Welcome to Fido's 
 
     The pet waste disposal business is an up and coming business and it's growing at a tremendous rate.  Many pet owners are discovering the need and necessity for this service.  Some pet owners using our service are ones who:
    1. Don't have the time 
    2. Have a physical disability
    3. Don't like doing the unpleasant task
    4. Want to enjoy their time at home with their pets. 
    5, Want a healthier environment

     Not only is pet waste unsightly it is hazardous to human health and the environment.  A recent USA Today article titled "Dog waste poses threat to water."  examines the effect of dog waste on the environment.  Dog waste can contain such diseases as the Parvovirus, Roundworms, Hookworms, Whipworms, Tapeworms, Heartworms,and Giardia.  Children left to play in an uncleaned yard may come in contact with these diseases.  Adults as well as children may step in the waste and track the mess and the diseases into your home.    

     Left unattended dog waste ruins the appearance of your yard as well as over time will leave unsightly burn spots on your lawn.  It will also make you unpopular with your neighbors.  In many municipalities keeping your yard clean of dog waste is the law.

     Fido's is the area's premier pet waste disposal service.  We service all of Allegany as well as parts Garrett and Washington counties.  As we continue to grow we will be serving all of Garrett and Washington counties as well as parts of Mineral, Morgan, Berkley, Jefferson, Somerset, & Bedford counties.   

     Cleaning up after your pet is no fun.  It is a dirty and messy job, but someone has to do it.  That's where we come in.  We help prevent such arguments as to "Who's turn is it?",  "Why do I have to do It?",  etc...

     Fido's is the answer to your prayers.  We will relieve you of the stress and aggravation of cleaning up after your pet.  We give you the chance to enjoy your pets with out having to deal with the unpleasant task of cleaning up after them. 

   
What is Giardia Disease?
      Giardia are parasitic protozoans (single celled organisms) found in the intestines of many animals, including dogs. This microscopic parasite clings to the surface of the intestine or floats free in the mucous lining the intestine. The prevalence of Giardia in dogs of Alberta is not known. However, rates of 5 to 10 per cent have been suggested. This level is consistent with those reported in surveys from the United States and many other countries.

What are Whipworms?
     Whipworms are intestinal parasites which are about 1/4 inch (6 mm) long. They live in the cecum and colon of dogs where they cause severe irritation to the lining of those organs. This results in watery, bloody diarrhea, weight loss, and general debilitation. They are one of the most pathogenic worms found in dogs .

What are Tapeworms?
     The most common tapeworm of dogs (and cats) is called Dipylidium caninum. This parasite attaches to the small intestinal wall by hook-like mouth parts. Adult tapeworms may reach 8 inches (20 cm) in length. The adult worm is actually made up of many small segments about 1/8 inch (3 mm) long. As the tail end of the worm matures, the terminal segments break off and pass into the stool. Occasionally, the mobile segments can be seen crawling near the anus or on the surface of a fresh bowel movement. These segments look like grains of rice and contain tapeworm eggs; the eggs are released into the environment when the segment dries. The dried segments are small (about 1/16", or 2 mm), hard and golden in color. These dried segments can sometimes be seen stuck to the hair around the dog's anus

Hookworm infection in Dogs and Cats?
     Hookworms have a direct life cycle meaning that they do not necessarily need a host to be transmitted. In pets, hookworm ova(egg) are passed in the host's feces and develop to the first larval stage if the temperature and humidity are adequate. Ova can hatch in 10-12 hours at 30 degrees centigrade and in 9 hours at 37 degrees centigrade. Infection can occur via ingestion or skin penetration (commonly infested thru the feet) followed by a pulmonary migration, a developmental stage in the gastric glands, or an arrested state in the muscular tissue in older animals. Migration and maturation occur in 17 days. Transport hosts, especially rodents, may play a role in the transmission of this parasite. Young dogs and cats are affected more severely, since they are less able to cope with depleted iron reserves

What causes heartworm disease?
     Heartworm disease (dirofilariasis) is a serious and potentially fatal disease in dogs. It is caused by a worm called Dirofilaria immitis. Heartworms are found in the heart and large adjacent vessels of infected dogs. The female worm is 6 to 14 inches (2.3 to 5.5 cm) long and 1/8 inch (5 mm) wide; the male is about half the size of the female. One dog may have as many as 300 worms

What are roundworms?
     Roundworms describes a whole bunch of different worm parasites. The most common dog roundworm is Toxocara canis. Humans have a different roundworm, as do cats, horses, pigs, and other animals. Dogs get roundworms either from eating worm eggs off the ground or because the mother dog was infected and passed the worms to her puppies during her pregnancy. Adult roundworms have a funny face, with three big lips surrounding their mouth. They feed on partially digested food in the dogs intestine. Although the risk to humans is slight, roundworm is a major health concern. Roundworm lives in the small intestine of dogs. It is a microscopic and parasitic organism. Eggs are passed into the environment in the dog's waste. The eggs then take two weeks to a month to become infective. There is no risk from fresh dog waste. But after becoming infective, eggs can remain in the soil for several years. Humans do not develop adult roundworms, although migration of larvae through tissues and organs can cause disease. Humans usually become infected through contact with eggs in the soil or by accidental ingestion. Direct contact between infected dogs and humans is not considered to play a role in the transmission of roundworm. Young children are at the greatest risk. They often eat dirt and grass and fill their mouths with contaminated hands. Hand powered wheel chair users and field sports players also face greater risks. Roundworm is not present in dogs that receive regular worm treatments. Picking up dog waste before roundworm eggs can become infective is equally important.

PARVOVIRUS
     Parvovirus is a serious, deadly threat to the unvaccinated dog population. It is so infectious that virtually anyone or any moving object can become a parvovirus carrier simply by coming in contact with an infected dog's feces (bowel movement). The virus can survive searing heat and subzero temperatures for long periods of time, and so the virus might remain long after the feces has been removed. Shoes, paws—you name it—can pick up and carry the virus. Most veterinarians recommend multiple parvovirus vaccinations for the growing puppy. Vaccinations establish protective immunity, which can reduce the risk of the disease. Once vaccinated, your dog's immunity is maintained through annual booster shots. If your dog is experiencing vomiting, severe diarrhea, depression, or loss of appetite, you should see your veterinarian as soon as possible. Specific drugs have not yet been perfected that will kill canine parvovirus, but proven treatments are available to control the complications of the disease.