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Natural Remedies for Asthma Attacks
Asthma is one of the most common respiratory diseases. When suffering an asthma attack the patient becomes breathless but at other times are completely normal. The word asthma is of greek origin, meaning panting or short drawn breath. Read
By: John Thompson | 04/05/2008 | Alternative Medicine
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Diabetes Treatment for Your Dog
Dog diabetes can become a serious disease if not diagnosed and treated early. Complications at a later time can include nerve damage as well as blindness. A veterinarian can prescribe medications that can stabalize the disease and help your dog live a more normal life. Injections are one method of treatment, or a course of tablets depending on the seriousness of the disease. Read
By: John Thompson | 12/04/2008 | Pets
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Treating Kennel Cough in Dogs
Canine infectious tracheobronchitis is more commonly known as kennel cough, and it is a highly contagious disease of a dog's respiratory tract. Although not a serious disease in itself, canine kennel cough should be attended to immediately as this can at times lead to severe pneumonia as well as canine distemper, both of which can prove fatal to your dog. Read
By: John Thompson | 03/03/2008 | Pets
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Cleaning Dog Anal Glands
Dog anal glands are found just below and either side of the anus. Dog's use the anal glands for marking their territory and leaving their unique smell. Read
By: John Thompson | 03/03/2008 | Pets
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Uti in Dogs
UTI in dogs, can cause serious problems if it's not diagnosed and treated early. Bacteria, mainly e-coli, can travel up the urethra of the infected dog and pass into the kidneys where untold damage can be caused, sometimes resulting in death. Read
By: John Thompson | 03/03/2008 | Pets
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Prostate Problems in Dogs
Many illnesses and diseases that affect us humans can sometimes also be a danger to the health of our pets. One of the most common is prostate problems in dogs. Read
By: John Thompson | 03/03/2008 | Pets
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Electronic Dog Training Collars - the Case Against
Lets say right away that we are totally against this form of dog training equipment. The risks of using an electronic dog training collar far outweighs the benefits and With proper training and patience owners can usually achieve much better results without using an electronic dog training collar. Read
By: John Thompson | 03/03/2008 | Pets
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Dog Training - Training Your Dog not to Bite
Training your dog not to bite is a critical part of any dog training program, as according to the center for disease control, dogs bite more than 4.7 million people each year, resulting in massive medical bills, law suits and the inevitable outcome of having to put your dog down. Read
By: John Thompson | 03/03/2008 | Pets
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Dog Training Lessons - Finding a Trainer
Dog training takes energy, patience, and dedication and some people don't have the time or inclination to do it themselves. What you're looking for is a well trained, well adjusted dog and a happy owner. Finding professional dog training lessons is the answer, but understand that you will have to be involved sometimes, after all it is your dog, and it's you he needs to interact with. Read
By: John Thompson | 03/03/2008 | Pets
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How to Start a Career in Dog Training
Starting a career in dog training can be a lot of fun. If you are one of those people who genuinely love dogs, a career in dog training is definitely something that you should consider. Read
By: John Thompson | 03/03/2008 | Pets