Public Health Articles
Nov 6, 2024 - Dogs certainly love their walks and regular activity helps them maintain a healthy weight and lowers risk of... Full story 
Oct 11, 2024 - So, you knew your dog loves to spend time with you, and now you understand the science behind why that is too. It also then naturally follows... Full story
Sep 25, 2024 - A dog’s sense of smell is said to be up to 10 million times more sensitive than a human’s. Your pets, too, can benefit from the creation of a multisensory environment where... Full story
May 29, 2024 - Every dog has a unique personality and set of needs that, when met, can significantly enhance their quality of life. As a responsible and caring dog owner, you can... Full story
Jan 31, 2013 - Chocolate And Your Pet Full story
May 12, 2012 - Scoop Poop Video Full story
Nov 21, 2010 - The 5 most commonly used holiday decorative plants and the problems they pose to pets . . . Full story
May 7, 2008 - An estimated 4.7 million people in the United States are bitten by dogs each year. Dog-bite injuries are a serious problem in our country, but they're a problem we can solve. Full story
May 6, 2008 - Giardia is transmitted from host to host by ingesting cysts in contaminated feed or drinking water. Giardia can infect humans. Full story
May 6, 2008 - Whipworms are intestinal parasites which are about 1/4 inch (6 mm) long. Whipworms are not infectious to people; they are parasites of the dog. Full story
May 5, 2008 - Tapeworms are not highly pathogenic (harmful) to your dog. They may cause debilitation and weight loss when they occur in large numbers. Full story
May 4, 2008 - The most important aspect of hookworms is that they could pose a health hazard to humans. Especially if you have children, it is imperative to keep on top of the situation and have your pet regularly tested. Full story
May 3, 2008 - Canine heartworm disease occurs all over the world. The disease is spreading and is now found in most regions of the United States and Canada, particularly where mosquitoes are prevalent. Full story
May 2, 2008 - Although the risk to humans is slight, roundworm is a major health concern. Full story
May 1, 2008 - Dog Waste is not the predominant or most toxic pollutant in urban streams, but it is one of many small sources of pollution that can cumulatively have a big impact if left unmanaged. Full story
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