Robby Signs of lungworm disease are vague, and easily confused with other illnesses, including: Weight loss. Breathing difficulties. Coughing (especially bringing up blood) Lethargy. Poor blood clotting/persistent bleeding. General sickness. Circling. Stomach and back pain. Angiostrongylus Vasorum, a type of parasitic worm that causes lungworm, can infect dogs, foxes, and badgers. It resides in the lungs’ … Read more
Drop a teaspoon of raw honey into your dog’s fresh fruit and vegetable smoothies for a healthy, cool snack on a hot summer day. Mix honey with peanut butter, freeze the mixture, and add it into a treat toy to add some extra nutrition to your dog’s day. In addition to tasting good, raw honey … Read more
Dogs and cats can both benefit from adding pumpkin to their diets. It is a source of insoluble fiber, which can help with diarrhea, colitis, anal sac disease and constipation. It is also very nutritious and high in antioxidants, beta-carotene and vitamin A. If you own a pet, you are probably already aware of the … Read more
Should you purchase a slow feeder dog bowl? is a frequent query from dog owners. Like with anything, owning one has some advantages and, conversely, some disadvantages. We advise you to observe your dog to determine whether or not providing him with a slow-feed dog bowl would be advantageous to him. Let’s explore some benefits … Read more
Dogs generally tolerate trazodone well, but the following side effects may occur: Sedation/drowsiness. Lethargy. Because of its sedative and anxiety-relieving properties, trazodone is a medication that is frequently used in veterinary medicine. Veterinarians have only recently started using this drug for dogs, despite the fact that it was initially created more than fifty years ago … Read more
So say scientists in Hungary, who have published a groundbreaking study that found dogs understand both the meaning of words and the intonation used to speak them. Put simply: Even if you use a very excited tone of voice to tell the dog he’s going to the vet, he’ll probably see through you and be … Read more
The results demonstrated no reduction in aggressive behavior after surgical castration and a significant increase in dog-directed aggressive behavior after chemical castration. By contrast, other studies seem to suggest that gonadectomy prevents or improves the aggressive behavior of dogs. TL;DR: Neutering your male dog has a number of advantages, including lowering the risk of developing … Read more
Symptoms usually start within 30 to 90 mins of ingestion and can last a few days as THC is stored in fat cells and can take some time to metabolize in the body. Of course, cannabis affects each dog differently, same as humans, which means each dog will have different symptoms. There are several things … Read more
The average cost to get your dog’s nails trimmed usually ranges from approximately $10 to $25. Nationally, the average for dog grooming prices is $60-$80, which usually encompasses not only nail trimming but also bathing, haircuts and other services. The upkeep of a pet’s nails is an important component of a healthy and safe environment … Read more
Daily sleep Greyhounds are one of the most popular breeds of dogs, known for their grace and elegance. They are famous for being loyal and gentle companions, but how much do we really know about their sleeping habits? Many people assume that because of their size, greyhounds do not need to sleep as much as … Read more