pets and animals


Dog Intestinal Worms and Other Parasites

One of the most common ailments in dogs is worm infestations. Worms are parasites that live inside the animal and cause different problems, depending on the type of worm your pet has. Generally, there are five major types of worms, roundworm, tapeworm, hookworm, whipworm and the dreaded heartworm. All of these can cause light to serious complications and should never be left untreated. First, let’s look at the different types of parasite and what they do.


What You Need to Know About Dog Breeds and Their Health Problems

Everybody wants a dog. Really-what’s not to love about them? OK, so sometimes they don’t smell so pretty-but they more than make up for that by being faithful, loving and playful. I’m sure that having a pet will make you look forward to coming home even more. While having your own dog is a great thing, keep in mind that you need to be responsible for him too. Learn more about dog breeds and their health problems that will help you when choosing the right dog for you.