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Diseases Caused by Fleas, Ticks and Other Insect Bites

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  Our beloved pets are likely to get affected by external parasites and insect bites when exposed to outdoors such as dense and wooden vegetation or indoors where fleas can reside like carpet fibers and under furniture. The transmission of pests can also occur via other pets. The tiny blood sucking parasites can do more harm to our pets than irritating the skin. If the right treatment and preventive is not given to the pet, it can result into a infection and diseases. In order to prevent parasitic diseases in dogs it’s crucial to acknowledge the different types of diseases so you can have better understanding for its treatment and prevention. Diseases spread by ticks Ticks attach themselves to passing animals and reside in vegetation. Flea allergic dermatitis and tapeworm infections are common tick-borne diseases. Moreover, Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis, Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain illnesses are also transmitted by ticks. These diseases may cause symptoms such as  fe...

Is Dog’s Food Suitable for a Cat?

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  Did your cat just take a bite from your dog’s food and you are unsure whether it is harmful to your cat? Though cats and dogs can co-exist peacefully if raised together, it may not be the best idea for them to share food. Many of the ingredients in dogs’ and cats’ food may appear similar, which might make you wonder why can’t they share food. According to experts, a cat won’t be affected if it takes a bite or two from a dog’s meal but in the long run, it will affect its health. Cats can suffer from malnutrition, indigestion, and kidney failure if they consume dogs’ food regularly. n this blog, we will find out why cats can’t eat dogs’ food, the difference between dogs’ and cats’ food, and the ideal food for cats. Why cats should not eat dogs’ food? Cats can’t have dogs’ food as they have  different dietary requirements  and their digestive systems work differently. Cats are obligate  carnivorous  and dogs are  omnivorous , due to which their dietary requi...