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Poodle: Health Issues

Pets Team 14 years ago
Like all dogs, the Poodle is also subject to various health issues. The following list is by no means conclusive, as research is still ongoing. The Poodle comes in three varieties – the Toy, Miniature and Standard. Each of these varieties are susceptible to different diseases. Below is a general list of health issues affecting Poodles.

Potential Risks for Indoor Cats

Pets Team 14 years ago
A large percentage of cat owners in Singapore keep indoor cats, but are they truly contented being indoors? Problems may arise if you’re not prepared to put in the time and effort with your indoor cat.

Dog Whiskers 101

Pets Team 14 years ago
Have you never wondered what your dogs whiskers were for? Perhaps you thought their only function was to frame your puppy’s adorable face. But that’s not all, your dog’s whiskers serve an important function.

How Your Indoor Cat Can Enjoy the Sun

Pets Team 14 years ago
Cats are sun worshippers and can spend hours napping in the sun – why should we deny them this luxury? Help your indoor cat enjoy the (endless) summer sunshine here in Singapore with the following tips.

Canine Influenza

Pets Team 14 years ago
Canine Influenza otherwise known as dog flu is a new disease threatening dogs.

Making End of Life Decisions for Pets

Pets Team 14 years ago
As pet owners, we’ve all been faced with, or will eventually face, the agony of making end-of-life decisions for our pets. Sometimes it’s because of an illness, other times it may be due to the natural aging process, but whatever it is, it never makes the decision any easier to make.

Hot Spots: Acute Moist Dermatitis

Pets Team 14 years ago
A hot spot is a warm, painful, swollen patch of skin 1 to 4 inches (2.5 to 10 cm) across that exudes pus and gives off a foul odor. Hair in the area is lost rapidly. The infection progresses when the dog licks and chews the site. These circular patches appear suddenly and enlarge quickly, often within a matter of hours.

How Much Water Should My Dog Drink?

Pets Team 14 years ago
A dog’s body consists of around 70% water and requires sufficient water to maintain a proper level of body fluids. Dogs lose a great deal of water daily through urination, respiration, and evaporation, a relatively small amount of losses can result in serious health problems, so it is very important that an adequate water supply be available at all times.

How to Calculate Your Dog’s Age

Pets Team 14 years ago
It’s common knowledge that dogs age faster than people. But the conventional wisdom that one dog year equals seven human years is an oversimplified view of how old your dog is in human years. Although a dog’s age averages out this way, there is quite a bit of variation. For example, dogs mature more quickly than children in the first couple of years. So the first year of a dog’s life is equal to about 15 human years, rather than seven.

Dehydration in Dogs

Pets Team 14 years ago
Dehydration occurs when fluid levels drop to less than normal. This is due to either reduced water intake or increased fluid loss. Fluid loss can be due to overheating in hot weather or a bout of vomiting or diarrhea, especially in puppies.

How Much Water Should My Cat Drink?

Pets Team 14 years ago
Water is essential for helping the kidneys flush out toxics from the blood. Water also helps keep other organ tissues hydrated and healthy. Dehydration in cats is dangerous, and if not treated, can lead to death.

How Much Water Should My Guinea Pig Drink?

Pets Team 14 years ago
To be on the safe side, you should always leave a bowl of fresh water for your guinea pig throughout the day. It really depends on the individual pig but a basic observation of whether your guinea pig drinks alot, a little or none will be very useful. That way you will be able to notice if there is a change in habits.

Dental Care for Dogs

Pets Team 14 years ago
Caring for your dog includes caring for his or her teeth. Dogs may resist having their teeth brushed, but it will be something they will grow to enjoy and eventually thank you for.

How Much Water Should My Rabbit Drink?

Pets Team 14 years ago
The importance of adequate water intake cannot be overstated. A rabbit who does not drink sufficient water will gradually begin to suffer desiccation of the intestinal contents. Skin tenting, a common method used by veterinarians to gauge the state of hydration in many animals, is not a good gauge of hydration in rabbits.