Step Seven – Perform Pre-Breeding Health Checks Good puppies start long before mating ever takes place. Both parents need long-term pre-breeding care—what dog people call conditioning—to produce the best offspring. This means regular veterinary care, screening for genetic problems, pre-breeding …
If your dog has a lot of excess energy but its hard to get outside, this is a great way for you and he/she to play indoors. Your dog naturally needs a decent amount of exercise, and if that exercise …
Red Horse Bread Southerners have been eating tasty balls of fried cornmeal batter for quite some time, though they didnt call them hushpuppies at first. At least two decades before “hushpuppy” appeared in print, South Carolinians were enjoying what they …
The Typical Patterns of Clinicopathological Changes in Dogs With Liver Disease In a dog with liver disease, the typical patterns seen will differ with where the disease lies, there will be differences depending on if the liver, bile duct, or …
Have you noticed that your dog has been throwing up after drinking water? If so, you should stop reading this article and contact your veterinarian immediately because it could be a sign of a serious illness. The reoccurring theme from …
Are Tennis Balls Safe For Dogs? There’s no denying dogs love tennis balls. But hours of enjoyment aren’t the only thing your dog gets from a tennis ball. These toys are affordable, readily available, and entertaining for your pet. However, …
What Causes Seromas in Dogs After Surgery? Dogs undergoing a surgical procedure in the ventral midline have a 10 percent chance of developing a seroma. This means that out of ten operated dogs one will develop a surgical complication in …
Costs Of Owning An Adult Dog While the cost of owning a dog for the first year is fairly expensive, the list includes a lot of one-time expenditures like adoption fees, crates and sterilization surgery. What will your dog budget …
Your Dog Needs To Be Taught To Walk Nicely The heel is where your dog walks in line on either your left or right side. The ability to heel is critical when you are walking your dog through crowds, on …
Uh-Oh – Even the most conscientious and careful pet owner will have a puppy or house trained dog that will have an accident and pee in the house. When an accident does happen, it is important that you quickly and …