Some dogs dig holes in the yard and tear up shoes if they’re left alone too long. Others become a shadow, never leaving their owner’s side. There are dogs that outsmart their owners, dogs that never seem to remember their …
Size and Breed-Related Puppy Growth Factors It turns out that small dogs stop growing sooner than large dogs do. This makes sense, as large breeds grow much more between the day they’re born and the day they stop growing than …
Causes of Excess Magnesium in the Blood in Dogs The following conditions are often associated with hypermagnesemia. Kidney failure Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) Hyperparathyroidism Hypothyroidism Overdose of magnesium containing medication Laxatives, antacids, cathartics Pericardial effusion (fluid in the heart) Hemolysis (bursting …
Recovery of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Dogs Follow up appointments may be necessary to determine complete recovery from carbon monoxide poisoning. After your pet arrives home, physical activity should be limited for 3-4 weeks. Rest and proper diet and water …
Symptoms of Lemon and Lime Poisoning in Dogs Symptoms of poisoning from citrus fruits like lemons and limes are caused by a combination of the phototoxic compounds known as psoralens and the essential oils limonene and linalool. Cold limbs Collapse …
What causes this type of tumor? The reason why a particular pet may develop this, or any tumor or cancer, is not straightforward. Very few tumors and cancers have a single known cause. Most seem to be caused by a …
List of Taste of the Wild Recalls Cause: Potential for salmonella. Announcement: FDA report dated May 5, 2012 (archived here). What was recalled: All sizes of Taste of the Wild dry dog food and cat food with production codes containing the …
When should a dog stay indoors? While dogs need and enjoy outdoor play and exercise, there are some circumstances when their outdoor time should be limited, or when they should stay indoors altogether. “With certain surgeries,” Dr. Sewell said, “dogs …
What fish can dogs not eat? Smoked salmon. Shellfish (as they are filter feeders, shellfish can contain toxins and heavy metals, which could make your dog sick) Breaded or battered fish (these contain unhealthy oils and fats that can cause …
What triggers dogs to get mad? Dogs don’t get angry that often. It is just another amazing thing about them. Imagine having a life where you’re never getting angry. Dogs are more about love and less about war. However, some …