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Tick Season – How to Protect Your Pet? . Ticks are small arachnids whose bites can be life-threatening for your pet, as they transmit many diseases such as babesiosis, Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and tick-borne encephalitis. Treating these conditions is very difficult, so instead of treating – prevent! See how to protect your pet during tick season. . How Long Does Tick Season Last? . "Tick season" is often mentioned in the summer, but this does not mean that these small arachnids are only active during the hottest months. Tick season depends on the surrounding temperature, with ticks becoming active at...

Dog Intelligence - How Much Does Your Dog Understand You? The bond that can develop between a dog and its owner can be so strong that the owner begins to wonder if the dog is truly guided solely by instinct and not by reasoning. How do dogs perceive the world, how do they communicate with humans, and are their responses merely learned, trained behaviors? Do Dogs Understand Our Words? When you give the command "sit," your dog eagerly sits down, waiting for the next signal from you or a reward for completing the task. When you extend your hand to...

Separation Anxiety - How to Help Your Dog? Does your dog scratch at the door when you leave him alone at home? Maybe he howls and barks when he sees you leaving without him, or chews on your shoes in your absence? As a social and pack animal, a dog definitely feels more comfortable in the company of people he is attached to. For this reason, he never feels fully comfortable when he has to stay alone for a few hours. However, there is a difference between natural discomfort and a mental issue that makes it difficult for the dog...

How to Handle an Aggressive Dog? Aggressive dog behavior is often a huge challenge for owners of unruly pets. Dealing with a dog with an uncontrollable temperament, who shows aggression towards people and animals, requires a great deal of commitment from both sides in building a healthy relationship and controlling dangerous behaviors, which must be eliminated for the sake of the dog and society. Does dog aggression have anything to do with breed? What to do with an aggressive dog and where to seek help? Aggressive Dogs - Breeds Prone to Aggressive Behavior. Is an aggressive dog born that way?...

Vaccination Schedule for Your Canine Friend. From the very first days of your dog's life, there is a long list of diseases that can threaten them. Protecting your pet from dangers, including contracting often very troublesome, debilitating, and even deadly diseases, is one of your primary responsibilities. Which vaccinations for your dog and when are mandatory, and which are optional? Before Vaccination - What to Prepare? The first visit to the vet is not yet the time to vaccinate your puppy. When scheduling your first appointment, remember that it may take longer than usual. Your dog will need a thorough...