What are the symptoms of deafness in dogs? Show a change in obedience or attentiveness. Appear unresponsive to everyday sounds, such as the doorbell or vacuum. Appear unresponsive to his/her name. Fail to respond to familiar verbal commands. Be difficult to rouse from sleep. Be less active. Bark excessively. About 100 dog breeds have a … Read more
Few breeds experience as much misidentification as the pit bull among the countless others. Although the term is nondescript and was taken from the name of the American pit bull terrier, it is frequently used to refer to all dogs with boxy heads, regardless of their breed composition. In fact, many people refer to a … Read more
Watch for signs that your puppy needs to go out. Some signs are obvious, such as barking or scratching at the door, squatting, restlessness, sniffing around or circling. When you see these signs, immediately grab the leash and take them outside to their bathroom spot. How do you know if your dog is constipated? Can … Read more
There are signs of dog pregnancy you can watch for, including: Increase in appetite. Weight gain. Increase in nipple size. Swollen belly. Tires more easily. Nesting behavior. More affectionate. Irritability. Maybe you’re hoping for puppies or concerned that your recently adopted dog is starting to look a little “round,” and you’re wondering if she’s pregnant. … Read more
Your dog may have different reactions depending on what they’ve digested. Some of the more concerning signs that indicate your dog has eaten something they shouldn’t include: vomiting, shaking, panting, diarrhea, lack of appetite, and lethargy. Any of these symptoms could indicate that your dog ate something toxic. Pawing at the mouth. Drooling. Vomiting. Gagging … Read more
The Top Behaviors and Signs Your Dog Doesn’t Like You They cower or hide when you’re around. They tuck their tail between their legs when they see you (and notably don’t wag their tail) Their body stiffens, or fur stands up in your presence. They flatten their ears or arch their backs around you. When … Read more
Bleeding or inflamed gums. Discolored teeth (brown or yellow) Loose or missing teeth. Bad breath (halitosis) When something is wrong, your dog’s gums are like tiny warning lights that flash red, and at Green Dog Dental, we assist pet owners in recognizing these symptoms. Reddened gums are one of the earliest and most reliable symptoms … Read more
Ear mites live in the ear canal and on the surrounding skin. Signs of ear mites in dogs include scratching around the ears, head and neck, skin irritation, head shaking, the presence of an ear discharge that is dark and waxy (resembling coffee grounds) and an unpleasant odour from the ears. Ear mites are a … Read more
Small dogs tend to benefit from extra insulation during the winter, as they have a harder time retaining body heat. Medium or large dogs who have lost muscle mass due to age or illness may also need sweaters to help them retain the heat they do produce. The chill can last well into spring, even … Read more
A torn ACL in dogs is troublesome and requires some rehab, starting with rest (contingency), healing and (nourishment), and soon therapy. It is a common sporting injury in both humans and dogs (I tore my left knee twice, ending a less-than-impressive footballing career…) It’s not the end of the world. While unsettling as the joint … Read more