Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease worldwide that affects pets, especially dogs. Dogs, being the most natural host for heartworms (full name Dirofilaria immitis), can have hundreds of worms reproducing inside their body once infected, eventually clogging
The Latest "Scoop"
Find everything you wanted to know (or perhaps didn't want to know) about your pet's poop. Learn the science, the history and some helpful tips related to the bathroom habits of your beloved dogs and cats.
To crate train or not to crate train
Dog crates have been used by pet owners as far back as the 1930’s, mostly used as a transportation vessel for animals on steamships, railroads, and airplanes. It wasn’t until decades later that the dog crate was used as a
How to make buyers think you never had pets in your home
Okay, so by law, you might have to disclose the fact that you do own pets, but that doesn’t mean you have to remind a potential buyer every time they enter your home. There are so many red flags that
Why cats pee outside the litter box – Medical vs. Behavioral
If your cat has begun to urinate outside the litter box, the first thing you would want to do is determine whether this is stemming from a behavioral issue or a lurking medical condition. You may be able to speculate
Considering purchasing a pet waste station for your property?
Brief overview of a pet waste station What exactly is it? A pet waste station is a convenient and affordable solution to dog pollution. This standalone unit, once placed on your property, serves as a reminder for your residents or
“Everything you don’t want to know about dog waste” – Free seminar
Free Seminar – Open to the public Complimentary food & giveaways! This event has already occurred. Date:December 1st 2015 Time:7:00pm – 8:00pm R.S.V.P. through Facebook(limited seats available) *humans only please Location: Town & Country Square, Suit “K” 175 Weaverville Rd
The Lifecycle of Intestinal Parasites
We know dogs get them, but do we really know what they do to our pet’s body and how to avoid futures incidences? Let’s take a closer look at the lifecycle of intestinal parasites. How it works: The most common
10 Bizarre Campaigns Pushing People to Pick Up Dog Poop
It’s a widespread problem across the globe. Cities are increasing the number of pet waste stations and raising fines, but it is still a growing issue. Let’s take a look at a few desperate places that came up with some…creative…
Dog Waste Causes Blindness in Humans
Toxocariasis is an illness found in humans that occurs when they are infected with parasitic roundworms, originating from either the fecal matter of dogs and foxes (Toxocara canis), or cats (Toxocara cati). Although most people might display symptoms similar to
Top 10 Reasons Why People Don’t Pick Up Dog Poop
We often view someone who doesn’t pick up after their dog to be a rude, inconsiderate, and perhaps lazy person who can’t be bothered. Surprisingly, it is estimated that a mind-blowing 40% of American dog walkers don’t pick up after