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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — More than 75% of all American homes have computers and this is both a blessing and a curse. For dog owners, the internet provides vast amounts of information on many subjects. The information, however, is virtually unregulated and its quality ranges from excellent to...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — With over 74.8 million pet dogs in the US and an average of only 16 fatalities from dog bite attacks per year, your dog is not likely to be the dirty one in a fatal crime. But the fact that dog bites are among the top ten causes for emergency room visits tells us it’s...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Any dog can bite: big or small, male or female, young or old. Even the cuddliest, fuzziest, sweetest pet can bite if provoked. Remember, it is not a dog’s breed that determines whether it will bite, but rather the dog's individual history and behavior.
From nips to full...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Hair loss in your pet is never normal and can take detective work to determine the cause.
With dogs, shedding happens. It’s a fact. Environmental factors like temperature, nutrition, and stress can also affect canine coat loss.
But while some loose hair occurs routinely...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Heat stroke is a term commonly used for hyperthermia or elevated body temperature. Generally speaking, if a pet's body temperature exceeds 103°F (39.4°C), it is considered abnormal or hyperthermic. Body temperatures above 106°F (41°F) without previous signs of illness...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Stuff that poisons our cats and dogs are commonly found around the home.
CHOCOLATE
Chocolate is readily available in most homes and found in candies, baked goods, and many other treats. The chemical of concern is theobromine.
Unsweetened, baker’s chocolate, and 100%...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Recent advances in veterinary medical science have resulted in an increase in vaccines available for dogs. Improvements are continuously being made in vaccine safety and effectiveness. Veterinarians routinely recommend certain vaccines for all dogs (called core vaccines...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The World Veterinary Association and Health For Animals launched World Animal Vaccination Day in 2016 to educate people on being responsible for their animals, whether they are companion animals or livestock. It is observed by the veterinary profession to emphasize that...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Rabies is a rapidly progressing virus that causes death and is almost always spread by an animal bite — but can also be spread when a rabid animal’s saliva gets directly into the eyes, nose, mouth, or broken skin. The primary sources of human infection worldwide are...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Not many dogs go through life without an injury. The world is full of things that can harm your dog, on purpose or by accident. Practice prevention and preparation.
Any injury should be assessed by a veterinarian as soon as possible but all injuries need First Aid. ...