Studies have also highlighted that dogs do react favorably to the smell of their owner and their family. A dog is able to recognize the scent of their own family. As our canine friends become more and more integrated into our lives, many of us can attest to the strong bond that forms between us … Read more
Although dogs and cats can get Lyme disease, there is no evidence that they spread the disease directly to their owners. However, pets can bring infected ticks into your home or yard. Consider protecting your pet, and possibly yourself, through the use of tick control products for animals. Although there is no proof that cats … Read more
Dogs experience the same reactions to pesticide exposure as do humans. These include immediate symptoms such as skin rashes, nausea and vomiting, eye irritations, and respiratory problems. Longer term health issues are more serious. As an avid pet-owner, you likely take your dog’s health and well-being into account for every decision you make. One of … Read more
Mulches of any type could contain pesticides or molds that could be toxic to your dog if eaten. Cocoa bean mulch is susceptible to mold, and other mulch types may contain molds such as penitrem A and roquefortine that could cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors or seizures. A more severe toxic reaction could even be fatal. … Read more
Since a dog’s stomach is highly acidic, an empty stomach can cause nausea in many dogs. These “hunger pukes” are most common in raw fed dogs, since raw food is digested in approximately 4 hours as opposed to kibble fed dogs. A sick puppy is one of the worst things that can happen to a … Read more
The short answer is yes – it can cause a sore throat and damage the dog’s vocal cords. In addition, the intense stress associated with prolonged barking can lead to a variety of behavioral issues. Let’s look in detail at why dogs may bark for long periods and the results of this behavior. For dogs, … Read more
While there is no ‘cure’ for fear aggression, there are many positive things you can do to help manage the problem and get your dog to a place where she can exist in harmony within an environment which she previously found scary. Dog bites can occur for a variety of reasons, but fear and aggression … Read more
Although over-the-counter (OTC) eye drops and ointments can soothe uncomfortable symptoms in humans, it is not recommended to use them for dogs without being advised by a veterinarian to do so. Your dog’s eye’s anatomy and function are generally similar to your own. However, there are some distinctions, such as a third eyelid that adds … Read more
“Most humans see the rainbow as violet, blue, blue-green, green, yellow, orange, and red while dogs see blue, light blue, gray, light yellow, darker yellow, and a very dark grey.” Did you know that Embark Embark Embark is a canine genomics and biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts. The company offers dog DNA testing services … Read more
Not only are they able to sniff out illness in humans, but they can also do the same when it comes to other dogs, and this is largely due to their incredible sense of smell. Flu season is here, and based on past experience, you probably had your dog by your side in case you … Read more