Attention Seeking: Sometimes a dog will stare to gain attention. If a dog senses that it will get its owner’s attention by just sitting and staring…
You know now that certain smells are absolutely natural for your female dog in heat. Sometimes people describe the smell as fishy. However, there may be…
Conclusion. When dealing with a rat bite, it’s always better to be safe than sorry and contact your veterinarian immediately. Rat bites will often become infected…
The timeframe for the skin to heal from kennel nose should be around a week or two, and if the black leather of the nose was injured it will again also take up to a few months for complete repigmentation. How serious is a cut on dogs nose? Even though you’re performing basic first aid…
Odie is the lovable, seemingly dopey, kind, underweight, yellow-furred, brown-eared beagle, who is Garfield’s best friend (and usual victim). Is nermal from Garfield a girl? Nermal is a small grey male tabby cat with thick eyelashes. Despite being an adult cat, he is smaller than most and prefers to call himself “the world’s cutest kitten”.…
Yes. Vets love it. The onesie is a deterrent for any dog to discourage licking at sutures. Can a dog wear a onesie instead of cone? One of the simplest alternatives for the cone of shame is to dress your cat or small dog in a onesie. A onesie will provide full coverage for your…
As soon as they try or do nip, calmly say “no” and look away. Removing all of this attention from your dog will show them that a nip means no more love or attention. Try a “three-strike you’re out” concept – if your dog nips, you say no, and they do it two more times,…
M&S does not allow non-assistance dogs into its stores. The dogs were returned following a social media campaign and one of the thieves was jailed last week. Can I bring my dog to Gamestop? Service animals are more than welcome to enter our locations and accompany the customer they are with; unless prohibited due to…
How often does a dog need to pee? To put it simply, adult dogs generally need to toilet three to five times a day, and most vets will recommend a maximum window of between six to eight hours between toilet trips. How long can a dog hold pee overnight? Dogs can go for 8 to…
Choosing a Sound With regard to the science, the more low frequencies you can incorporate, the better. In other words, ocean waves are better than lake waves. Brown or Brownian noise with its abundance of lower frequencies is better than white noise. Is white noise good for a dog? Dogs can be restless too —…
Arthur (2007(?) – 8 December 2020) was an Ecuadorian street dog who attached himself to a Swedish extreme sports team when they were competing in the Adventure Racing World Championship in 2014, was brought to Sweden and has inspired a foundation to help other Ecuadorian street dogs. What type of dog was cavall? Arthur’s killing…
Arm yourself with treats and then stand a few feet away from your dog. Say your cue word and immediately praise and treat when your dog responds. If you end up ignored and your dog will not come when called, give the leash a gentle tug in your direction to encourage them over. Why does…
Why would your dog want to eat your cat anyway? Some dogs are driven to chase things smaller than them. This can extend to squirrels, hamsters, and, yes, cats. If you have a hunting breed, they may see your cat as a creature to be hunted. How do I get my dog to stop eating…
Since service animals must be receptive to training, Texas Heelers are actually prime candidates for the job. Additionally, because of their friendly and active personalities, Texas Heelers make can make great emotional support animals as well. Is a Blue Heeler a high energy dog? What are Blue Heelers like to live with? These are high-energy,…
One reason behind the calming effect of dog clothing can be the mild pressure applied by the clothing on the dog. Constant pressure to a dog’s torso works like a medicine which creates a calming effect. Do clothes help anxious dogs? Besides keeping your dog warm, clothing can also help with anxiety. The sense of…
Before I could get them, Oscar tried to take care of the problem by licking them out. He got them out of his fur, but a couple of hooks got caught in his throat. All it takes to get out of this sticky situation is a small piece of bread dipped in peanut butter or…
So how do you serve yogurt? You can go simple with a spoonful of it on top of their food, mix it in, or you can use it as an ingredient in treats and homemade dog food. You can also freeze plain yogurt in ice cube trays for a cool treat. Generally, one to two…
Hydrocortisone cream is usually okay to apply for a few days directly on the rash. Just be sure your dog doesn’t lick and ingest it (an Elizabethan collar can help). Can you use human rash cream on dogs? The Bottom Line. In conclusion, diaper rash cream is not safe or effective for use on dogs.…
Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is the most popular antihistamine for humans and can be effective for dogs as well. Just be aware that Benadryl has sedative properties, so your dog could get very drowsy. Other safe antihistamines for dogs include Claritin (loratadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine). How much Zyrtec can I give my dog for itching? Cetirizine (Zyrtec)…
If your dog has a sensitive stomach, is experiencing gastrointestinal issues, or has been vomiting, having diarrhea, or experiencing unusual gas, bloating, or nausea, it’s best to avoid brown rice. It’s also best to avoid brown rice if your dog’s diet is already rich in carbs. Is brown rice better than white rice for dogs?…
Common Side-Effects of the Rabies Vaccine in Dogs: The most common side-effect of the rabies vaccine is pain and some swelling at the injection site. Your dog may be a little sleepy or sluggish and may have a lower appetite. Mild symptoms are typically short-lived and resolve in 1-2 days. Does vaccine make dogs tired?…
Once a puppy has symptoms of parvo, if left untreated they can die within 48 – 72 hours. It can be simply diagnosed and survival is possible if treated soon enough. If left untreated the mortality rate is as high as 91%. It is very similar to panleukopenia in cats. Can a dog beat parvo…
Skin and coat changes: Dogs often start to show gray hair as they get older, often around their muzzle and eyes. Their fur can also change in thickness and texture, but dull coats may be helped with certain supplements. As for skin, it can also become thinner with age, and therefore becomes susceptible to injury.…