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 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 …
Canine leg deformities come in their shapes and sizes. One of the most common ones is bow legs—a condition that is common among French bulldogs, Corgis, and Dachshunds. If you’ve ever laid hands on a dog with this condition, you will agree that it compromises the beauty of the pup a lot. Most importantly, it …
Summer is here which means both man and beast will spend most days outdoors. Nothing beats lounging in the sun (as long as you have sunblock), walking by the beach, swimming, and walking by the beach with your dog. The only dreadful thing about being outdoors is dealing with black flies. These nasty bugs can …
Choosing the right puppy to bring home is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make in your life. Your selection will determine whether you will end up with a perfect addition to the family or one that will make your life a living hell. If you are like most people, you are better …
Canine production is quite fascinating. As soon as the female goes into heat, she will produce a scent that male dogs know and love so much. If you have a male dog, you know this scent can drive him temporarily insane. The minute he catches a whiff of it, his brain will only think of …
A male dog is designed to respond to a female on heat. Nature put this phenomenon in place to ensure the continuation of the canine species. When the female goes into heat, her body produces a special scent that a male dog can smell from very far away. When he does, hell breaks loose on …
As your German Shepherd Dog tries to eliminate, you notice he is straining. You can tell that by looking at how distressed and uncomfortable he is when eliminating. Sometimes he has constipation or diarrhea. When he manages to defecate, his feces come out with blood or mucus. Your dog clearly suffers from a perianal fistula. …
Cedar chips are one of the most common filling materials for dog beds. Many dog experts agree that it is one of the best out there. However, as a loving pet parent, it is your responsibility to find out whether everything your dog uses is safe for him. Not everything sold as good by pet …
You have decided to get a new fur kid in your home. To ensure he settles in well, you have already de-cluttered your living space and bought some food and water bowls, a bed, and playing toys. Everyone in your family is happy. But one question keeps disturbing your mind: whether to adopt the pet …