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How to Brush Dog Teeth: Full Guide

  A lot of doggy owners wonder if they need to brush their dog's teeth at all. After all, can't they just give them a dental chew or rawhide? The good news is that giving your pup the occasional dog chew is a good idea if done responsibly. However, there's more to it than that. Dogs aren't as likely to get cavities as humans, but VCA Animal Hospitals states that more than two-thirds of dogs over the age of three have active gum disease. Gum disease is the most common pet dog ailment. So, how can you prevent gum disease and keep your pup's teeth healthy? The answer is simple: by brushing their teeth regularly. Just like humans, dogs need to have their teeth brushed to remove plaque and tartar buildup. Dogs need their teeth brushed because if they don't, their teeth will become dirty and plaque will build up on them. This can lead to gum disease and other health problems. The best way to brush your dog's teeth is to use a toothbrush and toothpaste specifically...

Dog Health Insurance in India: Everything You Need to Know

 

What could cause my dog to pant and whine a lot 2 days after being spayed?

  What could cause my dog to pant and whine a lot 2 days after being spayed? She was 51 days pregnant when it was done and she is a 6-year-old former puppy mill mom that we just rescued. I'm actually very surprised a vet was willing to spay an animal that far into a pregnancy. Your dog was only days away from giving birth. That was an extremely late abortion. I would call the vet ASAP. Spays during even an early pregnancy are much more complicated. Hormone shifts will be fairly dramatic. There is much more bleeding during surgery done during pregnancy or a heat cycle than during a spay done at other times. It sounds like at the very least your dog's pain isn't being controlled. Pain certainly can cause a dog to whine and pain sometimes causes panting. Blood loss from surgery (or worse, internal bleeding after surgery) can also cause panting because the loss of red blood cells reduces needed oxygenation. I would not delay in calling your vet. Your dog has not had a routine s...

Why is it recommended to neuter at 6 months and not before?

  I adopted a 4.5-month male pitbull/shepherd mix puppy. As of yesterday 8/11, he is 35 lbs. Part of the adoption process is to get him neutered and receive his rabies vaccine. During an appointment with my senior dog I asked my vet what age she recommends a male pup get neutered, she said for small breeds at 6 months or before and larger breeds at 1 yrs of age, this depending on the dog's temperament. I never really got to ask her why 6 months tends to be the ideal time and not before for bigger breeds. He will be 5 months Aug 22. He doesn't look to be a big dog and he behaves very well at the moment. Answer The idea is to allow full growth before neutering (allow the growth platelets to close), so as not to interfere with bone growth. IMO, your vet is spot on with the MINIMUM time frame and I waited even longer with my dogs (both the males and the females) You are lucky since, in my state, the vets suggest 4 months of age. It is a question of what the state veterinary board t...

Spaying a pregnant dog !!

  I'm new to this website and I want to ask if it is possible to neuter a pregnant dog I can see her tummy is full but I don't want more dogs as she is an outdoor dog and I don't want the puppies to suffer   There is risk with every surgical procedure. In the event of pregnancy, the further developed the pups, the more blood supply and maternal resources are being removed at the time of the surgery, assuming you are performing a completely ovariohysterectomy. This leads to prolonged recovery time as well. There are also risks allowing the pregnancy to continue, especially in those breeds with large heads and small hips. Each case should be treated individually with a decision best for the patient and comfortable for the owner. 2. Yes you can. There is an increased risk to the female when she is spayed during pregnancy versus when she is spayed routinely.  Discuss the procedure with your veterinarian so that you understand what is involved and what to expect. Please consid...

How to get a lazy dog to like me?

  My dog is ten, and he does nothing the whole day. I'm trying to get him to like me, but it's hard because he isn't interested in doing anything. He only feels like doing things with my dad but even then he's very sluggish. He doesn't really like to be trained and barely enjoys walks. He pretty much never plays without food. I never thought a dog could be this boring. How do I get a dog that isn't interested in anything to like me? I think the reason why he's so sluggish is that he was ignored a lot for the last couple of months. How do I get him to become more active? I also want to point out that my dog is small he still has a while to live. Answers  Wow. Talk about a lack of empathy! He might be a 10y/o small breed , but he could still be sick or even dying, but all you care about is how “boring” he is. Have you or your dad taken him to the vet to rule out any medical conditions? Have you considered that he could be in pain with arthritis? Have you thou...

Help Picking the perfect spaniel breed

 Original Question I am interested in getting a spaniel breed. There are so many that I am interested in that I don’t know what to choose. I’ve had an English Cocker before. I am not a particularly physically active person. I love to train dogs obedience and fun tricks. I want a dog that is kind and biddable, but I also like having to put a little more effort into training. I am not wanting to deal with any aggression. I’d like a dog that likes to learn. Im interested in: Boykin spaniels the most. I have never met one, but I like the videos I see of them and think they are cute. English cocker spaniels, had one growing up and he was the best. springer spaniels, these guys interest me, I’ve known I few that were good dogs. Field spaniels, I know they are rare, but they are beautiful and I think they look like nice dogs . Clumbers I know also rare, it doesn’t seem like they are as obedient as other spaniels which turns me off, same with Sussex spaniels but I am willing to take a look...

20 most popular dog breeds of 2022

  20 Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2022 (with Pictures) By Nicole Kidman Last updated:  Aug   25,   2022 If you’re curious to know what the most popular breed of dog is, you’re in the right place! The statistics for registrations of purebred puppies with the American Kennel Club for last year have just been released. These give us a good indication of what the most popular breeds will be this year. Let’s find out which breeds take the top spots and which have started to fall out of favor. The 20 Most Popular Dog Breeds 1.  Labrador Retriever Image Credit: BoraAlma, Pixabay The ever-popular Labrador Retriever holds onto the top spot for the 30 th  year! That’s an amazing achievement, though not a surprising one for a lovable and enthusiastic breed like the Labrador. This breed has plenty of energy, loves to spend time with their families, and has an incredibly kind nature. Labrador Retrievers are extremely intelligent and love the challenge of trainin...