Personalized Custom Dog Tags – Not Just For Soldiers Anymore
By Clark Swihart
While there are several dog tag formats extant around the world, it’s the US Army dog tags form that we are most familiar with. They list the surname, given name, social security number (originally Read more...
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The Genealogy Of The Boxer
By Bishop Corsair
This beautiful dog, the Boxer. The best companion dog of all time period. Well, I have had nothing but Boxers my entire life, so I guess my opinion will be a little biased. I cant begin to tell you Read more...
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3 Ways To Teach Your Dog Not To Shy Away From Collar-grabbing
By John Edward
Twenty percent of dog bites occur when a family member reaches to grab the dog by the scruff or collar. One doesn't need to be a rocket scientist to figure this out. Obviously, the dog has learned Read more...
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How To Know When Your Dog Is Sick
By Jack Prime
Most owners will notice any sudden or odd changes in their dogs normal behaviour but it is useful to know the specific symptoms to watch out for.
If you shows symptoms of excessive drinking, sudden loss of appetite, continual vomiting or diarrhoea, or unusual lethargy then these should be obvious enough to raise your concern.
Discharge from the eyes or inflamed eyes, a shallow or rapid breathing pattern or perhaps persistent coughing can all be signs of something serious.
Typically when a is sick or ill they will show a raised temperature, indicated by a hot, dry nose. If your has a high temperature or even a very low temperature you should seek professional advice from your veterinarian.
Do be aware that a dog's temperature will be raised after strenuous activity or excitement and will not therefore be a reliable indication to its health.
If you are unsure you can take your dogs temperature yourself and this is taken rectally with a suitable thermometer. A dogs normal resting temperature is 101.5F, although if your is a hairless breed their temperature could be one or two degrees higher.
To take your dogs temperature choose a time when your is calm. You will need to ensure your is firmly held to prevent them from sitting down onto the thermometer. Smear the thermometer with vaseline or suitable lubricant and insert it into your dogs rectum about an inch.
Any reading above 102.5F or any reading below 100F should be regarded
Is Dog Bad Breath A Silent Killer?
By Stopbadbreath2
Dog bad breath a silent killer! I can just here it now. This is not an exaggeration, and for that matter cats too. Just imagine a condition that affects you furry friends, but most pet owners often Read more...
Stop Your Dog Barking When You're Away
By Martin Olliver
Obviously, most problems with barking dogs result from dogs that don’t have their owner around to quiet them down. In fact, the owner’s absence in many cases is what’s rousing the dog’s vocal Read more...
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