Whenever I bring my laptop out, Maggie is always interested in what I am doing.  She always snuggles up beside me and watches every move I make.  She has really gotten out of her chewing phase but when we first got her she really wanted to chew on everything - shoes, towels, the KVM switch on my computer - you name it, she wanted to chew on it.  Our solution was to buy her a rawhide bone, and plenty of toys so she wasn’t tempted to chew on things that were not hers.

We also made sure we kept all of our things way out of her reach.  Dogs have a natural tendency to chew - it’s one of their instincts.  As responsible owners, we need to make sure we have toys available for our dogs to chew on that will not be destructive to our stuff.  If your dog begins chewing on things that aren’t appropriate make sure you have toys she is able to chew on.

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I am looking for a diet pill review of this product that was approved by the FDA in 2007.  If you or someone you know have given this to your dog, please send an email to: dsheffler@petstrong.com I want to get as much information out there about this product.  Did it work for you?  Were there any side effects?

I know some pet owners may be turning to this as a miracle pill to help their overweight dogs, but I just don’t know enough about the product to fully inform my readers.  Any opinions, reviews, or information you have on this drug would be greatly appreciated!  I tried searching online and couldn’t find too much information besides the fact that it was approved in 2007 - since then it seems nothing has been written on the subject.  I look forward to your comments.

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Most of you are probably reading the title and thinking “Really?  Cats can get acne?”

The truth is cats can be victims of acne just as much as humans are.  The causes of feline acne are the same as causes in humans: stress, food, and contact allergies.  Plastic food dishes are suspected of having the worst influence  on feline acne as they are a collector of dirt and germs which can easily pass into tiny nicks or scratches on your cat’s chin.

The acne will start as oily black plugs and can graduate to red, infected bumps.  The treatments for this condition can vary, so it’s best to check with your veterinarian to find the best acne medication to use on your cat.

Has your cat been a victim of feline acne?  Leave your comments below on what you did to cure your cat as well as any steps you have taken to prevent acne from developing in your cat.

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Pets, like most people are known for packing on the pounds in the winter time.  With snow on the ground here in Missouri, it’s hard to get Maggie to play outside for extended periods of time (even though she wears her sweater).  She still goes on her regular walks - once in the morning and once at night, but they are not for the same amount of distance as in the spring.  It can be hard to keep up with a regular routine with your pets because some of them may not want to go outside at all - but it is very important to try to maintain regular exercise for your pets.

Humans are able to take weight loss pills to help them shed extra pounds - but our pets do not have that same luxury.  A variety of health problems can arise if your pet is overweight, so it’s important to give your pet as much exercise as possible in these winter months.

What tips do you have for exercising your pets in the cold weather?  Leave your comments below!

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It’s been three years since diet pills have been approved by the FDA for consumption by dogs.  Have any of you tried this pill on your overweight dogs?  Maggie has been getting a little pudgy this winter, but I really think that’s because she doesn’t have the opportunity to go outside and play as much as she does in the summer time.

Don’t get me wrong, she can still get plenty playful inside, but she mostly just likes to lay around and take naps during the day.  In the winter, it can be incredibly hard to get your dog to go outside and play - unless you have dogs that are well adapted to the winter temperatures.  Maggie is pretty much a wuss when it comes to being outside when it’s cold.  She can stay out there for a little while, but then she is completely ready to come inside and snuggle under a blanket.

If you’ve had an experience with the doggie diet pill, please leave your comments below.

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