There can be noticeable signs that your pup is about to experience a seizure. They may bark excessively, act confused, appear uncoordinated, show restlessness, or even become clingy. Some of these symptoms may not seem out of the ordinary for some dog owners, but for those with epileptic d...
While the majority of dogs respond very well to Phenobarbital and/or potassium bromide, there area few dogs that will continue to have a high seizure frequencydespite having adequate serum levels of these medications, and are called “refractory”. For these dogs newer anticonvulsants may help. C...
I’ve had clients come up to me and ask me what to do about it. After reminding them I am a dog trainer and not a cat trainer, I did own cats and dogs at the same time in my life, and my advice has been helpful to them many times. Luckily, in many ways, dogs and cats beh...
In the summer months, all dogs are susceptible to overheating, but some dog breeds are truly not built to handle particularly warm days. Brachycephalic breeds like bulldogs, pugs, Boston terriers, and boxers are especially at risk due to lack of airflow. On hot days in the summertime, keep...
How long can a small dog hold its bladder?If needed, they might hold their pee for between 10 to 12 hours, but that doesn’t mean that they should, nor that they will. To prevent any toilet breaks with small-size dogs, focus on providingindoor dog potty for Havanese, or any other ...
Does the breeder keep good records (including proof of vaccinations), store medications properly, and take steps to prevent worm infestation? In addition, rate the condition of the dogs and the socialization of the puppies. In the end, your own good judgment is what counts most.A breeder is...
I createdCanine ConnectandCanine Reboot, in an effort to prevent dogs from being surrendered to a shelter in the first place, and to help others properly re-home their dogs. This Shelter Prevention effort has been very successful, but there is so much more that I would like to achieve. On...
Sometimes there's just too much going on in your home to deal with your dog's jumping habit. You might be making a holiday dinner or just trying to relax with visitors. Never feel bad using a safe, dog-proofed confinement area for your puppy or dog to prevent unwanted behavior like jum...
Drooling excessively or frothing at the mouth. They’ve had an accident, and you suspect a broken bone or they’re bleeding profusely. They’ve been bitten by an adder or they’re having an extreme reaction to a wasp or bee sting. They’re having a seizure. A distended (swollen) abd...
To prevent irritation to your throat, do not lay down right after taking a capsule.The usual dose of Oracea is one capsule in the morning on an empty stomach. You should take at least one hour before or two hours after a meal.