Leaves and grass are not technically harmful, but, in large amounts, they can cause a blockage, especially in puppies. Make sure to keep an eye on how often your dog is vomiting, especially concerning how much foliage they’re consuming. Do you ever wonder why your puppy eats leaves, if it’s a problem, and if it’s … Read more
Can I Give My Dog Rib Bones? The short answer: No. “I do not recommend giving pork rib bones to your dog,” said Susan Konecny, RN, DVM and medical director at Best Friends Animal Society®. Raw poultry and pork bones, in addition to cooked bones of any kind, should be off limits when it comes … Read more
Even a spray of water can easily become abusive. We cannot choose what a dog finds punishing or reinforcing, particularly with self-reinforcing behaviours like barking or jumping on people. The water may be a little annoying, but jumping on visitors may definitely be worth a few squirts in the face! People have been debating the … Read more
8.2 Euthanasia is not, in law, an act of veterinary surgery, and in most circumstances may be carried out by anyone provided that it is carried out humanely. There may be some misunderstanding regarding the permissibility of euthanasia in veterinary medicine. Depending on where in the world a dog is, specific rules and guidelines must … Read more
In recent years, the practice of docking tails has been met with mixed reactions. On one hand, some people see it as an outdated and cruel procedure, while others maintain that it is for the benefit of the health and safety of the animal in certain contexts. Docking tails is a practice that has been … Read more
While wear and tear on your pup’s paws is normal, dry cracked dog paws are a cause for concern. Be on the lookout for rough, uneven paws with cracks on the pads, often accompanied by abnormal behavior, including symptoms such as: Limping. Licking or chewing the paw pads. Adrienne is a licensed dog trainer and … Read more
Following a general anesthetic, some dogs cry and whimper quite loudly. Neutered dogs usually feel some degree of discomfort immediately following their procedure. It is not unusual for your dog to whine or whimper after being neutered, although some dogs can tolerate pain more than others. Our Farmington Hills veterinarians are aware that deciding whether … Read more
While dogs are able to – and should be permitted to – mate with each other, your doggo can definitely live without mating! In short, it will never harm your dog if he or she can’t mate, and it’s important to recognize that spayed and neutered dogs can live just as long as other pups … Read more
Puppies, probably because they are processing so many new experiences, are likely to spend more time in REM than adult dogs. For these puppers, it’s completely normal to notice quick breathing while they sleep. Puppies are our beloved furry family members, and so it’s important to be aware of their health and wellbeing. One common … Read more
In general, most states don’t have a specific law regarding dog seat belts. However, many do have some sort of regulation for restraining dogs inside or outside of a vehicle. Using pet seat belts. One of those automatic behaviors that you don’t give much thought to Before turning on the engine, you typically reach for … Read more