Living with Canine Epilepsy

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurologic diseases in dogs, but no one knows for certain what causes it or how common it is.

If your dog has been diagnosed with epilepsy;
1. See your veterinarian regularly
2. Ask your vet about appropriate diet for your dog
3. Keep a record of the dates seizures occur and how long they last
4. Never change or discontinue medications without consulting your vet
5. Discuss family activities that include your dog with your vet. For example, if you engage in
water sports you might be asked to consider using a canine life vest to avoid the drowning of
your dog during a seizure.
6. Consider a Pet Healthcare Plan. Pet health insurance can provide some peace of mind for
many owners. Visit http://www.akcphp.com for more information about the range of AKC
Pet Healthcare Plans.

Don't allow epilepsy to prevent you from enjoying your dog. Have fun and concentrate on the times your furry friend is happy and doing well.


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Don't Let Holiday Festivities Harm Your Dog

The upcoming holidays can pose health dangers for our dogs. Each year, thousands of pets become seriously injured or ill during the holiday season. Pets can become very ill from items such as table butter, meat and candy. These foods can result in gastrointestinal upsets and pancreatitis, a painful and sometimes fatal condition. Symptoms include depression, vomiting, abdominal pain or lack of appetite. During the Thanksgiving holiday prevention is the key.
Place high risk foods out of reach. Don't feed your dog lots of table scraps full of high fat content.
Do not let them chew on the turkey bones.
In the hustle and bustle of the day, remember your pet's regular feeding and exercise schedule and be certain to give them lots of love!!

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A few Quotes To Ponder For Fun!

Dogs are the most amazing creatures;they give UNCONDITIONAL LOVE. For me they are the role model for being alive....Gilda Radner

Dogs are....wonderful. Truly to know them is an experience that transcends--a way to understand the joyfulness of living and devotions...Gary Paulsen

The love between dog and man is idyllic. It knows no conflicts, no hair-raising scenes.....Milan Kundera

Check back for some upcoming information about Keeping Your Pets Safe Over The Thanksgiving Holiday!

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Poisoning Accidents-Are you Prepared?

Our pets can be curious animals and we need to be sure we protect them from poisons. You may already know this, but just a reminder that Chocolate, Onions, Coffee Grounds and Bread Dough can be fatal to dogs when ingested. Our homes, garages and gardens contain many chemical items, common household plants and landscaping items that can also be toxic to our pets.

Some more common poisons are:
Acetaminophen , Furniture Polish
Boric Acid , Gasoline
Cleaning Fluid , Hair colorings
Deodorants, Ibuprophen
Detergents, Weed Killers
Disinfectants, Insecticides
Drain Cleaners

So, be sure and keep these items away from your pets!

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