Dogs are polytocous species, which simply means that they give birth to multiple offspring at the same time. Miniature and tiny breeds, on average, produce 3-4 puppies in one litter while large and giant breeds can have 7-15 puppies. Tia, a Neopolitan Mastiff, gave birth to a whopping 24 puppies back in 2004 setting a…
Are Sunpatiens Poisonous to Dogs? Sunpatiens is a rather new Impatiens hybrid. As a result, the ASPCA as well as other reputable animal care organizations have not yet listed it as a toxic or non-toxic substance. However, since it is a member of the Impatiens family, it is safe to assume that it is safe…
The first thing that catches your attention in a dog is the coat. We all have preferences when it comes to the length of fur as well as the color and pattern of the coat. There are those of us who love smooth-coated breeds for reasons best known to them. Others prefer pooches with a…
Tube feeding is not the most ideal way of administering food to a puppy but circumstances sometimes call for it. For instance, if a puppy has no strength to suckle or the mother went through a C-section, she will need help with feeding. While bottle feeding is a viable option, using a tube is the…
Canine breeding is a 50-50 affair as far as gender is concerned. When two dogs mate and conceive, there is no telling the sex of the puppies. Because the sire has both X and Y chromosomes, you will get both males and females. Mother Nature decides how things play out, for the most part. However,…
If you are looking for a colorful tree that is pleasant-looking and useful, look no further than the maple tree. From making syrup to producing soap to manufacturing medicinal herbs, Maples find uses in many areas. During fall, the plant shows off its beautiful colored leaves of red, orange, and yellow shades that we love…
Beauty, fierce protection, loyalty, and affection… These are some of the things you get by opening your home to a Plott Hound. No doubt, this dog is a great family pet. He particularly loves being around kids and loves spending time playing with them. Bred to hunt, this breed can follow a trail over smooth…
If WebMD stats are anything to go by, 80% of dogs develop some kind of gum disease by their 3rd birthday. The problem with this notorious disease is that it starts subtly. Most pet parents never really see it coming until it is quite advanced. By the time they notice it, their fur babies would…
Brave, feisty, and bossy… the Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkie is one beloved dog in the United States and the world over. This breed is particularly famous for its larger-than-life personality. She may only have seven pounds of weight to throw around but the Yorkie is no ‘small’ dog. If a German shepherd shows up at…
Is The Verbena Plant Toxic? The Verbena is a big family of over 250 species. Some are toxic to pets while others are not. Let’s go over some of the common varieties and find out which ones are toxic and which ones are not. 1. Lantana (toxic) Lantana goes by many names including Yellow sage,…