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In the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences ( PNAS ), published a scientific discovery by scientists at Vanderbilt University in the United States.

Accidentally found a new insect repellent, thousands of times more powerful than today. After I studied, was that not only was effective against mosquitoes, but also against flies, moths, ants and many insects. The investigations were being undertaken were to control the spread of malaria in the world.

The product is based on the sense of smell disorder mosquitoes. It has now been discovered that the smell of mosquitoes is located on the antennae. Also that the olfactory system of mosquitoes and other insects is very different from what we previously believed.

Vanderbilt University and began the process to patent the discovery and at the same time is negotiating with various companies for the production and subsequent marketing of the new product. They want the main focus of the product is against the spread of malaria.

Being able to control more effectively the various insects, pets will be able to rest more peaceful. In hot weather, pets are often like crazy when you can not control especially flies and mosquitoes.

If pets can fully relax, their owners can also rest easy. This product will provide more security for your pet, because when you have a wound, flies and other insects do not go near it, with consequences for all known.

One of the diseases that affects dogs is known as Parvovirus (or parvovirus). This is a very characteristic disease in these animals because it spreads rapidly among themselves. This virus primarily attacks the digestive tract of pets, bringing heavy breakdowns that result in diarrhea and vomiting.

This disease is very common to see dogs in the street. It is spread through contact with the feces of other infected dogs, so it’s a vicious circle: the infected dog defecates, other animal waste and delving into their spreads, rapidly expanding the arrival of the virus.

One of the most important points to keep in mind is that the canine parvovirus is not contagious to others. This means that a human can not catch the disease by collecting dog waste, and other animals are safe. In the case of multiple dogs in the house and one of them has the disease it is best to isolate them so they are not in contact.

It should be mentioned that the dogs showed various symptoms of this disease. Dehydration, loss of appetite, increased temperature and the widespread reluctance are indicators that the animal may be suffering from this disease. For this reason it is important to be aware of your behavior and see a specialist. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to dogs, we are referring to animals that behave much like people. If we refer only to physical, are susceptible to basically the same diseases as any of us, and for this reason it is always advisable to keep track of their health.

Diabetes Mellitus is a clear example of diseases that can occur in both humans and animals. It is a fairly common condition in dogs and occurs when there is a total or partial deficiency of insulin. In dogs the disease is serious and can lead to death if not treated properly.

One point to note is that the smaller sized dogs are more prone to this type of diabetes. It is a typical condition in poodles, for example. We should also mention that usually occurs in adult dogs after they have served 8 or 9 years.

Itself can not establish a specific pattern of symptoms suggestive of a dog suffering from diabetes mellitus. But there are basic behaviors that may indicate that the animal is developing the disease. For example, if you urinate a lot at night, if urine in large amounts, if it shows a state of dehydration despite taking lots of water, etc. Read the rest of this entry »

One of the diseases that cause concern in a family’s toxoplasmosis. It is worldwide known that this disease is caused by bacteria that usually used to cats as a means of incubation and infection. This disease can be extremely serious because it has rapidly spread to humans.

For this reason it is always necessary to take precautions when in the house is a cat. It should also be noted that pregnant women are very capable of transmitting toxoplasmosis baby in her womb, so you have to take into account different parameters that avoid any inconvenience.

Toxoplasmosis may not necessarily catch a cat. Can occur in both humans and cats by ingestion of milk that has not been pasteurized, raw or decaying meat or vegetables that are not properly sanitized before consumption.

In the case of cats, the bacteria that causes toxoplasmosis lays its eggs in the gut of the animal. For this reason we must be very cautious when dealing with pet feces. Also eggs can survive in the sand the cat box, so it is advisable to change every one or two days. Read the rest of this entry »

Pet Reptiles are well chosen by those unwilling to fall in the Typical and buy a dog or cat. But before adopting a chameleon, an iguana or other similar animal must take into account certain important ways. Diseases, for example, are usually quite severe and should be paying much attention.

Believe it or not, the leading cause of death for these animals is stress. Being unsocial animals are stressed a lot when the owner is extremely affectionate or continuously removed from their habitat. Stress causes the reptiles feel threatened and do not want to eat, which brings in its death.

Another point to consider is food. If these animals are given food that is not appropriate your digestive system will make them suffer a lot. For this reason it is necessary to investigate what type of food requires before making a decision.

Pet psychiatry is a branch of canine medicine is not widespread, and that the courses for this specialty is not taught in all universities, of all countries. Where attend these courses are taught veterinarians worldwide.

“The zoopsiquiatría refers to diagnosis, treatment and prevention of behavioral problems of dogs and cats, through the use of psychotropic drugs and complementary therapies in conjunction with behavior modification. We also complement the trainers, though not all problems can be solved through this way. “

It has now come to the conclusion that when a pet, whether dog or cat misbehaves, is that the treatment has given the owner was not entirely appropriate.

As is well known that all extremes are bad, being very condescending and kept giving him things to pets is not good, nor is leaving them alone all day, without paying attention. Pets are always served, when left alone can become distressed, or anxious and destroy everything within their reach.

When you are always alone in the yard, they begin to follow the tail, following his shadow, or have problems of coprophagy, and have excessive mobility. All pet owners need to monitor their behavior, to see if they are doing well or need therapy.

Such therapy can retrain the behavior of pets, or you should consult a psychiatrist when the dog barks or howls much everyone, or do damage when separated from their owners.

It is known that animals such as dogs and cats are susceptible to illness, as happens to anyone. Moreover, there are some common discomforts between a human and a pet for companionship. One of the clearest examples is that of gastritis.

When it becomes inflamed gastric mucosa causes heartburn can be downright unbearable. It is very common to happen in dogs, although there are some symptoms that reflect very strong cases of gastritis: if you lie down with the belly touching the ground but up the back of the body is because it is trying to “cool down” the area with gastritis .

In addition it should be noted vomiting. When a dog is returned because it really something is not working as it should and try to calm the trouble as he can. Remember when in doubt about this or any other ailment have to turn to doctors for advice.