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Acupuncture is an ancient procedure used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for the treatment of whole-body conditions. It is the application of small-gauge needles to various points on the body for the purpose of eliciting physiological responses in the treatment of many diseases or conditions, but especially for relieving pain. Its origins are uncertain, but research has uncovered a primitive …
That ‘Potty Dance’ aka Backward Scratching – why Dogs kick their feet after pooping. Have you ever wondered why your dog kicks and scratches at the grass after he poops? Often referred to as the ‘potty dance’, its actually quite humorous to watch, although it can damage beautiful lawns depending upon the strength of your canines kicks and scratches. Kicking …
Clean ears are essential to your dog’s health and well-being. Dirty ears are a breeding ground for bacteria and yeast, which can trigger painful infections. Ear problems often go hand in hand with environmental or food-based allergies and sensitivities, and dogs who are prone to itchy skin and hot spots frequently suffer with ear issues as well. As with many …
Weird Dog Facts You May Not Know 1) Bed time circling isn’t just for fun Does your dog go a little crazy just before bed, running around in circles before settling down? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not ‘just for fun’ or that he or she is letting off steam before sleep – it’s actually a ritual that goes back thousands …
Atrophy In Dogs Canines that experience atrophy (muscle wasting) are most often showing symptoms of a larger problem. Atrophy is a symptom of many different canine diseases and should be taken very seriously. If dogs are showing any symptoms of muscle wasting it is best to get them to a veterinarian for a more thorough examination. Degenerative myelopathy is a …
As embarrassing as it may be to us, more often than not its natural behaviour for our canine friends. Here’s a bit of a low-down on what our dogs sometimes do (usually at the most inappropriate times) and why. Crotch-Sniffing – Dogs like to sniff each other’s bottoms, but it’s different when they nose up to someone’s crotch! Dogs can …
Chronic mange can be debilitating to an animal. It can cause depression, lethargy, anaemia and hair loss. Mange is a skin infection caused by tiny parasites (mites). There are two types – Demodectic and Sarcoptic, the later being highly contagious. The most common form is demodectic mange – which is caused by a microscopic mite that lives in hair follicles. …
Dogs and cats may not seem the most compatible of species, although you probably know of at least one animal-loving household with both pets. Relationship problems between family animals are often presented to behaviour consultants. But more often people put up with their cats hiding in the basement or some other area of the house because they’re scared of the …
The four main symptoms of uncomplicated diabetes mellitus are increased thirst, increased urination, weight loss and increased appetite. Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) is a disease of the pancreas. This is a small but vital organ located near the stomach. It has two significant populations of cells. One group of cells produces the enzymes necessary for proper digestion. The other group, …
