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Feb 28, 2009
Pet Food Preservatives
Artificial preservatives or atificial antioxidants in dog food Artificial preservatives helps to keep ingredients stable longer and give a longer shelf life than natural antioxidants. However, dog owners have had concerns over the safety of artificial preservatives in dog food. The most controversial of these has been ethoxyquin, which has been approved for use in animal feeds for over 30 years. It is... read more
Feb 28, 2009
Dogs with ear problem
Symptoms of dogs with ear problem The symptoms of your dog having ear problems are head shaking and ear scratching. Violet head shaking, often caused by a foreign object in the ear canal, may rupture a blood vessel and cause the ear flap to swell as it fills with blood. Some breeds, such as retrievers are prone to this condition called haematoma. If your dog is shaking his head more than usual, probably... read more
Feb 28, 2009
Dog Changed in Weight
Weight Loss in dogs If your pet is eating its usual amount of food but is losing weight, that’s a signal that something may be wrong. Since it can be difficult to judge an animal’s weight visually, it’s good to weight your pet once a month and keep records. A loss of one pound in a cat or small dog or two to three pounds in larger dog is reason to consult your veterinarian. Weight gain in... read more
Feb 28, 2009
Constipation and blood in stool
Vomiting Viral disease, intestinal obstructions caused by hair balls, tumors or strings, or even kidney and liver disease can all cause vomiting. However, something simple such as an abrupt change in diet can cause vomiting too. Vomiting can be very debilitating and can quickly lead to fluid imbalances. Call your vet if your pet vomits more than twice a day. Diarrhea The most common cause of diarrhea is a... read more
Feb 28, 2009
Dogs with Urinating Problem
Symptoms, effect and causes of urinating disorders Symptoms Uncontrolled passing of urine (incontinence), dribbling, or refusal to urinate. Causes Overly full bladder, nervous disorder after herniated disc, scarring and other tissue abnormalities, behavioral problems, weakness of the sphincter muscles in stressful situations. Incontinence is most often seen in older dogs, especially in spayed... read more
