Dog Resource Library
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Please see our SPAY & NEUTER section for more information and low/no-cost spay-neuter resources.
Please click on the blue links below for more information: Full Resource Library from Best Friends Animal Society Full Resource Library for Dogs by Best Friends Animal Society How to choose a dog Welcoming Home a New Dog Prevent Problems from Day One. Introducing Dogs to Each Other Introducing a Cat and a Dog Preventing your Dog from Chasing the Cat What Dogs Need to Be Happy Keeping Your Dog Safe & Sound Cold Weather Care For Dogs Pets' Dental Health Reference guide for Dog Foster Care Volunteers Finding a New Home for a Pet Finding A New Home For A Pit Bull Terrier Type Dog How to Find Homes for Homeless Pets Getting a Service or Therapy Dog to Help with Autism DOG HEALTH
Common Illnesses in Dogs Ringworm Information from the Koret Shelter Medicine Program Ringworm is a fungus related to athlete’s foot; it’s not actually a worm. Signs & Symptoms: Irregularly shaped areas of fur loss; the skin of the areas will usually appear rough and scaly Treatment: Veterinary care, including an injection and/or topical treatment Transmission: Very contagious to other dogs, cats and people, but usually requires direct contact with the infected animal Ringworm Treatment in a Nutshell |
Rescued Pit Bull Mix, Stella. Photo copyrighted.
The Truths & Myths about Pit Bulls & Staffordshire Terriers
You may be very surprised when you strip away the myths. Fear vs Fact Regarding Pit Bull Dogs The show strain is labeled the American Staffordshire, while the non-show dog strain is labeled the American Pit Bull Terrier, and they now recognized as separate breeds. Today the American Pit Bull Terrier is being bred with the same gentle qualities as the American Staffordshire Terrier. Both breeds make wonderful pets with the right kind of owner. Here are some informative links regarding Pit Bulls... http://bestfriends.org/Pit-Bulls/ www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanpitbull.htm www.dogbreedinfo.com/americanstaffordshire.htm www.realpitbull.com/myths.html www.pitbulllovers.com/american-pit-bull-terrier-myths.html Posters - test your skills |