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Mangy pet? Help is at hand…

Mange… the dreaded skin disease that can occur in pets, causes great concern for pet owners. Once a death sentence for many pets, mange is now more easily diagnosed and treated. There are two types of mange which pet owners should know about… the most common type of mange is called demodectic mange, often referred to as read mange while the second type of mange is called sarcoptic mange in dogs or notoedric mange in cats.

Jack and Jill went up the hill…

Pet lovers everywhere will enjoy the true, modern-day and inspirational story of Jack, the adopted German Shepherd mix puppy that was rescued by Jill Rappaport, a news correspondent for the TODAY Show.

Jack & Jill is the story of a brave dog and his loving owner who battled Jack’s bone cancer and how they journeyed up the hill together.

Looking into the eyes of one horse will disclose that he is blind. His owner has chosen not to have him put down, but has made a good home for him. This alone is amazing. You may hear the sound of a bell and discover it is coming from the smaller horse in the field. Attached to her halter is a small bell.

Your challenge as the dog owner is to figure out how to best accommodate your dog’s reduced sensory capabilities. Do you need to change your environment to make sure your dog is safe? For the sight impaired dog, a baby gate over a stairway would prevent an accident. For the hearing impaired dog, many simple commands such as “sit,” “stay,” and “stop” have sign language equivalents which will be helpful for them to learn.

Canine Arthritis According to a study sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health, as many as 20% of adult dogs may suffer from arthritis… Arthritis is an affliction that many dogs suffer from, especially as they get older. According to a study sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health, as many as 20% of adult dogs may suffer from arthritis.