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You go to clean the cat box, or pick up after your dog and find a terrible mess instead of the usual firm stool. Your dog or cat is producing stools that are soft, mucus filled or maybe even bloody or liquid instead of the usual easy to clean up type poop. What could be going on? Normally mucus is a sign of intestinal irritation. Much like when your nose runs due to allergies or a cold virus, the intestinal tract will produce mucus...
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We've starting a new feature, online jigsaws from Jig Zone. A great way to waste some time online. Onto the puzzle....
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The FDA has expanded its recall of metronidazole injection to include certain intravenous metronidazole, ondansetron and ciprofloxacin products manufactured by Claris.  certain intravenous metronidazole, ondansetron and ciprofloxacin products manufactured by Claris. These products are sold under the following labels: Claris, Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Pfizer and West-Ward Pharmaceuticals. Metronidazole (Flagyl) and ciprofloxacin are antimicrobials, and ondansetron is an anti-emetic. Although labeled for human use, these drugs can be used in animals. Please make sure that your vet is aware of this recall.
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There you are innocently giving your dog a tummy rub when you see red spots on that wiggling belly! What on earth could these spots be? There are a number of possibilities and I’ll list some common ones here. Those spots might be from ringworm which you can read about here: http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_ringworm.html Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin and can be passed back and forth between animals and between animals and humans. Anti fungal medications can work to clear this infection up...
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Alpo has an online book called Real Dogs Eat Meat.  It is a compendium of all the wonderful and not-so-wonderful things that make dogs – well, dogs. These are the winning essays submitted in a contest Alpo held last year. A few examples: “Going au-natural has its advantages – it’s easier to play in the dirt when you are not wearing anything.“  Sasha A chart on Milking Your Next Walk for Everything It’s Worth. “I don’t go out for a walk. I go out...
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We’ve tried to keep politics out of this site, but an issue has come up that concerns everyone.  For some reason, the N.H. Legislature has decided to change how the state’s very successful low cost spay/neuter fund is administered.  Since its inception, the program has been administered by the NH Dept of Agriculture who have the trust and confidence of both the veterinarians and the dog owners who pay for the program.  Now, the Legislature is proposing that administration of the program be put...
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NH Pets Online is a volunteer project and, unfortunately, sometimes real life gets in the way of keeping it updated.  That is the case now.  Our web master is co-chairing her breed’s national specialty and will be unable to keep the site updated until it is over. See You May 20th.
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Variable Reward Training to keep training interesting for the dog Mostly today trainers talk about using food lures and rewards for putting in behaviors and perfecting them. This method works pretty well if you know how to use it correctly but there is often a bit of info left out on how to keep your dog interested in the rewards you are handing out. Picture you are being trained to do something and as a reward you get a piece of dry cereal. Stop...
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Many pet owners turn to online pharmacies and other sources for their pet medicines and flea products. While many online stores are reputable, there are some that are questionable.  To help you in your search, the FDA has a web page and a pdf  booklet to help you pick a reputable source for your pet’s medicines.  Some of their warning signs to look for are: Site does not require veterinary prescriptions for prescription drug orders. Site has no licensed pharmacist available to answer questions....
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April means it is time to get your dog licenses. Dogs 4 months old or over must be licensed on or before April 30.  Dog licenses are available from your town clerk.  In order to get a dog license, you must bring proof that your dog’s rabies vaccination is current. FEES If the dog has been neutered or spayed, a certificate must be furnished (if licensing for the first time).  New Hampshire has a sliding scale of dog license fees with puppies under 7...
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