NO! People may believe because worms are usually harmless in humans, that they’re probably not too dangerous in dogs either and that they can rid themselves of them, but this is not the case. Dogs cannot get rid of worms themselves. Medical assistance will be required to some extent. When your puppy is between the … Read more
They live on dead tissue, poop, and other disgusting things! If you see something that looks like a maggot in your dog’s poo, it’s more likely to be intestinal worms. However, if there really are maggots in your dog’s stools, they probably arrived after the stool was passed. Although we frequently view cleaning up after … Read more
Like any major retailer that sells groceries and other food items, Costco’s pet policy is restricted to service animals only. All other pets, including dogs, that are not specifically trained to assist with accessibility are not permitted inside of any Costco Warehouse locations. Dogs are frequently prohibited from entering stores, especially those involved in the … Read more
In general, dogs should not eat sugar. Dogs can consume foods with naturally occurring sugars, like fruits and vegetables, but dog owners should avoid feeding their pets food products containing added sugar. Semi-regular sugar consumption can cause weight gain and impact various organs and metabolic processes. These are reasonable concerns to have if your dog … Read more
Sometimes dog warts are so numerous, large, or located in places that result in secondary symptoms like lameness, difficulty eating or drinking, or eye irritation. Warts may bleed or become infected with bacteria. In rare cases, warts that fail to resolve on their own can turn into cancerous tumors. Dog warts are small lumps that … Read more
The risk with letting your puppy roam free outside before he’s fully vaccinated is that he’ll be more susceptible to picking up certain illnesses from other animals. “Puppies are at risk of fatal contagious diseases, like canine parvovirus (parvo) and canine distemper virus, until they receive all their boosters,” Dr. It’s vitally important to spend … Read more
The larval stage of the parasite can invade the nervous system and lead to swelling of the brain and spinal cord. The adult worm may grow to more than 2 inches in diameter and cause increased pressure on the brain, which results in loss of muscle control, blindness, head tilting, stumbling, and paralysis. Angiostrongylus vasorum … Read more
We’re living in strange times. There have never been so many requests to “stay home” for so long in recent memory. The more significant drawbacks of spending so much time indoors—mental, physical, social, and so forth—are frequently highlighted. Recent news reports have made us aware of a less obvious side effect of lockdown: vitamin D … Read more
Unvaccinated puppies are vulnerable to dangerous illnesses like parvovirus, leptospirosis and distemper, which they can get from both contact with other dogs and from feces left on the ground by other dogs. Is it a good idea to take your brand-new bundle of joy out on the town right away? You can’t wait to show … Read more
It is actually not that unusual for two female dogs in heat to fight. With raging hormones, there is also likely some level of competition going on. It is best to keep females in heat separate until they come out of heat if spaying is not an option due to the dogs being used for … Read more