Just be cautious about what type of flea medication you choose to use on your Miniature Schnauzer, as many have been linked to more severe side effects including: hair loss, seizures and even death. Ask your veterinarian which flea medication would be best to use on your dog. Or choose ...
Build a Fence Building a fence is one of the most important things you can do to keep your puppy safe while it is playing in your backyard. Having a fencedefines the puppy’s boundariesand keeps it contained. Keeping your puppy contained will prevent it from running into the street and ge...
Breeds like Livestock Guardian Dogs, for instance, developed an inherent independence due to their historical role in guarding flocks without constant human supervision. This independent spirit, while a unique and valuable trait, can pose challenges when it comes to imparting basic commands. Having ...
Sweet Golden Girl Needed Help Lily started having seizures in May of last year, 3 days after a Leptospirosis shot. This was so horrible for me to watch her go through it. I brought her to the vet and they did a blood panel. They found nothing wrong there. She then had... ...
After a year of constant yeast infections and allergies in my lab/aussie mix, someone told me to check the label on her dog food. Come to find out, Brewer's yeast was one of the number 1 ingredients. It seemed that the added yeast was making the problem worse. I switched dog foods ...
Although it is advisable to have a constant supply of clean fresh water available for your dog at all times for dog's who are having problems going through the night without an accident it might be wise to limit their intake on an evening say after 8.00pm. Common sense is needed here ...
Having a seizure Occasionally, seeing your dog wag its tail while sleeping can indicate a seizure. This can be tricky to spot because seizure movements can be similar to sleep motions. You might notice your dog’s body goes rigid during a seizure. Seizures are frightening, so it’s easy to...
A dog can have hip dysplasia and you may not notice it. However, because of the constant wear on the bones in that area, degeneration of the bone tissues (degenerative joint disease) occurs and inflammation sets in to produce pain. In this instance the dog may begin towalk with a limp....
Most of them crave for constant love and attention from their owners. Toy dogs are adorable and compact animals. They can easily steal your heart, but beware. Don’t let their small size fool you. Some of these dogs are as tough as nails and will often, unwisely, attempt to take on ...
is one of the most important decisions when bringing a new dog into your life. Reputable breeders are committed to breeding healthy, well-socialized puppies that will make great companions. They will screen their breeding stock for health problems, socialize their puppies from a young age, and ...