many of the symptoms can be reduced with various medications. You should always consult with a doctor before taking medication and do not want to rely on medication to “cure” your upset stomach. However, many people have had success with basic medications that calm the stomach. Common example...
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Learn how to identify an injury and determine whether or not you will need to take your dog for a visit with a vet. You may be able to manage a minor injury at home and help your dog recover.
Keep an eye on the temperature and how your dog is doing if they are with you at a barbecue. Dogs can easily overheat whichcan lead to heatstroke.To help keep your dog cool and comfortable at the barbecue be sure to provide fresh water and options for being in the shade. You can als...
Just like people, dogs can experience stomach upset that leads to loose stools and diarrhea. Some dogs simply have a sensitive digestive system that causes loose stools, while there are also multiple medical conditions that can be a cause. There are numerous ways to firm up your dog’s poop...
I’d set an alarm on my phone for 20 minutes, lie on my back, and close my eyes. I nevertriedto fall asleep; I just relaxed and focused on breathing in and out. Even if I didn’t fall asleep (10-20% of the time), I always felt refreshed and calm when my alarm went off. ...
Dogs are natural people-pleasers. Your calm and steady praise as you touch your dog’s mouth will reassure your pup that he’s doing a great job. 3.Grab a Partner When you embark down the path of dog tooth brushing, it’s a lot easier to have a partner to help you. One of you ...
I make my way to the kitchen for coffee, to feed the dogs (who aren’t even awake yet) and eat my rice Chex (gluten free!) But what else should I do? I didn’t wake up with the excitement of doing something new and getting started, so I’m going to take this easy. I’m ...
Dogs who suffer from anxiety, especially separation anxiety, may poop or pee on places like your bed that contain your scent to comfort themselves. Using a synthetic dog pheromone spray around your home could help calm your dog down and make her feel more secure. Or, getting another dog as...
English Setter Bred to cover a lot of area when hunting, the English setter is a lively dog that loves to hunt and run. This is especially true of dogs from field lines. See more in our Dogs image gallery! Keith Barraclough/DCL Even though dogs are man's best friend, it helps wh...