Heartworm preventives do not kill adult heartworms. Also, giving a heartworm preventive to a dog infected with adult heartworms may be harmful or deadly. If microfilariae are in the dog’s bloodstream, the preventive may cause the microfilariae to suddenly die, triggering a shock-like reaction and possibly death. While it is convenient to buy all of … Read more
Is Imodium Safe for Dogs? Some dogs with certain types of diarrhea can take Imodium, but in other cases, giving your dog Immodium can lead to potentially serious side effects like constipation, sedation (which can be severe), bloat and pancreatitis. As many pet owners can attest, it can be heartbreaking to watch a beloved pup … Read more
We can all recall watching our animal companions romp through the wilderness as if they were unstoppable. Morning walks and carefree playtime with our pets may rank among some of our favorite pet memories. Get your dog back on all fours as soon as possible when they exhibit signs of pain. Is it safe to … Read more
While a 6 week old puppy might be fully weaned, they will not have all the necessary skills and behaviors to function properly as adults. A 6 week old puppy needs a lot of play and will learn bite inhibition during this time. A puppy’s early weeks are crucial for his or her physical and … Read more
People often wonder if it is possible to register a dog without papers. Continental Kennel Club offers a couple of ways for you to register your dog if this is your situation. If your dog is not purebred, the “Non-Purebred Canine Registration Application” might be the correct app for you. Registering your dog comes with … Read more
Feeding marrow bones to raw fed dogs and cats is a great way to support them physically and mentally, offering them the opportunity to chew as they would in the wild as well as benefitting from a range of natural nutrients found in the marrow and bone themselves. Important: Never feed cooked bones to your … Read more
Many owners go as far as to kiss their pets every day. But is it actually safe to lay a smooch on Fido or Fluffy? First, the good news: Odds are that smooching a pet is no big deal, at least from a contagious disease standpoint. “If you have a healthy mouth, you should be … Read more
While your pet may love being outdoors and is well-trained, it doesn’t mean he will be safe. There are many dangers that your dog will experience when he’s left alone outside, such as weather conditions, poisonous plants or chemicals, or attack by other animals. For many pet owners, the decision of whether or not to … Read more
A muzzle is only meant to be used for short periods of time, and only when your dog is supervised. Behavioral problems like barking and chewing are, by their nature, ongoing issues, so a muzzle, a tool meant for temporary and short-term use, is not a solution. One of the most misunderstood but crucial training … Read more
Some of the things to consider are gender, size, and age. Most experts agree that, as a rule, male and female dogs get along better than two females or two males. However, that being said, I’ve known many households (including my own) that successfully have two of the same gender dogs without any problems at … Read more