The ASPCA recently conducted a study concluding what most shelter volunteers already know: potential pet parents love pretty puppies. Why? Too many adoptive pet parents see little beyond that immediate cuteness factor–leading to rushed adoption choices. There are a lot of reasons why prospective pet parents should skip the pretty puppies in favor of an ...
Seizures in your senior dog may be a scary experience if you do not know what is causing the problem, since the reasons can vary. Witnessing the seizure is heartbreaking as I have done so with my own little dog. Your dog may fall over, lose control of bodily functions, with possible whining and paddling ...
Like humans, dogs have a mechanism for relieving irritation of the throat or airways which we classically know of as the cough. Whereas humans develop coughs rather frequently in response to a cold or mild respiratory infection, cough is less common in our canine counterparts. A persistent canine cough can be a sign of serious ...
Senior and geriatric dogs may be less energetic than younger dogs but this does not mean they have stopped learning or no longer wish to participate in family activities. In fact, they live for these moments. What else would they be storing all that energy for? As dogs age it is not only their bodies ...
What is dog Coprophagia? Dog Coprophagia is when a dog eats his or her own feces. The next question you are probably wondering is, “How do I treat my dog’s Copraphagia? Well unfortunately, there is not a miracle treatment that will work for all dogs. It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure ...
The typical lifespan of a dog is approximately13 years with variations depending on size and breed. Regardless of these variables, aging dogs require special care that is very similar to that of an elderly person. Here are a few tips for the owners of older dogs that will ensure healthy aging for their faithful friends. ...
While it’s potentially life-threatening, intussusception of the intestines in dogs is fortunately rare. Although this condition can strike dogs of all ages, puppies are more at risk than older dogs. According to peteducation.com, no specific breed appears to have a tendency toward developing the problem. During an intussusception, a portion of the dog’s intestine telescopes ...
The family dog spends his entire life earning a place in the house that is considered his spot. Sometimes it’s just a corner with a blanket, or an old pillow that no one else wants. He is loyal to his family, always happy, often giving sloppy kisses without a reason, and always protecting that which ...
You want your dog to live a happy and healthy life and an important part of every dog’s life is socialization. Your dog must have access to social interaction as often as possible, because this will ensure they can safely play with both humans and other dogs. Sadly, many shelters don’t give dogs the chance ...
Ectropion is a condition in dogs in which the lower eyelid rolls outward, giving the eye a loose or droopy appearance. The position of the eyelid exposes the internal lining, known as the palpebral conjunctiva. Ectropion may be seen in one or both eyes. Causes of Ectropion Ectropion can occur in any breed, but it ...
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