Curiosity kills the cat and curiosity can also be the downfall of a dog if it meets a porcupine. Dogs are very inquisitive animals. Dogs are known for their high prey drives. Scurrying things will not escape the attention of these animals. However not all small animals can be a victim of the sharp teeth [...]
In the wild, dogs in a pack have this habit of grooming each other. These grooming sessions would happen every time the dogs congregate. Nowadays, the grooming of the pet is done by the owners although dogs would still lick and bite and scratch the fur. Dog owners take pride in having a pet with [...]
Epistaxis, commonly known as nose bleeding happens to humans and to animals. In humans, nose bleeding usually does not pose a real threat. This is due to the fact that nose bleeding can result from nose picking or an effect of artificial indoor heat in winter. The bleeding will naturally stop after a while even [...]
Dog owners are warned by ASPCA about the inclusion of avocados in the dog’s diet. This highly nutritious fruit is listed as one of the people foods that must not be given to dog. A lot of dog of dog owners have watched how the pet suffered after eating these fruits. However, other dog owners [...]
A dog with prolapsed vaginal tissues would be a gruesome sight as this health concern would cause the swollen vaginal tissues that cannot be contained within thevulva to spill out and appear like a donut or lifesaver protruding from the vaginal lips. This condition is most common in young and unspayed dogs. St. Bernard, German [...]
Is the belief that an ugly dog also has an ugly owner true? This notion stems from the fact that the appearance of the dog reflects the kind of care it receives from its owner. A dirty and ill kept dog with oozing sores or tangled fur therefore would be believed to have a neglectful [...]
Have you witnessed dogs mating? These animals are not very particular where they will do the sexual act. These animals will be seen mating anywhere – on the streets, on the beach and in the park. A bitch in heat emits a distinct smell that is not unlike a red flag that attracts male dogs.
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Dog owners know that even premium quality foods does not have all the essential nutrients that will guarantee the pet’s overall health. This is why dog owners would still provide the pet with supplements and vitamins. Pet parent would give the dog fruits and vegetable as these people foods are rich in vitamins and minerals. [...]
Strangulation can take your pet away from you in a few minutes! Dog owners would naturally want to keep the pet safe. However there are times when the preventive measures taken by the dog owner would result to the death of the pet. A dog owner that leaves the dog for a few minutes leashed [...]
Most people hearing about grooming the dog would think about bathing, brushing the coat, eye and eat cleaning as well dental care for the pet. Overall nail care must also be included in the grooming routine. This part of grooming routine often takes a back seat as not many dogs would allow even their favorite [...]
