Our pet’s dirty teeth can affect more than just their mouth. They can have a significant effect on their overall health. When the teeth get dirty, plaque and tartar build up on the teeth (dark stuff you see on the teeth), and they are covered in bacteria. The gums are fragile from the infection and bleed, allowing the bacteria to constantly enter the blood stream.
In our 4-part series, we will explore vaccinations available for horses, cattle, dogs, and cats. Spring is an excellent time to vaccinate horses against a number of core diseases.
Springtime means many things: warmer temperatures, sprouting plants--and increased flea and tick activity. According to the American Kennel Club, the most active season for fleas and ticks in eastern Montana and western North Dakota is April through November.
Heartworms are deadly parasites spread by mosquitoes that live in the heart and the blood vessels of the lungs in dogs as well as cats, ferrets, and other wildlife. Prevention is the best course of action. Cases without treatment in dogs almost always prove fatal, and there is no course of treatment available for cats.