Fences offer a physical barrier method to prevent unwanted guests. They can be placed around the border of your property to effectively stop the neighbor’s dogs from getting in. You can also add fences in the middle of your garden …
Symptoms of Onion Toxicity in Dogs Symptoms you should look out for include: Onion toxicity is not a common cause of the last three symptoms but could be the culprit if you know or suspect your dog has gotten into …
Do corticosteroids cause side effects in dogs? Corticosteroids are notorious for causing a variety of side effects in humans. The typical increased drinking, urination, and appetite are often seen at the beginning, and long-term use can affect the liver. To …
Methicillin-Resistant Staph aureus (MRSA) Infection in Dogs Some strains of the Staphylococcus aureus bacteria are resistant to standard antibiotics. When the organism is resistant to methicillin and other beta-lactam types of antibiotics, they are referred to as methicillin-resistant Staph aureus, …
Time off work is necessary with a new Puppy I was always glad to have had time off many years ago when I brought home two beagle puppies. No, I didn’t have pawternity leave, but I was working for a …
Figure Out How Severe the Bite Is Once your dog is no longer a concern, you and the victim have to evaluate the severity of the bite. A helpful tool for this is Dr. Ian Dunbar’s Dog Bite Scale: Level …
After 30 meals (15 days) of eating in the new location, Clara was still going to her old location while I finished preparing her meal. But she was going more slowly and tentatively. And when I walked into the other …
IntroductionYou just brought home you’re adorable bundle of fur, now you have to keep that fur clean and tangle-free. No problem, right? You’re prepared, you bought the nicest brushes from the pet store, no expense spared! You sit down with …
Dogs may respond differently to being kissed and hugged. Some dogs love it, others show pretty obvious signs of disliking it, and some just tolerate them. Some dog owners claim that their dogs seem to really enjoy it, but is …
What are the clinical signs of toad poisoning? Within minutes of licking or ingesting a toad, drooling and frothing at the mouth occur. The gums may become very red and signs of pain, including pawing at the mouth or vocalizing, …