Tag: Health

Episode 77: Behold the Power of Diatomaceous Earth!

A non-toxic, natural multi-purpose solution.

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Diatomaceous Earth (DE) is an all-natural, non-toxic substance that has many uses in greyhound homes. It can be used as a food supplement, to get rid of flees and ticks in your greyhound’s coat and in your yard, as a deodorizer, and even to help deworm.  Discover what DE is, where it comes from, and how to use it.

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This is the brand of DE Jacqueline and Al use; there has been no compensation exchanged for this endorsement.

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Note: Jacqueline Howard and Albert Cavallo are not medical professionals and provide the content of this episode for informational purposes only. Jacqueline, Al, and the About Greyhounds podcast do not and will not provide medical advice, including for a specific dog. Seek the guidance of your veterinarian with any medical questions or concerns you may have about your greyhound or other dog.

Episode 73: Your Greyhound’s Life Saving Powers

Chances are that your greyhound can be a universal blood donor.

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Most greyhounds can be universal blood donors. That means their blood can be used to help save the lives of any dogs with any blood type. Their blood has also been known to be successfully used to save the lives of cats, too. Discover more about greyhound blood donation and how your dog may be eligible to save precious lives.

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Ask your veterinarian to direct you to your local dog blood bank. If you’re in New Jersey, here are two popular locations. Click on each for details about their programs.

The Wyatt Godthwaite Veterinary Blood Bank at Redbank Veterinary Hospital

NorthStar VETS Blood Bank

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Episode 65: Greyhound Proofing Your Home

Safety measures to take in your home.

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Just like human babies who suddenly become mobile, protecting greyhounds from themselves in the home is important for your dog’s health and safety. In this episode, uncover some of the hidden dangers in your home and how to shore them up.
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Pet Poison Hotlines
Please put the phone number for your country into your phone’s contacts list. Note that you may be charged for these calls.

  • United States – ASPCA Animal Poison Control – 888-426-4335
  • Canada and the United Sates – Pet Poison Hotline – 855-764-7661
  • United Kingdom – Animal PoisonLine – 01202 509000
  • Other Countries – Contact your veterinarian.

 

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Episode 64: Healthy Tips for Your Greyhound’s Toes, Ears & Skin

Get tips to help keep your greyhound healthy.

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Get and use our tips for helping to keep your greyhound’s toes, ears, and skin healthy.

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Episode 61: What(us) is Pannus?

Get the info you need about a serious eye disease.

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Pannus is an eye condition that can impact your greyhound. Left untreated, it can lead to blindness. In this episode, discover what pannus is, symptoms to be aware of, and treatment.

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