About Pets: Your Pet's Health Check

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Pets From Christina Donnelly, your About Pets Editor Every January, many of us resolve to be healthier in the New Year; but what about your pets' health? It's so incredibly important to keep your pets' health in check—because what pet owner doesn't want their furry family members to live long, happy and healthy lives? Heartworm in Dogs Heartworm is common in dogs, but it's very easy to prevent—as long as dog parents make sure to buy and administer the proper heartworm medication. Whether you're new to dog ownership or just need a little reminder, I recommend taking a few minutes to read about heartworm prevention and treatment. It could save Fido's life! Signs of Heartworm in Dogs Heartworm Treatments for Dogs Heartworm in Puppies Search Related Topics:  heartworm disease in dogs and cats  mosquito disease control  heartworm prevention Horse Joint Health It's no surprise that horses often suffer from joint pain or arthritis, and it's almost unavoidable as a horse ages. But with the correct information on causes, symptoms and treatment, you can provide the proper care to your arthritic horse. Hind Leg Problems in Horses What is the Hock Joint? Basic Horse Care to Prevent Injury Search Related Topics:  horse care  horse soundness  horse diseases Avoiding Veterinary Parasites Essentially every kind of pet can be affected by parasites—and many of them can be passed on to pet owners, too. Learn about the different parasites that can affect your pets—from pooches, to cats, to aquarium fishies—so you know which signs and symptoms to keep on your radar. Common Parasites in Dogs How Giardia Can Affect Humans and Pets Diagnosing Parasites in Fish Spay or Neuter Your Cat Not only does spaying or neutering your cat prevent overpopulation, but it can keep your feline friend healthy, too. Neutered male cats are far less likely to fight or develop "stud tail" and spayed female cats have decreased risks of mammary, ovarian and uterine cancer. Not sure where to start? We've got tons of information on why, how and when to spay or neuter. Should You Spay or Neuter Early? Signs Your Cat is in Heat Is Your Cat Pregnant? Here are the Signs Search Related Topics:  why spay and neuter  urine marking  feline estrus cycle Related Searches Pet Spaying Pet Spay Spay a Dog Pet Injury Spaying Your Dog Featured Articles Finding the Right Dog for Your Family How Cats Show Love Does Your Horse Need a Blanket? Why is my Dog Gassy? 8 Bedding Options for Snakes Cute Names for Your Pet Fish   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Pets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Advertisement