heartworm meds and microchipping?
Hi guys, I've never had a dog before and I'm trying to take the best care of my guy as I possibly can.
Heartworm medication - are there any vegan brands? What do you give your dogs? Is monthly heartworm medication a must?
Microchipping - when I was last at the vet, my boyfriend and I asked about microchipping and the price is surprisingly affordable. Our dog has never been bothered by shots but they told us that the needle for microchipping is as thick as a ball point pen. I was already on the fence about microchipping since I have read in the past that not all pounds have the ability to scan and even when they do, they do not always check the animals. I'm just trying to weigh the pros and cons and wondering what decisions and experiences you might have had.
So much information on dog care just seems based on trying to sell me more products! Any general sites or books -- not just about diet -- with a focus on the dog's well being and interests first and a would be great.
Thanks in advance!
Heartworm medication - are there any vegan brands? What do you give your dogs? Is monthly heartworm medication a must?
Microchipping - when I was last at the vet, my boyfriend and I asked about microchipping and the price is surprisingly affordable. Our dog has never been bothered by shots but they told us that the needle for microchipping is as thick as a ball point pen. I was already on the fence about microchipping since I have read in the past that not all pounds have the ability to scan and even when they do, they do not always check the animals. I'm just trying to weigh the pros and cons and wondering what decisions and experiences you might have had.
So much information on dog care just seems based on trying to sell me more products! Any general sites or books -- not just about diet -- with a focus on the dog's well being and interests first and a would be great.
Thanks in advance!