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18.08.10

How much water should my dog drink?

Posted by Charmaine in Online Articles

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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.

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16.08.10

How to calculate your dog’s age

Posted by Charmaine in Online Articles

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.

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13.08.10

Exclusive Interview with Paul McCutcheon, author of “The New Holistic Way for Dogs & Cats”

Posted by April Zara in Online Articles

PETS Magazine caught up with Paul McCutcheon during his recent visit to Singapore.

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13.08.10

Dehydration in Dogs

Posted by Charmaine in Online Articles

What Causes Dehydration in Dogs?

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.

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11.08.10

How much water should my cat drink?

Posted by Charmaine in Online Articles

Answers adapted from here.

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. Cats in kidney failure – either acute or chronic, often require extra fluids given either intravenously or by subcutaneous drip. The latter therapy is often carried out at home and is relatively easy to learn and perform. With most cats, the improvement after these treatments is significant and visable.

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06.08.10

Exclusive Interview with The Dog Expert® Sheryl Matthys, author of “Leashes and Lovers”

Posted by April Zara in Online Articles

The Dog Expert shares her experiences, lessons in life, inspirations, and shares some tips on how to create better relationships.

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