De-clawing Your Cat – Necessary Evil or Just Evil
First, let me clarify that de-clawing is a bit of a misnomer; while it sounds as simple as a pedicure, it is considerably more than just clipping and filing nails. De-clawing is a surgical procedure, wherein the entire first joint of each of a cat’s “toes” […]

The Senior Citizen Pet
Old Age in Dogs – Part II
We’ve already discussed the fact that large dogs age earlier and faster than smaller breeds but, as with us mere humans, there are many lifestyle factors that can affect the aging process as well. As we get older, many of us become less active and […]

It is time for the 2nd annual 12 Days of Christmas Sale at Jeffers.

For those of you who do not know what that means, it means GREAT DEALS on lots of pet and large animal needs.
Starting November 22 at 10 am Central, One item will be showcased on each of our main sites
JeffersPet.com
JeffersEquine.com
JeffersLivestock.com
at incredible savings… […]

Doggie Dental Care
by Renee Jones, CPDT
Although dogs rarely get cavities, they are prone to gum disease & excess tartar build-up on the teeth. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), an astounding 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats show signs of oral disease by age three. Animals can suffer the same […]

Obesity in Dogs
It is estimated that 40% of pets in America are overweight. Further, approximately 25% of dogs in the United States are obese. It is very important that we take responsibility for our pets. If a pet is overweight, it is almost certainly the owner’s fault. There are certain medical conditions that can cause […]

Crate Training
Why Crate Training?
A dog is a very social pack animal by nature. Your family becomes his/her pack with the primary caregiver as the leader. Your dog is going to claim a territory and create a den of its own. Crate training offers your dog the security and comfort of the den, while giving […]

Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Anxiety disorders come in all shapes and sizes and have many causes. Loud noises, such as thunder or fireworks can cause anxiety, as can crowds, travel or a change of residence. The most common is separation anxiety. It is important to remember that dogs are basically pack animals and have a […]

 Sarcoptic
Last week we talked about Mange, specifically, Demodectic or “Red” Mange. You’ll remember we said that mange is a parasitic skin disease caused by microscopic mites of which there are two different kinds that affect dogs.
Life Cycle
While Demodex Canis lives deep in the hair follicles, Sarcoptes Scabei mites actually tunnel under the skin. After mating, […]

Hi folks! Max here.
I know you are out there, and I sure would like to hear from you all! However, I will continue to keep you posted on new pet products and NEAT-O summertime toys!
In the meantime, my Jeffers family had to remind me again that there are
actually other species of animals that […]

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