KVP International, Inc.
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What Makes a Good Supplement for Dogs?

What Makes a Good Supplement for Dogs?

With so many pet supplements on the market, how do you know if what your choosing is going to be great for your pet? Supplementing a dog's food with nutrients can help with specific health issues and promote general wellness, even if the dog already has a balanced and nutritious diet.  Seek the advice of your veterinarian when you suspect your canine may have additional dietary requirements like dog vitamins and supplements; they will be able to recommend the most appropriate products for your pet.   Vitamins for Dogs To be healthy, dogs require a variety of vitamins, and each...

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Why You Should Leave Your Dog’s E-Collar On

Why You Should Leave Your Dog’s E-Collar On

Your vet told you to keep the e-collar on, but your pet is hating every second of it. Now it’s time to make a decision – keep the collar on, or take it off? Whether your pet just got out of surgery or needs protecting from an allergy flare, the cone of shame is a pet parent’s best friend. That said, it probably isn’t your pet’s best friend. While many pets are unbothered by an e-collar, most pets are going to give you sad looks or sometimes even exhibit destructive behavior towards an Elizabethan collar. As pet parents, we have...

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The Cone of Shame Can Make Pets Miserable

The Cone of Shame Can Make Pets Miserable

A global survey indicates that pets respond negatively to drastic changes in their mobility and ability to see. What can we do as pet parents to keep them happier while still being protected?   Pet Sadness and E-Collar Study Pet parents know all too well how much their canine or feline friend dislikes the "cone of shame" when it's time for post-op recovery or when there's an itchy wound. However, evaluating the cone's effect on animal welfare has received scant attention. Now, a new study from the University of Sydney's Sydney School of Veterinary Science confirms that the cone, or...

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prevent dog itching with cone

Will A Dog Cone Stop My Dog From Licking?

Seasonal Allergies and Compulsive Habits Are Difficult to Stop, But You Can Block Chronic Itching with an E-Collar for Dogs and Cats.   When pet’s are exposed to allergens and start to feel an itch, they don’t comprehend that continuous itching can make matters worse. When the itching becomes more persistent, it can become chronic allergies that further exacerbate skin irritation. Responses to allergens in pets food or environment can be recognized by excessive: Scratching or rubbing against objects or walls Biting at hot spots Loss of their coat in some spots where the itching is persistent Licking, especially on...

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