3 Dogs and 2 Cats

Mange is a skin condition that causes irritation on the skin followed by itching and pain.  The mange can become much worse if not treated right away.  The cause of mange is mites that burrow down into the skin.  This condition can also be passed onto other dogs or even in some cases, other cats.

As soon as you see any symptoms of mange, you should take your pet to the vet immediately.  A few symptoms that are associated with mange are red bumps in the infected area and spots of missing hair and constant itching in that area.  Just remember that during all of this your dog is experiencing pain and discomfort so don’t just wait to see if it will heal up and go away.

When it comes to keeping your pet healthy there are many things to take into consideration such as making your home pet-proof.  As we all know, our animals can and will find something to get into when you aren’t around. So first and most important, anything that can physically harm them needs to be put away far out of their reach.  Things that are harmful to our pets are the same for children like certain foods, prescriptions/medicines and electrical cords that they could possibly chew right through. 

Dogs and cats just like humans need to get regular check-ups.  It’s important to ask your veterinarian questions while you are there to make sure you aren’t missing anything.  Even if you have pets that are strictly indoor doesn’t mean they can’t get fleas.  This is something you can prevent by giving them the necessary dosage of Frontline Plus. This can prevent your dog or cat from getting heart worm which can be deadly.

What you feed your animals makes a huge impact on their health so do your research or consult with your vet to make sure they are getting a balanced nutritional diet.  There are a few human foods they absolutely must stay clear of such as: grapes, chocolate, onion, garlic and whatever is in your garbage.

Make sure your pets have a steady exercise routine to keep them active and healthy.  Take your dog on daily walks and you can play with your cat around the house with toys.  This will keep them happy and in good shape.

Spaying or neutering your pet can keep them more healthy and prolong their life too.  The easiest way to take care of getting your pet fixed is to go to your regular vet or contact an animal shelter as many of them have programs that perform a spay or neuter for a low cost.

If you’ve ever been to Central America before, its more then likely you’ve seen the wild dogs wandering freely throughout the streets. This short haired dog, a playful little fella, came running up to us out of no where as we were walking through town on Caye Caulker, Belize.

A very spunky little sucker…

For many this is a nuisance, it depends on the dog health conditions that can make or break a chance meeting with a new furry little friend. It’s sad to stumble upon a dog or puppy that is covered in ticks. When you see that kind of stuff it just makes you want to take the dog home with you to get it some help and the tlc that every dog deserves.