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What are some things that may be poisonous to my pet that are around the house?
There are a number of items around your house that can harm your pet. Here are a few examples:
- Household Items: Cold and flu medicine, detergents, fabric softeners, household cleaners, liquid potpourri and Human vitamins to name a few.
- Common Plants: Aloe, Bamboo, Bird of Paradise, Easter Lily, Eucalyptus, Lily of the Valley, and Tulips to name a few.
If you think your pet may have been exposed to anything poisonous immediately contact Animal Poison Control at 1-888-426-4435.
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Can my dog really get "Toad Poisoning"?
Yes, and it could be deadly if untreated. If you suspect a toad has poisoned you dog, you should immediately irrigate your dog's mouth with water from a hose, rinsing the mouth out completely, then call your veterinarian.
The signs you would see in your dog occur immediately after exposure to the toad's secretion. You may see profuse salivation, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, shaking of the head, restlessness, and incoordination. If you look in your dog's mouth, you will usually notice that the gums appear to be fiery red in color. The dog may soon progress into seizures and, if not treated, may die from ingestion of the toxin.
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What age can cats and dogs get spayed and neutered?
Cats and Dogs can get spayed (females) or neutered(males) as early as 4 months of age. It is beneficial in many ways. Cats and dogs who have been sterilized experience a 98% reduction in certain types of cancer and infections.
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Yes, and it could be deadly if untreated. If you suspect a toad has poisoned you dog, you should immediately irrigate your dog's mouth with water from a hose, rinsing the mouth out completely, then call your veterinarian.
The signs you would see in your dog occur immediately after exposure to the toad's secretion. You may see profuse salivation, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, shaking of the head, restlessness, and incoordination. If you look in your dog's mouth, you will usually notice that the gums appear to be fiery red in color. The dog may soon progress into seizures and, if not treated, may die from ingestion of the toxin.
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What age can cats and dogs get spayed and neutered?
Cats and Dogs can get spayed (females) or neutered(males) as early as 4 months of age. It is beneficial in many ways. Cats and dogs who have been sterilized experience a 98% reduction in certain types of cancer and infections.
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When should my puppy start his vaccinations?
Both puppies and kittens should start their vaccine series at 6 weeks of age, they continue with vaccines every 3-4 weeks until they are approximately 16 weeks of age, at that point they receive their last set of booster vaccinations and they also receive their rabies vaccine.
They will then come back each year from that point to get their annual physical and yearly vaccinations .
They should get their first Heartworm test at 6 months old and be kept on a Heartworm Prevention. They need an annual heartworm test with a negative result to get a prescription for a heartworm prevention.
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What can I do so my dog's breath doesn't smell?
Most of the time a dog's breath smells because of dental disease, which left untreated can lead to other serious health issues. This is also true for cats. The best thing to do is brush your pet's teeth as often as you can, preferably once a day. Use only toothpaste that is formulated for pets. DO NOT USE HUMAN TOOTHPASTE. There are other products to help with tarter build-up if you aren't able to brush the teeth everyday. A couple of products we recommend are C.E.T Chews and Oxyfresh Oral Solution.
You should have your pet get an oral exam at least once a year to determine if dental disease is present.
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How long is a dog pregnant for?
Gestation (length of pregnancy) in the bitch (female dog) or queen (female cat) is anywhere from 58-65 days. 63 days is average.
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Can my dog have an x-ray to determine how many puppies she is going to have?
Yes, She has to be at 45-50 days into her pregnancy for the x-rays to determine the approximate number of puppies she is going to have.
This is also the length of time for feline pregnancy.
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Pet Nutrition Myths vs. Facts
Both puppies and kittens should start their vaccine series at 6 weeks of age, they continue with vaccines every 3-4 weeks until they are approximately 16 weeks of age, at that point they receive their last set of booster vaccinations and they also receive their rabies vaccine.
They will then come back each year from that point to get their annual physical and yearly vaccinations .
They should get their first Heartworm test at 6 months old and be kept on a Heartworm Prevention. They need an annual heartworm test with a negative result to get a prescription for a heartworm prevention.
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What can I do so my dog's breath doesn't smell?
Most of the time a dog's breath smells because of dental disease, which left untreated can lead to other serious health issues. This is also true for cats. The best thing to do is brush your pet's teeth as often as you can, preferably once a day. Use only toothpaste that is formulated for pets. DO NOT USE HUMAN TOOTHPASTE. There are other products to help with tarter build-up if you aren't able to brush the teeth everyday. A couple of products we recommend are C.E.T Chews and Oxyfresh Oral Solution.
You should have your pet get an oral exam at least once a year to determine if dental disease is present.
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How long is a dog pregnant for?
Gestation (length of pregnancy) in the bitch (female dog) or queen (female cat) is anywhere from 58-65 days. 63 days is average.
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Can my dog have an x-ray to determine how many puppies she is going to have?
Yes, She has to be at 45-50 days into her pregnancy for the x-rays to determine the approximate number of puppies she is going to have.
This is also the length of time for feline pregnancy.
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Pet Nutrition Myths vs. Facts