Terrie Simpson

Dog Health Care Article: How To Care For a Teething Puppy

It seems that no amount of rawhide bones, nyla bones, or chewy toys you provide will keep a teething puppy from finding something to chew on that they shouldn't chew on. I thought I had learned from experience to provide an abundance of chewy items. I thought I had provided my pup with so many items that it made my nocturnal meanderings a life taking risk. Yet, my pup found, chewed and punctured... (posted by Terrie 3 years 23 days ago.)

Dog Health Care Article: What Stress Can Do To Your Dog

Stress for a pet can either be physical or emotional, just as with their human owners. Stress can be triggered by a change in the pets environment or what a pet perceives as a threat to their well-being. Health problems such as infections, injuries, injuries from fights and changes in the amount of exercise can cause stress. Boarding in unfamiliar places, breeding, whelping, performing in shows... (posted by Terrie 3 years 43 days ago.)

Dog Health Care Article: The Importance Of De Worming Your Dog On A Regular Basis

I'm a new mother again. My daughter just gave me an early Christmas present, a puppy. So over the course of the next few articles we will touch on puppy care. Christmas, Easter, Valentines, Mother's Day, and Father's Day usually bring an increase to a few families. No doubt there may be a few other families needing some pointers in the near future. Owners of newly... (posted by Terrie 3 years 121 days ago.)

Dog Health Care Article: What To Do If Your Dog Has Skin Problems

Under all that copious fur there is skin. Skin that is susceptible to a myriad of diseases and afflictions just as we humans are. The difference being that in humans we can readily see a health problem. In a dog, skin health problems are not readily apparent until the dog gives us an indication. Usually, the indications are excessive licking and scratching. In general we humans tend to... (posted by Terrie 3 years 142 days ago.)

Dog Health Care Article: How To Avoid A Dog Ear Infection Or Other Canine Ear Problems

Regular examination of your dogs ears should be another integral part of your grooming routine. Your examination should not only be checking for dirt, excessive wax, offensive odors, but also for tears and swellings. There are three main parts to a dogs ears: the outer flap (the pinna), the ear canal, and the middle or inner ear. The pinna can either be pendulous... (posted by Terrie 3 years 160 days ago.)

Dog Health Care Article: How To Care For Your Dog's Feet And Save On Vet Bills Down The Line

Even though it may be an obvious fact, dogs have four feet. These four feet have no protection. As the caregivers for our companions, we need to take special care of our pets feet to ensure their pads do not become overcalloused or tender. Be careful not to overexercise your pet, ensuring that they do not get blisters or split pads. Exercise should start... (posted by Terrie 3 years 170 days ago.)