Health Category
Many owners wonder if neutering a dog will calm them down. The answer depends on how their dog behaves normally and what kind of expectations they have for their dog after he is neutered. continue reading
Although we often think of dogs as having a “doggy odor,” in fact dogs should not be stinky. A clean dog smells like a clean dog. If your dog has an odor then he may have a bacterial or yeast infection affecting his skin. continue reading
Your dog can have dental problems just as you can. You can help your dog keep his teeth pearly white and his breath fresh by brushing his teeth regularly. Brushing a dog’s teeth is not hard to do and it will keep them clean and healthy. Here’s how to brush a dog’s teeth. continue reading
Dog incontinence often starts becoming a problem as dogs get older. Older dogs can start to lose muscle tone which makes them more prone to having accidents. Spayed female dogs often have problems with leakage, too, and may have accidents in their sleep, regardless of their age. continue reading
Dogs have a different view of the world than people do. To your dog, there is no real difference between “inside” and “outside.” As long as he doesn’t relieve himself where he sleeps, your dog probably thinks he’s practicing good hygiene, if he ever thinks about it. continue reading
Umbilical hernias in dogs are fairly common and they are usually considered a minor issue. They are easy for a vet to repair or they heal on their own without any health consequences to the dog. continue reading
Dogs can limp for lots of different reasons. Some of the reasons can be serious and some of the reasons are less serious. If you know why your dog is limping and it is something temporary, such as over-exertion while playing, you can give your dog some over-the-counter medication at home to help with the pain. continue reading
If you have ever wondered if dogs can suffer from depression, the answer is yes, then can. Owners most often report depression in their dogs when a family member dies or if another dog or pet in the family dies. continue reading
Most adult dogs have 42 permanent teeth. That’s a lot of teeth. Puppies are born without any teeth but the teeth are just below the surface of the gums, waiting to erupt, and they do so in just a few days. continue reading
Many animal shelters and rescues today advocate neutering male puppies when they are around eight weeks of age. Even many veterinarians and other people with good intentions suggest neutering puppies between four and six months of age. continue reading
