In general, dogs should drink approximately 1 ounce of water (1/8 of a cup) per pound of body weight each day. You might be surprised to learn from our veterinarians that cats and dogs require different amounts of water for their sizes when it comes to drinking. It all comes down to how their bodies … Read more
Common worms are readily controllable with a routine worming treatment for puppies. They should be wormed every two weeks until twelve weeks of age, then monthly until six months of age. After six months all dogs need to be wormed every three months for effective protection. Learn more about worms and your dog. Regular deworming … Read more
Congratulations on getting a new puppy! It will be a lot of fun, but there will also be a lot of work to do. For starters, you may be wondering how to prevent a puppy from peeing inside. You’ll be relieved to learn that it’s fairly simple, but it does require consistency and some patience … Read more
Generally, young puppies need about one-half cup of water every two hours. You’ll want to monitor your puppy to make sure he’s drinking enough . . . and not too much. Older puppies that have already been weaned generally need between one half ounce and one ounce of water per pound of body weight per … Read more
A general rule of thumb for determining the amount of water a dog should drink daily is 1 ounce (1/8 of a cup) of fluids per pound of body weight. For example, a 10-pound dog should drink approximately 10 fluid ounces per day, while a 100-pound dog should drink roughly 100 fluid ounces in a … Read more
A:Start with a very small serving of cooked pumpkin, working up to no more than 1 teaspoon (per 10 lbs. of body weight). For small dogs, that max amount might mean ½ teaspoon per day, while large dogs can safely eat 1-4 tablespoons daily. You will notice pumpkin products appearing everywhere as fall approaches. Pumpkin … Read more
The summer season brings with it many delights, including the sweet, juicy taste of watermelon. While many of us enjoy this delicious fruit, our canine companions may also partake in the summertime snack. However, understanding how much watermelon a dog can eat is essential to making sure their health is not compromised. Given the unique … Read more
Dogs are just like people: they need water to survive. And just like with people, not getting enough water is the worst thing you can do. Here’s everything you need to know about dogs and their thirst to help you understand what your pet needs and how to make sure he gets it. But how … Read more
If you’re feeding a fresh, whole diet, then you would need 125 IU of vitamin D per 1,000 calories of food at minimum and 750 IU maximum, according to AAFCO. So a typically active 33 pound dog would need between 125 and 750 IU of vitamin D in his diet daily. Be Careful Dosing Your … Read more
What are Dog Feeding Charts? Adult Dog Size (lbs) Dry Food Feeding Amount (Cups) 26 to 50 2 to 2-2/3 51 to 75 2-2/3 to 3-1/3 76 to 100 3-1/3 to 4-1/4 100+ 4-1/4 plus 1/4 cup for each 10 lbs of body weight over 100 lbs The right amount of high-quality dog food is … Read more