In warm conditions, dog poop starts decomposing within a week but takes about nine weeks to disintegrate fully. During winter, dog poop decomposition slows down and can last for up to 12 months in cold weather. With the spring snowmelt, dog waste that has been covered in snow washes into the watershed, contaminating the water … Read more
If you take good care of your pet’s wound and help them heal quickly then it’s very likely that their fur will grow back normally. When it comes to our beloved pets, we want to keep them healthy and safe. One of the most common health concerns is skin irritation or wounds from bites. But … Read more
According to Chewy, dog poop is a primary food source for rats and mice. If that isn’t bad enough, it’s also important to remember that rats and mice can find their way into just about anything. Therefore, your trash bins aren’t safe from rodents, either. Although your dog may be your best friend, your protector, … Read more
Your dog is more than just your best friend, despite the fact that you may not realize it. It provides unconditional love, is devoted, makes you smile during playtime, lifts your spirits when you’re down, soothes your stress, and protects you from serious health problems. In a similar vein, as a pet owner, you might … Read more
While bleach is great for fighting stains, avoid using it for puppy accidents. Bleach will not kill the odor of dog urine. It simply disinfects the area. More importantly, bleach is harmful to breathe and is very toxic for your puppy. It is common for pet owners to worry about the smell of pet urine … Read more
Since many of my clients have enquired about the seasons’ (also known as “heat”) cycles to prevent their female’s (also known as “bitch”) unintentional pregnancy, I thought a brief article would be helpful. What is the normal course of pregnancy? The average pregnancy lasts 63–65 days (but can be as long as 67 days). After … Read more
In almost all states, a healthy animal that has bitten a human or another domestic animal must undergo a mandatory 10-day quarantine period. Some states require that this quarantine be carried out in an approved animal control facility, while others may allow the quarantine to be carried out at the owner’s home. In today’s world, … Read more
It’s not unusual for dogs to grieve the loss of a person they’ve bonded with who is no longer present. While they might not understand the full extent of human absence, dogs do understand the emotional feeling of missing someone who’s no longer a part of their daily lives. The death of a beloved pet … Read more
In general, tongue, lip and mouth wounds in dogs tend to heal well due to the environment of the oral cavity. The nature of the oral mucosa and the ample blood supply in the mouth aid in a speedy recovery. Cooper recently came to see us after playing with another dog and cutting his tongue. … Read more
Your dog will know when you are mad. Dogs hate to disappoint and can sense the emotions and body language that comes with an upset “parent”. When you are upset with your dog and he gives you those “sweet puppy dog eyes” he knows that you are upset and is hoping to change things. Have … Read more