Tag: garlic
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Fleas/Ticks/Heartworms: The Details You Never Wanted To Know, But Should.
The Flea Life Cycle Fleas live an average of 6-24 months. The adults will lay 40-50 eggs on their animal host per day, which ultimately fall off into the environment and hatch larva in 2-12 days. Flea larvae can molt, pupate, and become adults in 10-200 days. This life cycle is why your veterinary staff…
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The Garlic Controversy: Are They As Dangerous As Onions?
It’s a common myth that dogs and cats can’t have garlic. This is another topic where the internet is full of misinformation. The assumption is that since garlic is part of the onion family, that they are also toxic. This then prompts panicked pet owners to call the veterinary hospital thinking they’ve just poisoned their…