Socialization is a vital aspect of raising a well-adjusted dog. Even though your puppy may be adorable, if they don’t receive enough socialization during the crucial socialization window of about 6 to 16 weeks, they are likely to eventually develop behavioral issues. We address when it’s too late to socialize a puppy and the best … Read more
Immediately after surgery, your dog may not seem like their usual self, or they may feel queasy or tired – these are typical side effects of general anesthesia. Your pup should begin behaving more like themselves the next day and show little sign of pain or discomfort the next day. If you have a male … Read more
Most women have some extent of a stomach pooch after having children from a separation of the six-pack muscles. There are simply certain areas of your body where fat accumulates, and that fat is resistant to all forms of diet and exercise. To begin with, keep in mind that you are the owner of a … Read more
The 4Health Dog Food line, which is only produced and offered at Tractor Supply Co., includes a collection of recipes for grain-free dog food. stores. A superior brand of dog food, 4Health makes sure that superior ingredients don’t have to cost a fortune. Without the grain ingredients that could trigger allergic reactions or digestive problems, … Read more
At 4 months, your puppy is growing rapidly. By this time they’re likely at least half of their adult weight—and their personality is blossoming. They’re more independent, more curious, and more inclined to get into everything that’s get-into-able. The roly-poly little puppy you brought home a few short weeks ago may already seem like a … Read more
The short answer is no. While your vet may prescribe aspirin to help your dog when they’re in pain, you should not give them the same medication you have in your cabinet. Medicines like ibuprofen and naproxen can be toxic to dogs, even in small doses. Baby aspirin taken in low doses can temporarily relieve … Read more
AKC participates in affiliate advertising programs that give websites a way to monetize their content by promoting and linking to akc. org. If you buy something after reading this article, we might get a cut of the sale. Is My 10 Month Puppy Still Considered A Puppy?Growth and Development Around the 10- to 12-month point, … Read more
The ideal age for socializing a puppy is between 6 and 16 weeks and this is called the critical socialization period or socialization window. In essence, the 16-week mark is pretty much the cut-off date for a period in your puppy’s social development. Given that a puppy’s age can have an impact on behavior and … Read more
Once temperatures drop under 20 F, all pet parents need to be aware that their dogs could develop cold-associated health problems like hypothermia or frostbite when outside for extended periods of time. Many dog owners are wondering if it’s too cold for their dogs to be outside as winter approaches. There are ways to protect … Read more
45 degrees or so are generally acceptable, but you’ll still want to keep an eye on how your dog is handling itself in these temperatures. 30-40 degrees is potentially unsafe for your dog, depending on what breed. If they are a Northern breed or have a heavy coat, they are likely okay outside. When it … Read more