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I love videos!

A great short, easy to follow reference! ^

If you would like more in depth information this video has a bit more scientific reference, illustrations and diagrams :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbV1W0r_i7s This Dr. does an excellent job at describing the risks associated with Heartworm/dewormers on our Aussie friends.

Remember ALL medications that get ingested, are processed through the body, ALL Flea/Tick/Heartworm Monthly Medications are poison (this is not meant to spread "Fear" it's just their job to target neuro-receptors on fleas/ticks/worms) - All of these meds are "PREVENTATIVES" some are worth the risk, but you should weigh the risk/benefit for each of your individual home-life situations. Leash walks, in a small yard, in a city with no wildlife? I would choose to NOT use preventatives but have one or two on hand for those times when you head to the cottage or somewhere with more wild life. You ca…

Hello everyone,

As some of you know I recently lost Lois to canine anal gland cancer. A fast spreading, aggressive type of cancer called Adenocarcinoma. It spread so fast, and Lois hid it well, I didn't catch it in time. It's not a very common type of canine cancer, but in the future, I do plan to be over cautious and have all of my dogs anal glands checked regularly, at Vet appointments, and grooming sessions. I have gathered a lot of screen shots and things that I would like to remember should anything like cancer pop up again for myself, and of course for you all. I hope to always be a support to you all through things like this, and though my journey with Lois was short, I think I accumulated a good amount of knowledge and with cancer such as hers time is of the essence. Please,…

Hello Families!

I've been talking with one of our new puppy owners about umbilical hernias and I felt like I should make a quick post on the topic.

None of the hernias that any of the puppies have had have made me concerned, I think maybe there was one in my first litter, that we discussed was on the larger side (it might have been Rowdy, Lyndsay, if I'm remembering correctly).

If any puppy is born with a large enough hernia to be concerning, I would have it corrected prior to going to it's forever family. Vets will offer to fix any "normal" hernia at the time of spay/neuter, usually at a nominal fee depending on your clinic($100 to $200) if you feel it is worth the added cost to repair it, then by all means, it is added peace of mind for you, and can really only be seen…