Did you know that a Samoyeds’ large heavy, fluffy coats that can hide just about anything including crumbs from dinner? If you walk your Samoyed a lot, you may want to consider keeping his coat trimmed down to a length that will allow his collar to be visible to others. You may even want toContinue reading “Reflective Collars for Dogs Like the Samoyed”
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Use A Crate When Training Puppies
Before bringing in a new puppy, make sure that your house has been puppy-proofed first. You should put away stuff that you don’t want your puppy to touch or destroy. To puppy-proof the home, you can use a bitter spray or close off the room that you don’t want to be invaded. But before anythingContinue reading “Use A Crate When Training Puppies”
Diet Management Tips For Senior Dogs
As your dog gets older, you might want to look at his diet. He no longer needs to eat what he used to eat when he was younger. Take note of these recommendations: Add more fiber to your dog’s diet Decrease carbohydrates in the diet because the dog is no longer as active as heContinue reading “Diet Management Tips For Senior Dogs”
Nose Bleeds in Dogs Like the Black Lab
Did you know that nosebleeds can be a common occurrence in a variety of dogs including Black Labradors? If your Black Lab is bleeding from his nose, you should call your veterinarian immediately. There could be several reasons for your dog’s nose to bleed all of which need immediate veterinary care for a diagnosis andContinue reading “Nose Bleeds in Dogs Like the Black Lab”
Sunburn in Dogs Like the Basset Hound
Different dogs, including the Basset Hound, may be prone to sunburn. In fact, dogsand cats both are prone to sun burns and even types of skin cancers just like humans are. Some dog breeds are more susceptible to sunburn than others. For instance, dogs with thin hair or hairless dogs can burn easily. Such dogsContinue reading “Sunburn in Dogs Like the Basset Hound”
Can Human Bug Spray Be Used on Dogs?
Now that the weather is warmer, the small flies, gnats and other biting insects are coming out in full force and they’re probably bothering your canine friends. You may be wondering what you can do to help your dog keep these insects at a distance. A good rule of thumb is to always check bugContinue reading “Can Human Bug Spray Be Used on Dogs?”
Ear Infections in Dogs Like the Bichon Frise
Did you know that checking your dog’s ears on a routine basis is part of the overall health and wellness process? If you notice your Bichon Frise is scratching at his ears or shaking his head or even flapping his ears from side to side, call your vet to schedule an exam. Your Bichon couldContinue reading “Ear Infections in Dogs Like the Bichon Frise”
Dog-Proofing Your Home For The Safety Of Your Elderly Dog
Elderly dogs have a tendency to take naps more when compared to younger pups. Senior dogs also do not have as much fat to act as a cushion when they lay down. For your elderly dog, acquire a comfy and cushy, over-the-top doggy bed in order to shield his bones against the hard flooring. MakeContinue reading “Dog-Proofing Your Home For The Safety Of Your Elderly Dog”
Possible Issues With Pet Food Item Recalls
The usual reasons why there could be a pet food recall are packaging issues, nutritional imbalances, foreign materials, and contamination. Packaging issues ●Faulty packaging methods of food could trigger a recall of pet food. Take as an example, if the “pop tab” found on canned pet food has a defect, then moisture could enter theContinue reading “Possible Issues With Pet Food Item Recalls”
Phobias And Anxieties In Dogs — Are They The Same?
Phobia is the excessive and persistent feelings of fear of some particular stimulus. There is this suggestion that after an event causes a phobia, and then any other associated event to the original, or even just memories of it, would be enough to trigger a response. Loud noises like fireworks and thunderstorms are the usualContinue reading “Phobias And Anxieties In Dogs — Are They The Same?”
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