All about our smaller brothers
What does shortness of breath in dogs look like? Labored Breathing in Dogs (Dyspnea) The chest wall, and sometimes the belly, will move more than is normal when breathing. Nostrils may flare open when breathing. Breathing with an open mouth (but not necessarily panting) Breathing with the elbows sticking out from the body. What does …
Just like with thunderstorms, many dogs’ fear of vacuums stems from the loud, high-frequency noises the machine makes. Dogs who are already sound sensitive or nervous may be particularly predisposed to discomfort around the vacuum being used in the home. Why is my dog obsessed with the vacuum? Your pup’s protective instinct could lead them …
Pet MD Hydrocortisone 1% Spray is safe for dogs, cats and horses and is convenient for use between baths to calm irritated skin. Can human hydrocortisone spray be used on dogs? Human-grade hydrocortisone is not FDA-approved for animals and is not vet recommended to treat dog skin problems. What can I spray on my dog …
Abandonment is usually the legal presumption after 4–14 days (again, it varies by state). However, a verbal or written agreement that you would care for and return the dog would mean it wasn’t “abandoned” but left in your care. How long until a pet is considered abandoned? What does California’s animal abandonment statute say? According …
Provide a distraction whenever your dog starts eating dirt. You can distract them with a verbal command or a loud noise, or by offering a toy to chew on instead. Leash your dog whenever you go outside so you can lead them away from areas with exposed soil. What causes dogs to eat dirt? Coger, …
Dogs are a lot pickier than humans when it comes to their spot. Dogs choose their spot as a means to communicate with other dogs. … Their poop tells other dogs not only that they were there, but what they ate, if they’re a friend or enemy, and even if a female is in heat. …
After mothers clean off their pups and bite of the umbilical cord, they will eat the placenta. It’s a way for them to recover some of those nutrients they lost and regain their strength. In care cases, mothers will accidentally eat stillborn puppies. Should you let your dog eat her placenta? Once the puppy is …
Coughing when at rest or sleeping, excessive panting, persistent loss of appetite, a swollen belly, and pale or bluish gums are also signs associated with heart failure. The dog will develop generalized weight loss and muscle wasting due to the effects of CHF on other body systems. What are the symptoms of a dog with …
Pet waste can introduce pathogens and nutrients to surface water (which can enter a compromised well from the cap or casing) and groundwater. Regularly pick up and dispose of pet waste and do not kennel a dog or any other pet over or near the well. Fuel contains harmful chemicals which can pollute groundwater. Does …
Dogs do enjoy sunshine and gravitate to that sunny spot. Sunshine is beneficial It is good to encourage some time in the sun to let that vitamin D get absorbed into the body. Increased amounts of calcium, created by the vitamin D, will help keep bones healthy and prevent osteoporosis. How much sunlight does a …