Do Dogs Grieve the Loss of Another Dog?
Every one of us who has lived with and loved a dog knows the pain of grief when we lose them. But what about the other dogs in our home? Do they grieve the loss as well? Answering this question isn’t as simple as it sounds.
How To Identify a Dog Allergic Reaction
Dogs can experience allergic reactions just like humans do. Often these are low-grade, chronic problems such as a food or pollen allergy, but dogs can have severe or anaphylactic reactions too.
Do Fleas Die in Winter?
Your house is perfect for fleas all year round. Even if the outdoor weather is sufficient to eliminate fleas, every life stage will be nice and cozy in our warm homes that are complete with nooks and crannies to hide and hosts to feed on.
What Is a Double-Coated Dog?
Regular grooming is an important part of caring for a double-coated dog. Without a proper grooming routine, the dog’s fur can form tangles and mats that may need to be cut out. If left unattended for long enough, these can become painful and even cause sores or skin damage.
How To Train an Aggressive Dog
An aggressive dog can be dangerous and a liability in the event she hurts a person or another animal. The good news is that aggressive behavior can be successfully modified using a combination of good management and humane behavior modification.
Why Is My Dog’s Tail Down?
If your dog’s tail is down and he’s not acting like his normal self, something is likely bothering him either emotionally or physically—or both. Determining context can go a long way toward helping your pooch feel better. Is he afraid of something? If so, remove “the thing” or help him get away from the situation and see if he goes back to being his happy-go-lucky self.
What is Flyball?
Flyball takes the game of fetch to the next level by adding hurdles, a box to turn on, and other dogs racing at the same time. It's a relay race for dogs, where teams compete against each other for title points and bragging rights.
Anaphylaxis in Dogs
Anaphylaxis in dogs is an immediate, severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. Potentially fatal symptoms can appear as quickly as within 5 minutes of exposure.
Why Do Dogs Bark at Nothing?
Every dog who barks has a reason for it. Every dog who barks has a reason for it. Determining the cause of barking though depends on the individual context.
When to Choose a Dog Recovery Suit
That plastic Elizabethan cone that has been traditionally used to stop dogs from licking, biting, or scratching at wounds, surgical stitches, and skin irritations works, but it’s not comfortable. A dog recovery suit is not only less cumbersome for your dog, it is also a more effective option than a cone.
Identifying Dog Hip Dysplasia
With hip dysplasia, the two parts of the hip joint don’t fit together tightly and fully. This can result in a hip dysplasia stance, and also odd gaits and limping that indicate that a vet should take a closer look.
How Much Does Dog Grooming Cost?
So how much does salon grooming cost and what can you do to make grooming more affordable? Keep in mind that grooming costs can vary widely depending on factors such as breed, size, coat type and the groomer's experience.
Can Dogs Get Cold Sores?
Dogs can get a bump that looks like a person’s cold sore—that small crater-like ulcer on the inside of your lip. But, cold sores in humans are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1, which cannot be transferred to or from your dog.
Can I Give My Dog Tylenol?
Tylenol, or acetaminophen, is a go-to pain reliever for humans, but it can be deadly to dogs. Do not give your dog any Tylenol for any reason.
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I am a fan of dog-park rules, and I, too, have taken pictures of the posted rules at every dog park I have ever visited, in an effort to see how different communities have responded to the people and dogs there.