Ringworm From Pet Puppies and Kittens Young animals are more likely than older dogs and cats to transmit this disease to people. Ringworm is caused by a fungus and gives people a scaly, reddened circular rash on the skin or …
Are Plug-in Air Fresheners Safe for Dogs? Dog owners are all familiar with that distinctive doggy smell that can accumulate in a home, especially during winter when windows are kept shut and dogs come in wet or muddy from walks. …
Do Breeders ask for a deposit? Deposits are completely normal. Some breeders even ask for them in order to be put on the waitlist. They help the breeders to know who is serious and to know that the puppies definitely …
How Much Benadryl Can You Give a Dog? Thankfully, diphenhydramine has a fairly wide safety margin in dogs. A safe and easy dosage to remember is 1 milligram per pound of body weight. For example, a 50-pound dog would get …
When Dogs Growl or Snap: What NOT to do If your dog recently growled or snapped, you may be wondering why. After all, you may have done your research and made sure you adopted the best dog for your family. …
Three Steps for Caring for Your Puppy’s Diarrhea If the cause of your puppy’s sudden diarrhea isn’t obvious, follow these steps to help make sure you don’t both have a health emergency on your paws. Pay close attention to your …
What to do if your Dog is Isolating Himself If you have noticed your dog spending more time alone and refraining from social contact with you, take a look at all the behaviors and habits he has been displaying. Signs …
Does My Dog Need to be Declawed? Declawing is an extremely serious and rare procedure that can cause severe pain for your dog. However, one condition where declawing might be considered is with serious recurring nail bed infections. Does your …
How do I recognize fear-based or defensive aggression toward unfamiliar dogs? This aggression is very common in aggressive encounters with other dogs. The diagnosis is based on the body postures and reaction of the dog when faced with another dog. …
Why is Lactose Bad For German Shepherds? Before we can answer this question, let’s first look at what exactly lactose is. Lactose is a type of sugar that’s found in milk and other milk-based (dairy) products. If your German Shepherd …