In many if not most jurisdictions there is no legal precedent for marrying an animal, however, several individuals claim to have done so. Simply Eloped is of the opinion that eloping need not be limited to you and your sweetheart; should you so choose, we adore it when our couples include their family. Watch our … Read more
Most veterinarians say it’s important to hold off on any serious jogging with a dog—any “running other than puppy play,” in Schwartz’s words—until it’s fully grown, to avoid developmental issues. Find your bookmarks under my profile in the Independent Premium section. Please do not display this message again. Start off slowly Can you imagine if … Read more
Antihistamines are usually safe but can make some dogs drowsy and others hyperactive. OTC antihistamine preparations may contain other ingredients such as decongestants that are not safe for dogs. Read the label carefully to ensure that the product only contains antihistamine. What you may be witnessing is your poor pup suffering from allergies, which are … Read more
Yes. However, we suggest bathing your dog before applying Advantage® II. Just make sure your dog is thoroughly towel-dried before application. If you choose to bathe your dog in between treatments, we recommend use of a general grooming shampoo for pets. When it comes to properly caring for your dog, there are a number of … Read more
Purina advises that “you might consider microwaving wet foods (out of the can) for a short time. But avoid serving food that is either too hot or too cold.” So, there are owners who warm their dog’s chilled food to simply bring it back to room temperature or slightly above. So you want to warm … Read more
Don’t abuse the crate. It is a useful management tool, but your dog shouldn’t live in a cage day and night, with few opportunities for playtime and “people” time. If your dog is being crated for any extended periods during the day, it is a good idea to allow him to sleep in someone’s room … Read more
Devocalization (also known as ventriculocordectomy or vocal cordectomy and when performed on dogs is commonly known as debarking or bark softening) is a surgical procedure performed on dogs and cats, where tissue is removed from the animal’s vocal cords to permanently reduce the volume of its vocalizations. The idea of removing a pet’s vocal cords … Read more
Leaving your dog alone after surgery can be hard on you, however, you may not know that giving them space will allow them to rest easier. You don’t need to feel bad about leaving them alone, as long as otherwise stated by your vet, leaving them alone is perfectly okay. If you are a pet … Read more
Some owners and prospective owners are going to be upset by my viewpoint. Nevertheless, its based on my experience, research, and common sense. Yes, dogs need and deserve a fenced area where they can walk around and burn some energy, especially on grass or dirt, several times per day. You would have to lead your … Read more
Even though some would argue that dogs don’t feel any pain when you scruff them, their main argument being that their mothers carried them by the scruff when they were puppies, this isn’t true. Adult dogs can’t be carried around like that, even the smallest of breeds. According to the theory behind “scruff shaking,” mother … Read more