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As with most families we have had many pets that became like family to us. We have had hamsters, gerbils, guineas, rabbits, birds, ponies and even a monkey. The monkey was a mistake and did not stay long – too messy and more unruly than a two-year old!
I'll never forget the time we watched the youngest boy carrying a large black mutt home claiming it "followed him" LOL. No pets have been with us consistently through the years as have our dogs and cats. Of course the main reason for this is that they live the longest, but also because they are just the most loveable!
Every pet owner wants their pets happy and healthy, and a huge part of achieving this is by knowing your pet's nutritional requirements. Whether you have a dog or cat, take care to give them the best food to sustain their health.
There are many dog and cat nutritional products available from local pet stores and online. Pet foods are different for dogs and cats, but in both there should be enough protein, vitamins, healthy fats and minerals that these pets require every day.
Purchase pet food that is specific to cats and dogs, since these animals have different ways of processing nutrients in the body. For example, the essential vitamin B, amino acids like L-arginine and other nutrients are acquainted in a different ways for both cats and dogs. Generally, dogs are able to break down vitamins and amino acids more readily than cats, and pet food manufacturers take this into account.
Another aspect of maintaining your pet's health is by finding the right medication should your pet fall ill. Vet visits are usually expensive and the medications they sell are quite expensive. You can save up to three or four times the price of vet costs by purchasing cheap online pet treatments that are just as effective. Take care to buy your online pet drugs from verified sites recommended by veterinarians.
There is a strong connection between spring and fleas and ticks picked up by pets and brought into the household and family illness. Although fleas and ticks are small insects, they can cause lots of problems not only for your dog or cat but also for the whole family. A flea infestation can cause your pet to lose blood gradually, and also get skin problems, diarrhea and weakness. Ticks are even more problematic because of the risk of transmitting Lyme disease to both pets and humans.
Lyme disease is a very serious problem in humans and can cause:
Flu-like symptoms. Fever, chills, fatigue, body aches and a headache may accompany a rash.
Migratory joint pain. If the infection is not appreciated, you may develop bouts of severe joint pain and swelling several weeks to months after you're infected.
Neurological problems. In some cases, inflammation of the membranes surrounding your brain (meningitis), temporary paralysis of one side of your face (Bell's palsy), numbness or weakness in your limbs, and impaired muscle movement may occur weeks, months or even years after an untreated infection.
Other signs and symptoms. Some people may experience heart problems – such as an irregular heartbeat – several weeks after infection. Eye infection, hepatitis and severe fatigue are possible as well.
Some things to do to keep ticks off of your pets are to keep them clean and well-groomed. This however can only do so much, the best way to avoid this is to treat them twice a yearly. Protect your whole family, pets included by maintaining hygiene and excellent health with proper nutrition and regular flea and tick treatment.
I hope this short article how our family has saved money and added value to our dog and cats nutritional intake by buying online and how you can too. Also the dangers of flea and tick dangers for your whole family! Please follow the link below for more information on pet nutrition and cheap pet medicines!
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Source by Karen Anton Lauren
