Vaccination does not always prevent infection, but it tends to make the disease much milder if infection occurs. There is the potential for vaccinated dogs that do become infected to become long-term carriers of Leptospirosis. Leptospirosis is a disease brought on by bacteria that infected wildlife excretes in their urine. The largest reservoirs are found … Read more
The Canine Genetic Age test measures the length of a dog’s telomeres to determine their age at a genetic level and uses its database of more than 102 dog breeds to pinpoint their breed composition. Results are available within 2 to 3 weeks and priced at only $79 (full test including breed is priced at … Read more
Recap: Can dogs have cereal? Dogs definitely shouldn’t eat cereal as a meal like we humans do. However, dogs can eat cereal in very small amounts as long as it doesn’t contain any ingredients that are toxic to dogs, and it is only as an occasional treat. One of the most common breakfast options in … Read more
Plain, cooked pork is safe for dogs to eat, as long as you keep it simple and leave off the bells and whistles people tend to cook with. Seasonings and spice rubs that contain the following ingredients are extremely dangerous because they are highly toxic to dogs if ingested: Onion powder. Pork is often a … Read more
After your dog eats a sock, you must watch their poop closely to make sure it passes. If there’s still no sign of the sock after 24 hours, schedule a visit to the vet, so they can take a look. At that point, it’s likely stuck somewhere in the digestive tract and in need of … Read more
Dogs are known for their wide range of vocalizations, from howling to baying and of course, barking. The bark is commonly used to express emotions such as excitement, joy, and annoyance. But did you know that dogs can actually bark without a tongue? This phenomenon is largely unknown and interestingly, there are some scientific explanations … Read more
If you’ve wondered “Can dogs eat ham?”, the answer is no. Deli hams contain a lot of salt and most baked hams are full of sugar, neither of which is good for dogs. You also want to keep raisins and any baked goods containing them out of reach. Items containing xylitol, an artificial sweetener, are … Read more
Although there is no specific age limit, the benefits linked to neutering your dog decrease as he ages. One of the most crucial choices you’ll ever have to make is whether to spay or neuter your pet, whether you’ve just adopted one or are thinking about it. Female dogs’ ovaries can be removed, as can … Read more
Since dogs can get cancer at any age, even senior dogs can benefit from a spaying procedure. As long as a dog doesn’t have any health issues that would make it dangerous to use anesthesia or undergo a surgical procedure, no dog is too old to be spayed, says Chewy. Although these procedures are frequently … Read more
Pit bulls with blue noses may be the newest creation of breeders, but are they the right breed for you? Their name and appearance are a bit deceiving. In reality, blue nose pit bulls are devoted, loving, and even good with kids. It’s a common misconception about many dog breeds, especially the blue nose pit-bull, … Read more