Healthy Pets, Healthy Lives !
How do I know what to feed my dog?? (Especially with so much info and brands marketing their food! It can be confusing!) In a recent survey of pet owners, about 25% revealed that they change the diet they feed their dog or cat every 12 months!!! (I was actually very shocked by that!) Interestingly, dog owners are most likely to switch to a higher quality food more than cat…
Getting a dog is a delight, but it can also be a crash course with no real blueprint or comprehensive how-to guide. Things have a way of coming up. Curve balls are hurled your way. In four years with my dog, I’ve learned about a lot of things vets don’t mention during that first puppy check-up. 1. The meaning of mucus in dog poop A delightful topic, yes, but an…
It is a purebred dog hailing from the Estrela Mountains of Portugal. These dogs are courageous, loyal, and protective. The Estrela Mountain Dogs are also called Portuguese Shepherd and Cao da Serra da Estrela. These beautiful dogs are quite large that is why it is suitable to keep them in large houses that have large yards where they can roam and enjoy. Apartments are not ideal to keep these dogs.…
What is Tramadol? Tramadol is a medical drug that is a kind of opioid that is used to numb the pain which is of moderate nature, it is commonly used by Human beings but it also happens to be prescribed by veterinarians for dogs who have a chronic disease or general injury. It alters the reaction of the dog’s body to pain by inhibiting the usage of certain…
Bread is a famous food item that is consumed across the globe. It is one of the oldest food items humans have made. From sandwiches to French toasts bread is used in a variety of edible items. It must be present in your kitchen right now. Not only this, but even our pets are also really familiar with bread. Sometimes, while eating bread in any form, you think about sharing…
Potatoes are eaten all over the world. Humans just love potatoes in any form, be it French fries or mashed potatoes. While eating potatoes, you must have thought about sharing it with your dog. At that moment a question must have popped up in your minds that are potatoes safe and good for dogs? The simple answer to your question is “yes” and only when the potatoes are cooked. An…
The behavior is not that bizarre for dogs. Canines lick one another as a submissive sign or when mothers clean and bond with their newborn pups. “Now that folk’s structure most of a dog’s pack, licking behavior has been transferred to us,” said Dr. Jennifer Coates, DVM, who serves on the planning board for Pet Life Today. “Dogs often lick people to point out Affection, as a greeting, or to…
The pancreas is a small organ at the backside of the large intestine. It is responsible to secrete juice called pancreatic juice that helps in digestion and maintaining the blood sugar level. The pancreas has two types of cells such as exocrine and endocrine cells. The exocrine cells produce enzymes while the endocrine cells produce a hormone that aids indigestion. The dog would not be able to break down food…
Almonds are known to have numerous health benefits. They are considered to be a healthy snack for your dog too. Negative effects of almonds on dogs: Indigestion: It is important to keep the digestive system of your dog under consideration before asking Can dogs eat almonds? This is because almonds can be difficult to digest. A handful of almonds wouldn’t make a huge difference. However, his digestive…
A dog is a domestic mammal and a carnivore animal. It belongs to the family Canidae. the dog can be called a close relative of jackals and foxes. It is as ever-present as cats. A dog has been a companion, protector, friend, and favorite pet of humans for more than 10,000 years. Characteristics like loyalty and affection of dogs are praised all over the world. Dogs were one of the…