April 17, 2012
Posted in Pet Supplies

Anyone who owns a pet knows that there are countless pet products available today. You can find pet products ranging from necessary heartworm preventatives to keep your dog healthy to pooch perfumes to pamper your pet.  What are the pet products that are crucial to your pet’s well-being? Beyond the basics of food, water and shelter, your pet needs basic pet products in order to remain healthy and happy.

Pet Products to Prevent Heartworm Disease are Crucial

The American Heartworm Society now recommends year-round heartworm prevention for your pet.  Treating heartworm disease is difficult, costly and can be painful for your dog, and there is no approved treatment for heartworm in cats.  A monthly heartworm preventative is a basic pet product that will ensure the health of your dog or cat, and give you peace of mind.

Choose a Pet Product to Eliminate Pet Parasites

Left untreated, fleas and ticks can spread diseases to your pet. Therefore, a product to eliminate fleas, ticks and other parasites on your pet should also be at the top of your list of essential pet products.  These pet products are available in a number different forms such as spot-on treatments, tablets, sprays and collars, so you can choose the form that is most convenient for you and your pet.

Use Pet Products to Maintain Your Pet’s Dental Health

Periodontal disease is common in dogs and cats, and if left untreated, can lead to tooth loss and infection in other areas of the body. Be sure you have pet products such as a toothbrush and toothpaste formulated for use on pets to maintain your pet’s dental health. If your pet will not allow you to brush his or her teeth, select another pet product such as dental chews, rinses or water additives.

Pet Products Can Improve Your Pet’s Joint Health

When shopping for pet products, look for a joint supplement containing glucosamine to help maintain and even improve your pet’s joint health.  Studies have found that glucosamine has an anti-inflammatory effect, can increase your pet’s mobility, and help reduce joint pain.

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