
Elanco Pet Health US
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Official Twitter channel for Elanco U.S. Providing information on how to keep your pets happy & healthy.
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https://www.petbasics.com/ 01-05-2013 17:31:17
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#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: Large dogs like Great Danes & Newfoundlands often weigh well over 100lbs & keep growing for about 2 years. These dogs typically gain 2-3lbs. per week, with the larger ones gaining up to 5lbs per week. Bed hogs in the making! šš¶š¤Ŗ



#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: There are benefits to trimming your catās nails, despite what your kitty would say! Use cat-specific clippers, & make sure they're sharp. Dull clippers can cause the nail to split, which can be painful. No meow-chies please! āļøš±

#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: You donāt need a lot of space to provide physical & mental exercises for dogs indoors, regardless of their size. Taking the time to engage with your dog in mental exercises can help them stay happy during the cold and wet seasons.

#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: Head-butts, cheek rubs & kneading your lap (which stems from nursing as infants) are all ways cats show affection. Especially if your kittyās love language is physical touch!


#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: Dog sounding a little under the weather lately? One of the most noticeable symptoms of heartworms in dogs is a cough. I could also be kennel cough, which is like bronchitis for dogs. Your vet can help you identify what's going on.


#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: Cats can catch ear mites from being outdoors or from interacting with other cats. They are most common in younger cats, strays and outdoor cats, though any cat can catch ear mites. These are tiny pests that can cause big problems. š


#FunFactFriday brought to you by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: Vocab lesson! Zoonosis is when a disease is passed from animals to humans. While this may sound scary, with proper precautions you can greatly lower your risk of acquiring a disease from your furry friend.





#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: Using a tick preventive can help protect your dog from disease-carrying ticks. Tick prevention products that both kill & repel should be considered, because if a tick is repelled, it canāt bite & transmit diseases, in the first place

#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: Hairballs?! Catsā digestive systems are designed to let hair pass through normally. However, if the cat is over-grooming or has a digestive tract issue, hair can accumulate in the stomach & eventually become a hairball.

#FunFactFriday by PetBasics from Elanco Pet Health US: Baby, itās cold outside ā for you, & your dog! Generally, your dog will feel uncomfortable in cold temperatures below 32°F; more cold-averse dogs may start feeling uncomfortable when it falls below 45°F.

