How to Select a Vet What type of experience ar you looking for? A small practice of one or two vets will give a more personal experience for you and your dog. A larger practice will be a little more impersonal, in that you may see different vets from visit to visit, but they may […]
Dog Flu, Who Knew?
Dog flu, who knew? Dog flu or H3N8 is a relatively new strain of influenza. This virus is a mutated strain of an equine influenza virus. Dogs can only catch the flu from other dogs. It is typically transmitted by dogs coughing or sneezing on each other. Humans cannot catch the flu from dogs; it […]
Dog First Aid Kit
Your Dog First Aid Kit should include these items: Gauze, sterile pads, and vet wrap – a self clinging elastic wrap – all can be used to wrap a wound prior to going to the vet. Scissors. Styptic pencil or powder to stop a nail from bleeding when it’s been cut too close (I prefer […]
Dog Allergy News
Today I have some dog allergy news to share. During a recent visit to my (fabulous) vet regarding Winston’s ears he shared a bit of his wisdom that I thought was worth passing along to our Doodle families. I knew the dark brownish muck in Winston’s ear is caused by an allergy; I’ve always assumed […]
Common Toxins for Doodles
This list of common toxic foods and substances was found on the Poison Control website. Toxic Household items First, think of what is toxic to a dog is the same as a child. If you wouldn’t want your child to eat it then keep it out of reach of your dog. Additional items that are […]
Before Shots are Finished
Before shots are finished there are a few precautions you need to follow to make sure your puppy stays healthy. Due to outbreaks of highly contagious and dangerous diseases, it is strongly recommended that you do NOT allow your pet to come in contact with other animals and that you do NOT expose your pet […]
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