Tag Archives | Health Pets

Is Cannabis For Canines?

May 8, 2013

(ANIMAL SCIENCE) California veterinarian Dr. Doug Kramer is among a small number of experts who believe THC can help canines cope with painful conditions when other treatments do not work. During an interview with Vice, he told the magazine that some dogs do not respond to pain killers, antidepressants, and anti-anxiety medicine, and marijuana can be an alternative option for pet guardians. Continue reading for more on this pro-pot doctor and the effects cannabis can have on your canine. — Global Animal

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5 Reasons Pets Are Good For Your Health

April 28, 2013

(LIFE WITH PETS) Research shows that living with pets provides health benefits. Read five ways that your cat, dog, and other furry, feathered or finned friend helps keep the doctor away. Read on to learn how pets have been proven to do everything from lowering blood pressure to helping you get a date. – Global Animal

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Caring For Older Pets

April 27, 2013

(PET CARE) Although we never want to see our pets get older, acknowledging our pet’s rising age will allow us to share many more loving memories with our beloved animal friends. Regular vet checkups, though detested by our pets, need to be scheduled. We can also ease our pets into old age by simply having fun with them and making sure we provide them with the best accommodations. Our pet’s age is nothing to fear as long as we schedule an extra vet appointment and make sure our pet remains active. Read further on how to keep your pet healthy. — Global Animal

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Barking Up The Wrong Tree: Everyday Pet Dangers

January 10, 2013

(PET CARE) By being lax on preventative care or unknowingly exposing your pet to toxins, you could be shortening their lifespan without even knowing it. But this can be easily prevented, and being informed is the first step. In the article below, learn more about preventative measures such as pet vaccination, providing your pet with a balanced diet, potential pet allergies, as well as tending to your pet’s emotional health. — Global Animal

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Finding The Right Insurance For Your Pet

November 26, 2012

(PET INSURANCE) As it turns out, finding health insurance for yourself is relatively similar to finding insurance for your pet, with pre-existing conditions and the effects of aging making the process much more difficult. And while veterinary costs are on the rise, it is becoming more important to make sure your pet is insured. Read on for more guidelines on how to find the right insurance for your pet and your pocketbook. — Global Animal

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Energizing Exercises With Your Dogs

October 25, 2012

(PET CARE) Not only can introducing your dog to different forms of exercise help minimize their risk of joint pain later in life, but it can also help him/her get the most out of their active doggy lifestyles. Read on for more information and check out these great new ideas for exercising with your pet. — Global Animal

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Do Pets Belong In The Bedroom?

October 25, 2012

(LIFE WITH PETS) According to research, 53 percent of dog guardians consider their dog to be a member of the family, and 56 percent admitted to sleeping with their dog. And while some research has proven pets to be beneficial to their guardian’s health, studies over the past year have shown that bringing dogs or cats into the bedroom can actually be dangerous to one’s health. Read on to learn more and decide whether or not your pet should sleep in bed with you. — Global Animal

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A Dog’s Grace Finds Hope In Tragedy

October 23, 2012

(TOUCHING TALE) NEW YORK — This week, a New York Times story of a pregnant woman and her ill dog, Gracie, pulled at American’s heartstrings and reminded us why dogs are man’s best friend. After Gracie became critically sick, needing $4,000 in surgery, the woman and her husband were faced with a very difficult decision. And in a sad twist of fate, the woman was forced to deal with yet another tragedy. Ultimately, her poodle puppy underwent a successful surgery and healed alongside her grieving guardians. Read the story to see how this couple coped with the challenges of life with the help of their loyal dog. — Global Animal

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