Puppies must be 8 to 12 weeks old before leaving their mothers and siblings. There are many reasons that puppies should stay with their mothers until this time, which include socialization, breed/size, weaning, behavioral learning, and legal issues. Keep an eye on orphaned puppies because they are prone to dehydration, hypoglycemia, hypothermia, and other health … Read more
Puppies at 8 weeks of age are too small to chew on bones as they can cause problems like vomiting, diarrhea, upset stomach, choking, etc. So, you need to avoid giving them bones until they reach the right age. In the meantime, you can buy chew toys for them to keep them occupied. As a … Read more
Puppies should begin eating solid food about 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 weeks of age. Initially, make gruel by mixing a milk replacer in puppy food soaked in water and place this mixture in a flat saucer. When bringing a puppy home, it’s important to understand the nutritional needs of your pet. In the first … Read more
Gender does play a role in how a dog will behave, so it’s a question that frequently arises when families are considering getting a second dog. Fortunately, when you adopt a new dog into your family, you can select what kind of dog, how old they are, and whether they are a male or a … Read more
Puppies must be 8 to 12 weeks old before leaving their mothers and siblings. There are many reasons that puppies should stay with their mothers until this time, which include socialization, breed/size, weaning, behavioral learning, and legal issues. Compared to many other mammals, puppies are relatively immature at birth, and large breed puppies are less … Read more
Rabies is a serious and potentially fatal neuro-viral disease that affects both animals and humans. It is typically transmitted through the bite of an infected animal, and is most commonly seen in wild animals like foxes, raccoons, and skunks. Unfortunately, dogs can also be carriers of the rabies virus, making them a risk to both … Read more
Yes, puppies can have pig ears, BUT we recommend that you wait until your puppy is of 6 months of age or older before giving this treat. This is due to health concerns with the pig ears themselves. It should be noted that even after six months of age, there are still risks to consuming … Read more
The most common reason for a dog to throw up white foam is GI distress. Foamy vomit may occur if a pooch has excess gas in his stomach. If your dog is experiencing indigestion and there’s nothing left in his stomach to expel, he may start throwing up this pale, frothy liquid or foam. Have … Read more
Predicting the color of Labrador puppies: Two yellow Labradors mated together will never throw brown or black puppies. All their offspring will be yellow. This is because yellow dogs do not possess the big E gene which is needed to switch off the masking effect. The Yellow Labrador Retriever is an iconic breed of dog … Read more
Also, puppies that drink more water than they usually do may have polydipsia, which could be a sign of underlying metabolic changes, such as kidney issues, infection of the uterus, diabetes, or Cushing’s disease. This is especially true if it’s paired with an increase in urination. Having a puppy is an exciting yet challenging experience; … Read more