Signs of infection after neutering your dog and tips for its care Photo by Bruno Cervera As a responsible dog owner, you may want to consider neutering your dog. Neutering is a surgical procedure that removes a dog’s testicles and is a common practice in many countries. Spaying your dog has many benefits, including reducing […]
Why Are My Dog’s Ears Cold? (And What Can I Do About It?)
Photo by Skyler Ewing 4 reasons why your dog’s ears are cold When you think of a happy, healthy dog, certain images come to mind: a wagging tail, bright eyes, and warm ears. But what happens when your pup’s ears feel cold to the touch? There is something wrong? And if so, what can you […]
Why Does My Dog Have Bad Breath? (Possible Causes and Solutions)
Dr. Ross Henderson is a dog parent and associate veterinarian practicing in Colorado. It’s unrealistic to expect your dog’s breath to smell like roses, but it shouldn’t really be that weird either. If so, there may be an underlying cause that needs to be addressed. Photo by Helena Lopes on Unsplash Reasons why your dog […]
Veterinarian Shares How to Make a Dog Comfortable Before a Euthanasia Appointment
Adrienne is a Certified Dog Trainer and former Veterinary Assistant who partners with some of the best vets in the world. Learn what steps you can take to provide comfort during your dog’s last days and hours. Getting a dog comfortable before a euthanasia appointment is the ultimate gift of love that dog owners can […]
13 Causes of Dogs Vomiting White Foam
Adrienne is a Certified Dog Trainer and former Veterinary Assistant who partners with some of the best vets in the world. A dog vomiting white foam is something that can be worrisome to witness. However, before worrying too much, it is important to take a deep breath, as panicking in most cases will not help. […]
23 Reasons Your Dog Will Not Eat (and What to Do at Home)
Why doesn’t your dog eat? Not all dogs stop eating, but dogs are individuals and sometimes when they do, there is nothing to worry about. My Blue Heeler will miss several days when she is upset, but my Lab would never miss a meal. When a dog stops eating and you are worried, the first […]
Common German Shepherd Diarrhea Issues
Sam Shephard is an experienced German Shepherd owner and has learned over the years how to optimize the breed’s health and well-being. Find out why your German Shepherd might have diarrhea. Why does your German Shepherd have diarrhea? German Shepherds are well known for their stature, intelligence, and. . .sensitive stomachs. Unfortunately (for both dogs […]
Sundowners Syndrome in Dogs – PetHelpful
The author is a proud parent of a Boston Terrier. He likes to share his knowledge on various researched topics in the canine world. Pet and owner, enjoying each other’s company. Sven Lachmann @ Pixabay What are the signs of Sundowners syndrome? My Boston Terrier has always been a happy-go-lucky dog ​​with a busy disposition. […]
What Is a Veterinary Emergency?
There are some differences in veterinary medicine that make it unique from human medicine. For example, my patients cannot speak. Now myself and anyone who is licensed or has invested a lot of time in clinical practice has the advantage of being able to understand what our patients cannot tell us verbally. A child may […]
Should I Be Worried About Blood in My Dog’s Urine?
Sophie Jackson is a UK-based dog lover and trainer. She competes in agility and obedience with her four dogs. Blood in a dog’s urine can be an early sign that something is wrong. Public domain Blood in the urine? It can be a worrisome time when your dog squats or lifts his paw to urinate […]