Something to remember about puppies is that they need sleep – lots of it, just like babies. Your puppy will need about 18-19 hours sleep in every 24. So only expect 4 to 5 hours of being awake and only about an hour at a time. If they’re kept awake and playing, you could both … Read more
Puppies are also most likely to use the bathroom within fifteen minutes of eating or drinking. If you’ve fed your puppy recently or observed it getting a drink of water, try to take it out within ten minutes and walk until it relieves itself. Dogs are typically quite active and curious creatures, so it’s only … Read more
Treating Pneumonia in Dogs Common medications prescribed by vets for the treatment of infectious bacterial or aspiration pneumonia in dogs include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications for fever and pain, and bronchodilators and expectorants for coughing and breathing problems. Feeling troubled by your dogs coughing? Trust your gut. Coughing up blood is a sign that something is … Read more
What to Do? Purchase a bell. … Use a ribbon to hang the bell from the door that leads to your dog’s outdoor restroom. … When it’s time to go outside, gently swing the bell so that it taps your dog’s muzzle. Immediately praise the dog and open the door. Repeat steps 3-4 every time … Read more
One of the best ways to manage over-excitement is to direct your puppy’s energy toward something healthy like an activity or toy. Structured play like Fetch, plus access to mentally stimulating puzzle games and toys, are all super useful tools to help your puppy maintain activeness. Do reward calm behavior. The following behaviors may be … Read more
Finding a new home Make your pet more attractive to potential adopters. Have your pet vaccinated and checked by a veterinarian. … Advertise through friends, neighbors and local veterinarians. … Leverage your social network. … Be transparent with potential adopters. … Get help from shelters and rescue groups. Rehoming your pet is heartbreaking. It frequently … Read more
Fass (bite, attack) As rarely as this might be used, it’s still important to learn it. I only use such commands when I’m alone with my dog because it’s a very dangerous breed, and the only reason I use these German police dog commands is so that the dog doesn’t forget it. There are numerous … Read more
It’s crucial to treat a dog bite wound as soon as possible to lower your risk of developing bacteria. You also should assess the wound to determine the severity. You may occasionally be able to treat yourself with first aid. In other cases, you’ll need immediate medical treatment. Whether the dog is yours or belongs … Read more
Because parvovirus is very contagious and hardy in its environment, proper disinfection is crucial. Dogs with parvovirus should be isolated during their treatment, and for up to 2 weeks after recovery. Most common household cleaners will not kill parvovirus. Dr. When transferring puppies from shelters where parvo is a common occurrence, Swartz offers advice on … Read more
Most of the monthly heartworm medicines have a safety factor of at least 15 days of protection if a dose is missed. This means that if you’re just a week or two late, your pet is likely still within that window of protection and would be unlikely to become infected during that time. As a … Read more