Dogs and cats are infected when they ingest feces with infectious eggs. It takes one to three weeks for the eggs that are passed in the feces to become infectious; however, these eggs can survive i (...)
Hookworms are a common intestinal parasite of puppies. Depending on the species, they suck blood or take bites out of the wall of the dog's small intestine, which can result in severe bleeding. (...)
Roundworm eggs and tiny young worms (larvae) live in the soil. They most commonly get into the body when a person gets them on his or her hands and then transfers them to the mouth. Some can also g (...)
You can help your dog by beginning dental maintenance early, but to keep it a pleasant experience, wait until your pup has all his adult teeth (at or around 6 months) before using a toothbrush. Her (...)
For Great Dane puppies, in particular, it is essential not to overfeed them or free feed. If you provide your puppy with too much food, they will eat too many calories and grow too quickly. This wi (...)