No pet parent wants to think or talk about the passing away of their beloved pets. The thought of losing a loyal, affectionate, forgiving, and friendly friend hits hard. Yet, at some point, dogs leave those they love either because of old age, disease, or an accident. If your doggie suffers from something that kills …
Dogs display all kinds of symptoms on their deathbeds. These include a disinterest in food, water, and play, incontinence, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and weight loss among other signs. While not all dogs hide when death is approaching, many of them unfortunately do. Rather than spending their days in their usual sleeping spots, most canines would …
Dogs have much shorter lifespans compared to humans. This is the saddest reality that pet parents have to deal with. If you’ve owned many pups before, you have probably said goodbye to a few of them already. Watching your beloved animal friend die is not fun at all. Your heart breaks into a million pieces. …
You wake up one night to get a glass of water when you notice your dog lying motionless on the floor. At first, you think he is just asleep but you can’t help but wonder why your movements didn’t startle him like usual. So, you decide to move closer to find out if he is …
The time of death also referred to as post-mortem interval, refers to the amount of time that has passed since the death of an animal. In humans, the time of death is an important topic of research as it is used by medics as well as law enforcement to know what happened. Similarly, the time …
Before bringing a pet home, most people prepare adequately for the additional member of the family. They get a comfortable place for the pet to sleep, a good vet to take care of her medical needs, good food, leashes, collar IDs, you name it. Understandably, most don’t think about the death of the pet—specifically, what …
Having experienced her love and affection for years, saying goodbye to your dog is one of the hardest things to cope with. Losing her is like losing a relative or worse your own life. It feels as though someone ripped your heart into two with a spear. You no longer have a delightful friend who …
One of the best things about owning a pet is that you get to enjoy their furry softness every day. Cuddling and petting your lovable dog or cat is never a dull affair. It gives you a chance to enjoy their soft snuggles and feel their soothing, silky fur. However, this bliss comes to an …
Pet grooming is arguably one of the most overlooked aspects of pet care. Most dog owners usually assume that grooming is a luxury reserved for those with deep pockets. However, dog grooming is a mandatory requisite for your pet’s well-being, even when the furry companion does not look particularly shabby. Grooming gets rid of parasitic …
The loss of a pet is anything but easy—you have to deal with the weight of the loss, and the complications that come with death e.g. how to handle their remains, and how to say goodbye to them. While you may do a ceremony to say goodbye, the reality is it will take more than …