The greatest proven method to select a veterinarian is to visit 1 and then decide for oneself the conditions. A prior appointment should be taken and also the staff ought to be informed prior to bringing the pet along. Just a little bit of info can be also taken on the phone about the profile of the veterinarian.The owner can even ask to talk with the veterinarian directly, and if he is busy doing a surgery, a message can be left to contact back....more
What do you do with a constantly barking dog?Not your dog, but a neighbor's.And not one dog, but seven dogs owned between three different neighbors on different sides of your property, so that there's nowhere you can retreat to in your home to escape the barking.You might take to wearing earmuffs, which is exactly what one man did.The question of what to do about barking dogs arises not just because it's a common issue in people's...more
If you own a pet, you may be wondering if you should consider buying pet insurance. The fact is that veterinary medicine is no less complicated than it is for humans. Without a plan to pay for medical care, you will be looking at paying the full cost of these expenses personally. Pet owners who are faced with a large vet bill and who are unable to pay this amount may be forced to consider having their beloved pet put down. Companion animals really become a part of our families and deciding to have one of them put down is heartbreaking at the best of times. The decision is even more difficult if you consider that the situation could be avoided if insurance protection was put in place beforehand.Not only are pet insurance plans available for dogs and cats, but people who own birds or exotic pets can get coverage. Before making a decision to buy a particular plan, a potential customer should consider the different coverage options available. Choosing an insurance company to protect one's furry, feathery or scaly friends is a similar process to the one involved in buying any other type of financial protection.An important consideration is whether the company is a...more
With so many toy dogs to choose from, how do you know which one is best for you? If it's looks alone that attract you, then a bulldog stuffed animal should rank high on your list. With its short legs, compact body, and signature massive head with extra skin falling in folds on its skull and forehead, a bulldog stuffed animal, is just...more
Dogs love to explore their environment with their mouths and this can sometimes get them into trouble. Due to their innate curiosity and indiscriminate eating habits, dogs can get things stuck in their mouths and throats. When a foreign object becomes lodged in a dog's airway, this becomes an emergency situation that must be dealt...more
Health insurance doesn't have to be about a full, comprehensive policy. Sometimes, a policy that covers the possibility of an accident or major surgery is all that we really need. With catastrophic insurance coverage you can get this important coverage without the high premiums sometimes associated with regular health insurance policies.Catastrophic insurance plans (also called major medical plans) do not cover any expenses related to preventative care, minor wound care, or any kind of health monitoring service. Instead, they cover some of the expenses associated with major, catastrophic illnesses and accidents. If you are sent to emergency room, it is likely that much of that expense will be covered by your catastrophic policy. Other expenses covered include hospital expenses like room, board and incidentals, surgical expenses, and physician expenses.Like any insurance policy, catastrophic plans have limits and deductibles. You will be required to pay the deductible amount out of pocket, then the insurance company will step in and pay their portion of your expenses, up to the limit.Because the insurable incidents covered by catastrophic plans are so limited, the premiums tend to...more
With the stress laden lifestyle that most of us lead, most of us end up having no time for friends or indulging in social activities. After long hours job, if you have someone who will enthusiastically greet you on your home coming is surly your pet....more
For every pet owner it is something really hard to decide whether to euthanize his dog or not. This is simply a hard decision to make for everyone who loves his pet so much. But it is a matter of common experience that out of ten...more
When it comes to pet insurance, there are a lot of gray areas. This is where the myths vs the facts come about. People often make up what they don't understand. The only way to be certain is to take matters into your own hands by doing some research...more
DOG – the man's best friend. They are very useful. They can provide security and assistance. And most of all they can show you love and care. But in order for you to acquire these special things that these dogs can give, you need to...more
If you recycle, buy organic and use biodegradable products for you and your family, shouldn't your pet "go green" as well? Pets can reduce just as much carbon as us. Familiarize yourself with the following ways to go green with your...more
Dogs go beyond one's standard definition of a pet. It is a friend one can always count on when things go wrong and no one seems to care. There's more to taking care of a dog than feeding it and making it part of your family. It is also important to...more