Dogs cannot have cranberry juice due to the high sugar content and potentially toxic ingredients. While whole cranberries are safe for dogs and can help prevent bladder infection, pet parents should never give their dog cranberry juice. Cranberry juice is a popular beverage with many health benefits, but it’s important to remember that humans aren’t … Read more
For humans, detecting gas leaks can be very difficult without the use of specialized equipment. However, dogs can do this with just their sense of smell. A dog may exhibit a number of signs when it detects danger, such as gas. This encompasses complaining or crying, acting erratically, withdrawing, or becoming overly animated. Additionally, you … Read more
Wax candles are typically made from paraffin, beeswax, or soy. None of these materials tend to be poisonous to dogs. When ingested, they tend to soften and pass through the dog’s intestinal tract without issue. The question of whether or not dogs can die from eating candle wax is an important one that many pet … Read more
Dogs who are exposed to the cold for too long may experience hypothermia, a dangerous condition that develops when the body’s core temperature falls too low. When a dog’s body temperature drops below 99 degrees Fahrenheit, mild hypothermia sets in. Frostbite can also become an issue at extreme low temperatures. Hypothermia can also cause cardiac … Read more
Answer: Yes, absolutely! But canine drama queens are known as “reactive” dogs. As with human drama queens, reactive dogs respond in an overly emotional manner to life events―even rather mundane ones. First of all, your dog is probably hurt or ill if he acts that way. Take it seriously if something seems off because a … Read more
Fats are a highly digestible form of energy for canines. In fact, “approximately 90-95 percent of the fat they [dogs] eat gets metabolized.” It’s often wondered if dogs can digest fat properly. After all, we have all seen our furry friends stealing off the kitchen counter and enjoying a delicious snack. But can dogs actually … Read more
While it may be hard to believe, drinking too much water can be fatal to your dog. Ingesting too much water while playing in a pool or lawn sprinkler or retrieving toys from a river causes electrolyte levels to drop (hypoatremia) which thins blood plasma and leads to swelling of the brain and other internal … Read more
When it comes to pets, cats and dogs are two of the most beloved animals. We often see households that have both cats and dogs living under the same roof, but this can sometimes lead to concern around the animals spreading illnesses. It is a common question among pet owners: can dogs catch anything from … Read more
Pets nostrils, in general, are much smaller than a human’s, so those fumes affect animals much faster. Paints most often irritate their skin and mucous membranes if contact is made. This is an irritant, but luckily, it is not expected to cause toxicity or poisoning. The idea of painting your home can often be daunting–especially … Read more
Although extremely rare, dog teeth cleaning risks do exist. As with any living creature under general anesthesia (including humans), there is always the risk of organ failure or death. 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 … Read more