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Fleas, Ticks, Mites and Worms
The canine is a natural host for external parasites like fleas, ticks, (mange) mites and mosquitoes. Dogs also feed internal parasites such as hookworms, roundworms, tapeworms, and even heartworms!
Pet wormers, flea spray, tick dips, and mange meds can be used to get rid of parasites when needed but whole-body poisons are used to prevent (not treat) internal and external parasites. There are safe parasite treatments, and there are high-risk treatments. Learn which is which. A HEALTHY DOG WITH A STRONG IMMUNE SYSTEM IS THE best defense against internal and external parasites
Good health isn't something you can buy. It is the natural state for man or beast. If the parents are healthy, the offspring will be born healthy. From there on it is up to you. Good health is so easy to achieve that you may not believe what you are about to learn, however your common sense and the message TheDogPlace has put forth since 1998, will restore canine health - and also help your own health.
Feed your dog wholesome natural foods. Avoid fads, gimmicks, and cure-alls. Avoid medications and surgery unless absolutely needed to rectify a short-term problem. Whenever possible, avoid environmental factors that stress the immune system. Get plenty of natural sunlight, fresh air, exercise, and fuel the body with preservative, chemical and additive-free food! Now, how hard is that? You have choices. Your dog does not. Everything that affects your dog's life, happiness, and health is up to YOU.
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