Some dogs eat grass. Some dogs don’t eat grass. Why is this? It really depends on the dog. If your dog is eating grass every time he goes outdoors and doesn’t do anything but eat grass then you should call your vet. Your dog could be undergoing some mental or behavioral changes or may haveContinue reading “Why Do Dogs Eat Grass”
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Abscess In Dogs
An abscess can form when a simple surface wound is not given proper treatment and becomes infected. Because of their hair coat, cuts and surface wounds often go undetected if a dog’s body is not checked regularly for any abnormalities. An infected cut or wound can be successfully treated with a simple antibacterial ointment orContinue reading “Abscess In Dogs”
How Often Should You Replace Your Dog’s Collar?
A collar is one of the first things you buy for your pooch when you bring him home. It’s also one of the last things people replace. Exactly how often should you replace your dog’s collar? You should replace his collar whenever he outgrows the one he is currently wearing. For example, puppies need smallerContinue reading “How Often Should You Replace Your Dog’s Collar?”
Do Maltipoos Require Special Grooming?
Maltipoos are often perceived to be a hypoallergenic breed because their tightly-curled hair that they have inherited from the poodle side of their ancestry sheds little or not at all. Any hair that is shed is caught up in the curled folds and needs to be brushed out to remove. Because maltipoos are crossbreds (malteseContinue reading “Do Maltipoos Require Special Grooming?”
Ways To Manage Pain In Dogs With Cancer
Pain is a prominent symptom in dogs with cancer. Some common medications that are used for pain management include the following: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have both analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Common NSAIDs that are used in dogs include metacam, previcox, deramaxx, and rimadyl. These pains can be prescribed for mild to moderate pain. However,Continue reading “Ways To Manage Pain In Dogs With Cancer”
Does Your Dog Eat Rocks ?
Dogs love to explore things and they love to use their nose and their mouth to investigate what they’re exploring. Sniffing and smelling things is usually not a problem, but tasting and even eating things can be dangerous. For instance, some dogs will put rocks in their mouth to get a better taste of whereContinue reading “Does Your Dog Eat Rocks ?”
Can Dogs Eat Meat ?
Yes, but you should ask your vet what kind of meat your dog should have before feeding your dog any type of meat. Dogs are carnivores, yet they are often on a steady diet of dry or wet dog food which means they may not be able to stomach meat in their diet especially inContinue reading “Can Dogs Eat Meat ?”
Dog Stairs
Do you have small dogs that have trouble getting on the furniture or the bed? If so, you may want to consider purchasing or building dog stairs or a dog ramp. Little dogs, especially, may try to jump onto the furniture and they make it, but there’s always the chance the could miss or fallContinue reading “Dog Stairs”
Do Groomers Remove Fleas ?
Fleas are common parasites of cats and dogs. While there are pet groomers that don’t have any issues attending to a pet with a flea infestation, there are those that refuse to take in flea-infested pets. During grooming, the groomer or pet stylist has the opportunity to check every inch of your pet’s body whileContinue reading “Do Groomers Remove Fleas ?”
Why your dog chews on things
Your dog is an excellent companion and she needs to be able to feel at ease in your home. However, there are some behaviors that you’d rather she didn’t take part in. For example, why does she tend to chew on your belongings? Your pet loves to learn new things and will eagerly seek outContinue reading “Why your dog chews on things”
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