In the Midwest, the flea life cycle (adult flea to egg to larva to pupa to adult flea) takes about 35-40 days in early spring and 17-21 days in mid-summer. They thrive on warm weather, from about 70 70 to […]
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Flea season for your furry friend Part 1
Is that itch an itch, or a flea? Ah, warm weather at last. And with the warmer weather, longer days, budding trees and shrubs, bright-colored flowers come . . . and fleas. By late spring, fleas begin to emerge from […]
Continue reading »Protecting your pet against ticks
Tick Season: Now that the weather is improving and we are spending more time outdoors, you need to think about tick protection for your pet and your family. Ticks can carry diseases, including heartworm and Lyme, and jump from one […]
Continue reading »Urinary incontinence aids for dogs
It seems that a day does not go by where we do not see ads for Depends, Tena and other adult incontinence products. But what about for dogs? The good news is that senior dogs do not have to cause […]
Continue reading »Great Crate
As we have discussed at this site, we believe that a crate is an essential part of dog training, and a way to ensure a happy and well-balanced pet. Dogs are den animals, so they love a crate. But there […]
Continue reading »Bothersome Barking?
Let’s face it, barking is a bother for you, and everyone near you. If your boy is a barker, there are a number of safe, healthy barking solutions. Citronella is good because it not only discourages barking, it is a […]
Continue reading »Dog Health: Beware of Bloat
Canine bloat, or gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), is the number-one cause of death for several large and giant breeds of dogs. It is a life-threatening disorder and if left untreated, can result in death. Bloat occurs when the stomach fills with […]
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