces. Keep your dog away from other dogs with unknown vaccination status, and from areas where such dogs congregate.
If you board your dog, make sure that the owner/instructor requires proof of vaccination for all their customers. Do not take you unvaccinated or unprotected puppy to pet stores or parks until it is fully protected. Prevent your dog from coming in contact with feces, and always observe good hygiene at home. You can disinfect daily with a 1 to 30 ratio of chlorine bleach to water mixture. Parvo is much less common than it was 20 years ago but we still cannot completely eliminate the risk completely.
Remember, if you have further questions about Parvovirus or any other health issue, or if you think your dog has symptoms of a serious illness, be sure to contact your veterinarian at once. Your veterinarian can explain and break down and explain any issue and or questions you may have.
About the Author: Randy Jones and his partner Brent Jones have been in the pet industry for a long time. Recently they formed Joncopets.com. On the site, customers can shop for the latest dog collars, dog clothes, pet supplies and more. Check it out at http://www.joncopets.com
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Keeping our pets healthy
is what it's all about!
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