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Recent ‘Pet Health’ Articles

Over Weight Pets

By Alyssa • Nov 7th, 2008 • Category: Lead Story, Pet Health, Pet Videos

An overweight pet is not a healthy pet. Owners need to recognize that they are putting their pet’s health at risk by allowing that extra weight. Obesity commonly leads to diabetes, heart problems, and arthritis. An overweight pet does not age well, either. Overweight pets are more prone to hip dysplasia, back and joint pain, [...]



Purina pitches pet insurance for dogs, cats

By Matt • Jun 11th, 2008 • Category: Pet Health

ST. LOUIS (AP) - You insure your house. You insure your car. So what about your family pet?

Nestle Purina PetCare Co. said Tuesday that it will begin offering PurinaCare, the first pet health insurance under pet food maker Purina’s name. The company said two plans will be available for dogs and cats, at a time [...]



Puppy love: Pet dog nips child allergies

By admin • Apr 30th, 2008 • Category: Pet Health

PARIS (AFP) — Take a bow-wow, Fido. Scientists have found that Man’s best friend is also good for his children too, for young kids who live with a dog may get an immune-system boost against asthma and other allergies.



Tips for Giving Your Dog Medicine

By admin • Mar 25th, 2008 • Category: Pet Health

So your poor dog is ill but you’re struggling to give him his medicine ? Don’t worry, there are methods available to make administering medicine easier for you.



Dogs diet differently than humans

By admin • Mar 25th, 2008 • Category: Pet Health

Overweight dogs have long been a pet peeve of mine. According to recent statistics, being overweight has reached an all time high among the human population in this country and is now considered an epidemic. That fact transfers to our canine population as well. The thing is; it is far easier to keep your dog [...]



Some employers begin to offer health coverage for pets

By admin • Mar 19th, 2008 • Category: Lead Story, Pet Health

Article Source: KSWO
When looking for a job, choosing a company that offers the best benefits is critical. Now, many employers are adding a new perk to the mix that will help care for a members of the family not typically covered - pets.
First came medical coverage and retirement plans, then benefits like daycare and [...]



Cat Vitamins Recalled

By admin • Mar 8th, 2008 • Category: Cat News, Pet Health

The Hartz Mountain Corp. is recalling 739 bottles of Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats because the product might be contaminated with salmonella, which could infect pets and people who come into contact with the cat vitamins. No reports of illnesses have been reported, according to the Secaucus, N.J., company.



Pets Benefit Your Health

By admin • Mar 8th, 2008 • Category: Pet Health, Pet News

by Victoria M. Brown
People love having pets. They are loyal friends that have comforted people for years. But did you know that having a pet can actually benefit your health? For the past 25 years, research has shown that people that live with pets tend to be healthier than those who do not. Pets [...]



Keep Your Dog Healthy With Vaccinations

By admin • Mar 8th, 2008 • Category: Pet Health

When owning a dog, you need to be sure to keep up to date with the vaccinations for your furry friend.
Vaccinations are important to help keep your pet in the best of heath. The vaccinations for puppies and full grown dogs are a bit different but very important none the less.



Toxic Plants and Flowers

By admin • Jan 1st, 2008 • Category: Features, Pet Health

Plants can be tempting for dogs to chew on - and its surprising just how many plants can be harmful. Be sure to keep the plants listed below out of your house and garden.