Blog entries http://www.westflamingo.com Fri, 18 May 2012 01:03:01 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/vegas-has-high-volume-of-pet-obesity.html Las Vegas is one of the worst cities in America for obesity in cats and dogs, according to a new report.&nbsp;<br/><p>Read the story by FOX5</p> Sat, 05 May 2012 01:19:41 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/benefits-of-boarding-your-pet.html Spring is here and the weather is beautiful. This time of year many pet owners start going out of town on vacations. While planning their great trips pet owners are faced with the decisions of taking their pet or boarding their pet while they are away. You may be worried how your pet will handle a long car ride or plane ride or staying in a hotel room. You may also not be able to find a pet friendly hotel in the area you are looking to travel to. If you begin asking yourself these questioRead More... Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:29:12 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/acupuncture-therapy-for-dogs.html <p></p><br/><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: normal;">Developed over 3000 years back in China as a holistic means of recovery from various diseases and illnesses, the therapy or healing procedure is now popularly used for pets as well. Dogs are often experience several ailments such as paralysis, allergies, pain and other skin problems and gastrointestinal issues. Acupuncture therapy can help dogs get rid of such issues in a short period of time. Many veterinarian hospiRead More... Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:01:34 +0100 Animal Hospital Las Vegas http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/parvovirus-signs-symptoms-and-treatment-.html <p></p><br/><p style="text-align: justify;">Parvovirus mainly known as&nbsp; &ldquo;Parvo&rdquo; infects dogs and can make them very ill. Fortunately there is a vaccination&nbsp; for this horrible disease for your dog. It is so important to get the proper vaccinations for your dog when they are puppies. Parvo first appreared in the late 1970&rsquo;s and many dogs have passed away from it. </p><br/><p style="text-align: justify;">Parvo virus appears in dogs in 3 different ways. The virus can show up inteRead More... Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:19:19 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/signs-and-symptoms-of-a-sick-dog.html <p></p><br/><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: normal;">Dogs always seem to be energetic and healthy but they can become sick just like humans. When your dog is feeling under the weather he can&rsquo;t tell you he isn&rsquo;t feeling so great. It is important to notice changes in behavior or symptoms that can indicate your dog is sick. It is also advised to have a great Veterinarian you can bring your dog to when he may be sick. </p><br/><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:Read More... Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:41:06 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/doctor-why-does-surgery-cost-so-darn-much.html <p>When we have surgery on our pet most of us are worried about the safety, the success, and yes even the cost of a particular procedure. &nbsp;All three of these concerns are related as a surgery done properly without complications or cutting corners will also insure the safety of our furry pets with the utmost comfort available. &nbsp;While there are low cost spay and neuter clinics that have an assembly line approach, this is not typical surgery and other than in some 3rd world countries,thisRead More... Fri, 21 Oct 2011 02:38:01 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/doctor-why-do-i-need-to-get-a-wellness-exam-for-my-pet.html <p>Traditional old style veterinary medicine &nbsp;(and even human medicine) consists of us visiting the doctor when sick or showing a symptom of something grossly wrong. We have found that by the time our beloved pets show signs of an ailment, that the illness is many times quite advanced and much more difficult and more expensive to treat. &nbsp;A more modern approach to managing out pets healthcare (and even our own) is to proactively look at each of our pets as individuals. &nbsp;We look forRead More... Fri, 21 Oct 2011 02:37:03 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/a-health-guide-for-guinea-pigs-and-their-pregnancy-stages.html <p></p><br/><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: normal;">Guinea Pigs are a popular choice for a pet in the United States. Guinea Pigs are relatively easy to care for which makes them a great option as a pet. However when your pet Guinea Pig becomes pregnant she will need some special care and attention to keep her and the babies healthy. </p><br/><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: normal;">Guinea Pig pregnancies can last with in the range of 59 to 7Read More... Fri, 14 Oct 2011 18:59:09 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/keeping-your-pets-healthy.html <p> </p><br/><p>Pets light up your home. Especially puppies, but just like children they need special attention and care. They play with you and love you and with time they become your best friend. If you want that special kind of love from a puppy and &nbsp;your dear friend to be there with you as long as possible; make sure you keep your pets healthy.</p><br/><p>There are a few things that you need to consider to ensure healthy pets. First and foremost always feed them healthy food.&nbsp; When you areRead More... Sat, 17 Sep 2011 22:01:34 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/3-common-pet-care-myths.html <p></p><br/><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: normal;">Pet care is an important aspect that you as a pet owner must diligently follow. The requirements for proper care of pets differ based on the type of animal it is. Your pet requires the same amount of care and attention from you as is required by a child. You should not forget that you are taking care of a living breathing creature which has specific needs that are quite different from humans. Even after so much care, Read More... Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:15:04 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/tips-on-how-to-take-care-of-a-dog.html <p></p><br/><p class="MsoNormal">A dog is the most common choice when it comes to choosing a pet. Since the very beginning of time dogs have proved to be a loyal and a faithful friend to man. They have also helped many protect their homes from buglers and thieves. There are many reasons why dogs should be given lots of affection and care. </p><br/><p class="MsoNormal">Pet dogs should be treated with care and affection just like any other member of&nbsp; your family. Unlike other types of domestic pets, Read More... Thu, 28 Jul 2011 13:10:59 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/know-the-way-to-add-the-years-in-yours-pets-life.html <p style="text-align: justify;">Today, pets are becoming common in most of the households. A lot of people love to tame these animals so that they can have a nice companionship. We all love our animal friends but simply loving them is not enough. Having a pet at home means responsibilities and thus a lot of requirements that you must fulfill in order to ensure your pet has good heath, long life and a good behavior.</p><br/><p style="text-align: justify;">A pet is not just an object of love or affecRead More... Tue, 05 Jul 2011 15:29:17 +0100 http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/boarding-and-care-tips-for-pets.html <br/><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 5pt 0in; line-height: normal;">There are many pet owners who spend a major part of their monthly budgets at their local pet clinics. These pet owners have to take a few simple steps to ensure their pets are healthy and free from problems.</p><br/><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 5pt 0in; line-height: normal;">Preventative care of your pets is important if you want to keep your pet healthy and reduce the medical bills of your pet. This article will concentrateRead More... Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:13:17 +0100 Pets Care http://www.westflamingo.com/blog/Welcome-to-MyBlog!.html <p>Hello,</p><br/><p>Thank you for using Blog!</p> Fri, 17 Jun 2011 05:00:00 +0100 myblog