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04-27-2007, 11:09 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: levittown,ny
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| preventative health measures to protect from diseases hi, ive been reading a lot about Yorkies as I'll be getting one in the near future. It seems like the best way to prevent them from getting fleas/ticks and internal worms,etc is not to allow them in unknown outdoor areas and from unknown dogs. Thats my biggest concern. Is doing this the best preventative course of action....along with fleas medication and vaccinations?? Thanks... |
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04-27-2007, 04:21 PM | #2 |
Princess Poop A Lot Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado
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| Wow, this is great that you are studying and reading before you get your little one..wonderful. This is a great place to start and the internet is full of all kinds of great information so enjoy your studying. In regards to worms your little one could come to you with worms and your vet will be able to check this out for you. You cannot assume that your little one will always be safe even in your own backyard as fleas are everywhere. Again your vet can recommend a good topical application to keep fleas and ticks away. There is so much to learn but you are on the right path and I hope you continue to learn as much as you can.
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04-27-2007, 05:14 PM | #3 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: levittown,ny
Posts: 14
| hi, thanks for your response...ive read 8 different books, online here, seeing dog shows next month and contacted an YTCA breeder who will answer my questions... a good start |
04-27-2007, 05:15 PM | #4 |
Slave to My Rug-Rats Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Long Island
Posts: 7,247
| Hello Fellow Long Islander! Congrats on your soon to be new baby |
04-27-2007, 05:27 PM | #5 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: levittown,ny
Posts: 14
| hi tlc... thanks....in L.I....too....I'm in my beginning stages here..learning, etc.... |
04-29-2007, 08:55 AM | #6 |
Mojo, LilyGrace & Me Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: cuddling with my babies<3
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| Great on researching!!! Yay! Fleas and ticks are everywhere! Fleas are said to occasionally move thru areas and plus, you can get them from dogs at the dog park, pet stores, friends house, etc. We once had a pet that stayed at the vets all day and came back w/ fleas! Never had fleas before and came home covered...you talk about being upset! There are several "natural" ways to help w/ fleas and ticks.....several oils that you can add to shampoos. Do a research on that too....alot safer and less expensive. There are topicals and sprays that can be used for fleas and ticks that you can get from your vet or pet supply catalogs/sites. Everyone has their own opinions on which works better. There are many worms out there too. A simple test can determine if your pet has any and simple meds can get rid of them. There are two preventative meds (heartguard and interceptor)....your vet might carry one or both. The heartguard is a chewable flavored treat (I think I read on here that it can be cut in half for those under 5lbs)......interceptor is a small pill that you hide in food/treat, etc. Each vet is different about which one is better and which one they carry.
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04-29-2007, 09:08 AM | #7 |
YT Addict Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: U.S.A.
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| congrats! I think other Yorkie talkers have got you covered! So I just want to say congrats on being a soon-to-be Yorkie parent!
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