February 2008
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Bassett Hounds: Top 5 Tips for Oral Care
When was the last time you thought about your Bassett Hounds teeth? Did you know that the number one health problem diagnosed in dogs is oral disease, making it even more important that you provide your Bassett Hounds with good dental care. February has been officially established as National Pet Dental Health Month by the American Veterinary Dental College and the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry...
January 2008
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Bassett Hounds: Their Diseases and Disorders
Although Bassett Hounds are quite wonderful dogs in many unique ways, it is not uncommon for them to have health related problems as any other animal might. There is a full range of things that can happen as a result of environment, heredity and diet (video). I recently read a blog post with a list of the three most common problems that can incur. Here is that list:1.) Intervertebral Disk...
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Bassett Hounds Get Cold Too
I read an article that mentioned guidelines for proper protection for your dog, in my case, Bassett Hounds, if they have to be outside during the winter. I think it was good enough to pass on this important quote. The article was not specifically about this but the quote is here: When temperatures drop below freezing, even a fur coat cannot protect pets from frostbite and hypothermia…...