Healthy fish require a well-kept aquarium. And it's going to take more than just fish food, proper lighting, and temperature management to fully care for a pet fish. Here are some essential items that every fish owner should buy and use.
Special Supplements
Like all living creatures, fish require a certain amount of vitamins and minerals to truly thrive. Of course, you can't just pop a few of your daily supplements into the aquarium, you need to purchase a supplemental product that slowly releases various vitamins and minerals into the water. Necessary nutrients include calcium, iodine, folic acid, and manganese. Check
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Knowing Your Pet Bird’s Health
by Anna P. October 7th, 2010 | Birds, Veterinarians
At first glance, it seems the caring for a bird is an easy task. But the reality is that birds are extremely delicate creatures, so they require a lot of care and gentle handling. The size and complexity of a bird's anatomy means that the average pet bird is susceptible to various illnesses including cancer and infections. While there is no way to fully prevent your pet bird from contracting such illnesses, there are means of prevention. A good starter plan would include a healthy diet, water, and exercise to maintain good health and stave off illness. You should
Red Flags for Online Pet Pharmacies
by Jane Wangersky September 15th, 2010 | Veterinarians
It's not just humans who get the "opportunity" to take questionable drugs bought online. There are many sites out there selling medications for pets, and if you deal with one of them you'll have to be cautious. Some have been known to sell expired medicine or stuff that's not medicine at all.
The Food and Drug Administration has some advice for would-be buyers at online pet pharmacies. Among other things, it lists the following red flags:
Selling prescription drugs without seeing a prescription. This is illegal -- and filling out a questionnaire online can't take the place of a vet visit.
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The Food and Drug Administration has some advice for would-be buyers at online pet pharmacies. Among other things, it lists the following red flags:
Selling prescription drugs without seeing a prescription. This is illegal -- and filling out a questionnaire online can't take the place of a vet visit.
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Pets and Heartworm
by Anna P. July 23rd, 2010 | Cats, Dogs, Veterinarians
Heartworms are a serious threat to all pets and all it takes is one infected mosquito to transfer the disease to your dog or cat via a bite. Heartworm infection is a common health issue that affects dozens of mammals including ferrets, foxes, various wild animals, and on rare occasion, humans.
It starts when one mosquito (carrying heartworm larvae) bites an animal and transmits the parasites inside the bloodstream. Over a period of 2 or 3 months the larvae grows and eventually release more microfilariae, also know as the offspring. The parasites contribute nothing but take up space in the
It starts when one mosquito (carrying heartworm larvae) bites an animal and transmits the parasites inside the bloodstream. Over a period of 2 or 3 months the larvae grows and eventually release more microfilariae, also know as the offspring. The parasites contribute nothing but take up space in the
Review: The Doctor’s Book of Home Remedies for Dogs and Cats
by Jane Wangersky July 21st, 2010 | Books, Cats, Dogs, Veterinarians
This is one of the handiest pet owners' references I've seen yet. Why?
- It lives up to its title and then some. The "remedies" are not only for medical problems, but for issues like boredom, fears, and the habit of jumping up on you when you come home.
- At 400 pages, it covers the essentials without being thick enough to discourage you.
- The introduction includes a vaccination chart, a list of safe and unsafe medications, and tips on everything from choosing your pet to pet-proofing the house.
- Topics are listed alphabetically, from acne to wounds, making them quick and easy to find.
- Plenty
