Dogs are considered to be one of the most intelligent animals on the planet. They can learn how to perform tricks, they can understand basic commands, and they can even figure out how to open doors! But do dogs think we are just big dogs? Recent research has shown that dogs may actually understand that…
No pet parent wants to catch their dogs’ dry heaving. The sound of a pet in distress—trying all manner of techniques to regurgitate something is quite unsettling. Sure, dogs vomit from time to time as they eat a little too fast. However, dry heaving is not as common and harmless as coughing. Now add that…
We see it every day. Hybrid dogs are bred from differently-sized parents. Some are inconceivable. For instance, a LhasoApso and Pitbull cross. Or a Greyhound Chihuahua mix. How two dogs of staggering size differences came together to mate is mind-boggling. Assuming the female dog is the smaller one in the equation, it is a miracle…
If you see your pup’s anus inflamed or reddened, you will probably assume that it is a sign of hemorrhoid. However, whether dogs also suffer from hemorrhoids is debatable. There is a group of veterinarians who believe that dogs don’t get hemorrhoids due to their horizontal postures—which tend to align their digestive systems into suboptimal…
Dogs, especially outdoor dog breeds, can be susceptible to injuries. They can injure themselves as a result of being hit by bikers, altercations with cats, stones and sharp sticks, some infections, and a wide range of other unavoidable aspects of dog life. Another common cause of dog injuries is other dogs. They can injure each…
You have probably seen it in movies or Halloween soundtracks. When something bad is about to happen (usually death), a dog will look up into the dark sky and let out a howl. Such a scene often takes place in the dead of the night. Moments later, a life will be lost. While Hollywood doesn’t…
A dog can still lead a normal life even if they are suffering from epilepsy. However, the seizures could be fatal in some cases. A seizure that lasts for one or two minutes will not harm your dog. But any seizure that lasts for too long (five minutes or more) could result in death. Having…
For the last 7-9 millennia, dogs have worked alongside human beings as guards or herders. Despite being sometimes smaller than sheep and cows, herding dogs have always displayed great skill and efficiency in the grazing fields. They protect humans and livestock from danger so fiercely and courageously. Part of the reason our amazing doggies are…
Essential oils have lots of health benefits for both pets and pet parents. They are known to help dogs sleep better, prevent and cure seizures, alleviate anxiety, and have lots of other health benefits. However, not all essential oils are good for dogs. Some are actually poisonous and should not be used on dogs or…
With 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses, dogs are excellent sniffers. According to Michael T. Nappier – DVM/DABVP at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, your adorable pooch can detect as little as half a teaspoon of sugar dropped in an Olympic-sized pool. Similarly, she can sense a drop of blood in a…