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A successful road trip with a cat begins long before the day of travel. Teach your cat that the carrier is a great, everyday place to hang out. Take your cat's medical documents with you and be sure your cat wears identification during travel. Take a small supply of the litter your cat's used to and bring along water from home. Consult your veterinarian to create the best travel plan for your cat if she does not travel well.
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A successful road trip with a dog begins long before the day of travel. If you have a small dog, teach him that his carrier is a great, everyday place to hang out. For larger dogs, there are several well-designed doggy seat belts for restraint in the back seat. Take your dog's medical documents with you and be sure your dog wears identification during travel. Consult your veterinarian to create the best travel plan for your dog if he does not travel well.
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The Rottweiler is protective, but well-bred representatives are loving companions with a noble head, swaggering gait and the general air of a champion.
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Roundworms are the most common gastrointestinal worm found in dogs and can also be transmitted to people. They are of most concern to puppies when present in large numbers, causing stunted growth, a pot-bellied appearance, and recurrent diarrhea. Diagnostic testing, treatment, and preventive measures are explained in this handout.
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Routine fecal examinations are used to detect intestinal parasites in your dog. This handout discusses how the tests are done and why regular testing is critical to the health of your pet.
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Dogs can be great running partners. They are always available, they have energy to burn, and they aren't in a bad mood from a stressful day at work. Plus, approximately 50% of American dogs are overweight and need to work off a few calories.
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Confident, fearless, and incredibly devoted, Russells have become a very popular companion. They love to chase, explore and dig, and need outlets for these natural behaviors.
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Do you have medications stored in the bathroom cabinet, kitchen drawer, and pantry shelf? Are random bottles haphazardly tossed into the “pharmacy”? Medications are meant to help us and our pets, but they can do more harm than good if stored or administered incorrectly. You can protect your family and pets by safely handling and disposing of medications.
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Calm and placid, the Saint Bernard does not take up as much room in a house or apartment as a much smaller but more active dog.
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A true canine athlete, the Saluki needs a place to run safely every day, with fencing at least five feet high, since they are terrific jumpers and can easily escape. Clean and catlike, the breed fastidiously licks his paws – a habit that endears him to people who keep a spotless home – and is known for his independence.
