My Dog Attacked Another Dog Will It Be Put Down? Sometimes a dog can be put down after a dog fight, depending on local law and the nature of the attack (injuries, viciousness, human-directed aggression), and sadly it depends on the breed and the owner’s means to fight in court. In California, following a dog … Read more
There are many ways dogs and cats can sustain brain injuries. Common causes of brain injury in pets include being hit by a vehicle, attacks by larger animals (e.g. being severely shaken and/or bitten), falling from a high height, blunt force trauma, or gunshot wounds. Even the most attentive dog owners occasionally miss the signs … Read more
Dogs can survive for up to five days without food and up to two days without water. We aren’t recommending anything this long. But fasting your pup for a day or two will do them no harm and in fact can help their body heal when they aren’t feeling well. Fasting is an important part … Read more
Can a dog eye injury heal on its own? In some cases, yes. Certain injuries like corneal ulcers or scratches may heal on their own, but they still need to be assessed by a vet. If an infection develops, or there is foreign material like a grass seed still lodged within the eye, the consequences … Read more
Dogs will eat rabbit poop because they enjoy the taste and smell. It’s usually harmless, but parasites in rabbit feces can cause sickness and diarrhea. Sickness caused by rabbit feces can lead to kidney and liver problems if left untreated. My dog regularly consumes rabbit droppings from the yard. Do I need to be concerned … Read more
The top five causes of sudden unexpected death among 151 dogs were, in order, heart disease, toxicosis, gastrointestinal disease, trauma, and hemorrhage not associated with trauma. It’s fitting that I was on a baseball field when I received the call because it was unexpected. My wife moved our dog Wags to our couch after he … Read more
Dogs can go for 8 to 10 hours without urinating overnight, while sleeping. However, all dogs need to be taken out after a meal or a drink, upon waking up and after a period of play. Health: Urinary frequency in dogs will vary due to factors such as age, sex, body size and overall health. … Read more
While the parvovirus vaccine is incredibly effective, there are some instances where a vaccinated dog can still get parvo. “Unfortunately, even those who are already vaccinated against parvovirus could potentially become infected,” Dr. Simon told The Dodo. Even after receiving a vaccination, your puppy may still be susceptible to parvovirus, but the risk of this … Read more
Even though training your dog is challenging enough, most dog owners will agree that it would be significantly more challenging without milk bones. This is a technique for rewarding your dog after they have finished a trick or maneuver to encourage them to repeat it. The best training method for dogs is milk bones because … Read more
Most swimming pools have a low chlorine level and are therefore not usually harmful to dogs in small amounts. That said, anything in excess can be a problem. If your dog drinks too much chorinated water, this can cause irritation that may lead to vomiting and esophagus erosion. Given that many dogs enjoy swimming in … Read more